Sig V-Crown .380 90gr JHP Ballistic Gel Test

This video tests SinterFire Special Duty ammunition, a unique sintered (powdered) copper and tin hollow-point round, using ballistic gel and a clothing barrier. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, evaluates its performance in 9mm and .380 ACP, focusing on penetration, fragmentation, and velocity. While initially skeptical of its light-for-caliber nature, the results show surprisingly controlled fragmentation and significant penetration from the 9mm core, leading to a re-evaluation of its potential effectiveness.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Underwood Xtreme Penetrator ammunition in .380 ACP, comparing standard pressure and +P variants fired from an M&P Shield EZ. The test measured velocity and penetration, revealing impressive performance for both loads, with the standard pressure slightly outperforming the +P in depth. The solid copper projectiles maintained their integrity and created significant wound channels.

This video presents a ballistic gel test comparing Federal Punch .380 ACP and 9mm Luger self-defense ammunition. The test, conducted with a heavy clothing barrier, evaluates penetration, expansion, and projectile condition. The 9mm consistently outperformed the .380 in terms of penetration, expansion, and overall energy transfer, though both rounds showed acceptable performance for their respective calibers.

This video details a ballistic gel test of Buffalo Bore's .380 ACP +P ammunition, featuring Barnes Tac-XP solid copper projectiles. The test measures velocity from two Smith & Wesson firearms (Bodyguard 2.0 and M&P EZ) and evaluates projectile expansion and penetration through a clothing barrier. The presenter concludes that while the ammunition offers good energy for its caliber, its high cost and performance comparable to less expensive options make it a questionable value proposition for most users.

This guide details a ballistic gel test procedure for comparing .380 ACP self-defense ammunition, specifically Federal Premium HST and Punch. It covers test setup, firing protocols through a clothing barrier, data collection using a chronograph, and analysis of recovered projectile performance including expansion, penetration, and mass retention. The expert-level instruction emphasizes scientific methodology for evaluating ammunition effectiveness.

This video conducts a ballistic gel test comparing Sig V-Crown 357 SIG 125-grain ammunition against Federal HST 357 Magnum 154-grain ammunition. The test evaluates bullet expansion, penetration, and velocity through a heavy clothing barrier. While both performed well, the 357 Magnum HST demonstrated superior expansion and slightly less penetration, with the 357 SIG V-Crown achieving higher velocity but less expansion.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.