The Double Barrel Brush Gun (45-70 Double Barrel Rifle !!!)

Published on March 7, 2025
Duration: 16:13

This guide details the testing of the Pedersoli Double Rifle in .45-70 Government, as demonstrated by Kentucky Ballistics. It covers initial firing, recoil assessment, chronograph velocity measurements, and destructive testing against various materials, including cinder blocks, salt blocks, and body armor. The expert assessment highlights the high-energy, enthusiastic approach to showcasing the rifle's power and performance.

Quick Summary

The Pedersoli Double Rifle in .45-70 Government features a break-action with external hammers and a color case hardened receiver. Testing showed a 405-grain round achieving 1,449 fps, while simultaneous double shots produced significant recoil. The rifle's 430-grain hard cast rounds demonstrated destructive power against cinder blocks, salt blocks, and even Level 4 body armor, though with extreme backface deformation.

Chapters

  1. 00:56Introduction to the .45-70 Double Rifle
  2. 01:51Initial Firing and Double Discharge
  3. 02:50Recoil Testing
  4. 06:07Chronograph Velocity Test
  5. 06:43Destructive Testing: Cinder and Salt Blocks
  6. 12:45Body Armor Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the muzzle velocity of .45-70 rounds fired from the Pedersoli Double Rifle?

During testing with a Caldwell chronograph, a single shot from the Pedersoli Double Rifle using 405-grain ammunition registered a muzzle velocity of 1,449 feet per second. The chronograph could not process simultaneous double shots.

How does the recoil of the Pedersoli Double Rifle compare when firing both barrels at once?

Firing both .45-70 barrels simultaneously creates significant recoil. The video demonstrates this by showing the shooter being pushed back when standing upright and flat-footed, highlighting the substantial impact of the double discharge.

What kind of destructive testing was performed on the .45-70 ammunition from the Pedersoli Double Rifle?

The rifle's power was tested using Underwood Ammo 430-grain hard cast .45-70 rounds against cinder blocks and 50-pound salt blocks, demonstrating massive kinetic energy transfer and destruction. It was also tested against an RMA Armament Level 4 ceramic plate.

What are the key features of the Pedersoli Double Rifle mentioned in the video?

The Pedersoli Double Rifle is chambered in .45-70 Government and features a break-action with external hammers. Its aesthetic highlights include a color case hardened receiver and a wood stock, contributing to its classic appearance.

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