SHOT Show 2020: Federal Hammer Down Ammo

This video showcases the destructive power of the Henry X Series 45-70 lever-action rifle. It features the rifle equipped with a SilencerCo Hybrid suppressor and a Leupold VX3 HD optic. The demonstration involves shooting various targets, including watermelons, soda bottles, chickens, and hams, using Federal Hammer Down 300-grain ammunition, highlighting the significant impact and fragmentation of the 45-70 cartridge.

This video from DemolitionRanch, featuring Matt Carriker, tests the ballistic resistance of a homemade Flex Seal armor. While it shows some promise against lower-power rounds like .410 birdshot and .22 Short, it fails dramatically against high-velocity 9mm +P hollow points. The experiment highlights the limitations of improvised armor against modern handgun ammunition.

This review provides an expert look at the Heizer Defense PS1 Pocket Shotgun, a unique single-shot firearm chambered in .410 and .45 Colt. The video highlights its durable stainless steel or titanium construction, integrated grip storage, and impressive reliability demonstrated through extensive stress testing. Manufactured in Missouri, the PS1 is positioned as a novel option for concealed carry or self-defense, with production and pricing details also discussed.

This review provides an expert look at the Gilboa Snake, a unique double-barrel AR-15 variant. The design, originating from Israel, focuses on maximizing firepower in short engagement windows. Key features include dual magazine wells, a proprietary gas piston system, and independent dual triggers for civilian compliance. The presenter, Liam Brien, demonstrates a high level of technical expertise regarding its operation and legal configurations.

This video compares the recoil of the Desert Eagle in .44 Magnum and .50 AE calibers. The .44 Mag features a new muzzle brake, while the .50 AE uses a 300-grain Speer Gold Dot. Simultaneous firing highlights the visual difference in muzzle flip and recoil impulse between the two powerful handguns.

This video provides an expert analysis of 9mm vs. .45 ACP performance using high-speed cameras. Instructors Patrick Sweeney and Jim Tarr from Guns & Ammo demonstrate how factors like bullet mass and energy affect recoil, slide cycling, and muzzle rise, concluding that 9mm generally offers superior control.