The Brazilian Police Pistol Shield

Published on July 29, 2024
Duration: 18:07

This guide details the testing of a prototype Brazilian Police Pistol Shield, focusing on its construction, mounting, and ballistic performance against various handgun calibers. The shield, made of 1.25-inch thick Lexan/polycarbonate, mounts to railed handguns and allows slide operation. While effective against common handgun rounds, it structurally fails against larger calibers like .44 Magnum, though it still contains projectiles. The testing highlights potential recoil reduction benefits.

Quick Summary

The Brazilian Police Pistol Shield, made of 1.25-inch thick Lexan/polycarbonate, is designed for railed handguns and significantly reduces felt recoil. It successfully stops common calibers like 9mm and .45 ACP but shatters against .44 Magnum, though it still contains the projectile.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Skit
  2. 01:43Introduction to the Pistol Shield
  3. 02:24Technical Overview
  4. 05:24Initial Firing Test
  5. 07:55Ballistic Testing: Small Calibers
  6. 09:26Ballistic Testing: 5.7x28mm and 9mm
  7. 11:05Ballistic Testing: .45 ACP
  8. 13:33Ballistic Testing: .44 Magnum
  9. 15:31High-Caliber Montage and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Brazilian Police Pistol Shield made of and how thick is it?

The Brazilian Police Pistol Shield is constructed from Lexan, a type of polycarbonate, and measures approximately 1.25 inches in thickness. This material choice is crucial for its ballistic resistance capabilities during testing.

How does the pistol shield affect recoil?

During testing, the weight of the mounted pistol shield was observed to significantly reduce the felt recoil when firing the handgun, making the shooting experience more pleasant and potentially aiding in follow-up shots.

What calibers can the Brazilian Police Pistol Shield withstand?

The shield successfully stopped common handgun calibers like .22 LR, .22 Magnum, 5.7x28mm, 9mm, and .45 ACP. However, it shattered completely when struck by a .44 Magnum round, though it still contained the projectile.

What are the potential applications for a pistol shield like this?

The concept is being explored in Brazil for high-risk scenarios, such as traffic stops, suggesting potential applications for law enforcement officers needing an added layer of protection during critical encounters.

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