Taurus Judge/ S&W Governor .410 personal defense ammunition testing in SlowMo! (4K)

Published on April 27, 2015
Duration: 7:40

This video features expert shooter Jerry Miculek testing .410 personal defense ammunition in a Smith & Wesson Governor and Taurus Judge. The testing includes both steel targets and ballistic gelatin at a self-defense distance of 5 yards. Miculek provides detailed analysis of projectile performance, emphasizing the importance of specialized ammunition for revolvers.

Quick Summary

Expert Jerry Miculek tests .410 defensive ammunition in revolvers like the Smith & Wesson Governor and Taurus Judge. Using steel targets and ballistic gelatin at 5 yards, he analyzes the terminal ballistics of loads such as Hornady Critical Defense and Federal 000 Buckshot, emphasizing the importance of specialized revolver ammunition for reliable function and effectiveness.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Equipment Overview
  2. 00:27Ammunition Selection
  3. 01:06Remington #6 Shot Steel Test
  4. 01:59Hornady Critical Defense Steel Test
  5. 02:55Federal 000 Buckshot Steel Test
  6. 03:31Hornady Ballistic Gelatin Analysis
  7. 05:29Federal Buckshot Ballistic Gelatin Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What .410 defensive ammunition was tested in the video?

The video tested three types of .410 defensive ammunition: Remington 2.5-inch #6 shot, Hornady Critical Defense (with a polymer-tipped slug and two lead balls), and Federal Premium 2.5-inch 000 Buckshot (four copper-plated pellets).

What firearms were used for the .410 ammunition testing?

The firearms used for testing were the Smith & Wesson Governor and the Taurus Judge. Both are capable of firing .410 shotshells, as well as .45 Colt and .45 ACP in the case of the Governor.

What testing methods were employed for the .410 defensive loads?

The ammunition was tested on both steel targets at 5 yards to observe pattern spread and energy transfer, and in FBI-spec ballistic gelatin using high-speed cameras to analyze terminal ballistics like penetration and projectile expansion.

Why is specialized revolver ammunition important for .410 loads?

Specialized .410 ammunition designed for revolvers ensures reliable extraction after firing. Standard shotshells may not function correctly, potentially leading to malfunctions that could be critical in a self-defense situation.

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