The Pillow Silencer Myth!!!

Published on November 6, 2018
Duration: 17:18

This guide details how to test the common movie trope of using pillows as improvised silencers and ballistic shields. It outlines steps for both ballistic penetration tests and acoustic suppression comparisons, using firearms like the Glock 17L and a SilencerCo Maxim 9 as examples. The video, featuring Matt Carriker, demonstrates that pillows are ineffective for both purposes, highlighting the importance of proper firearm suppressors and ballistic protection.

Quick Summary

Expert firearms instructor Matt Carriker debunks the movie myth of pillow silencers. Ballistic tests show pillows cannot stop bullets, and acoustic tests reveal they offer negligible sound suppression compared to actual firearm suppressors like the SilencerCo Maxim 9.

Chapters

  1. 00:47Race Glocks & Taran Tactical Intro
  2. 01:59Keanu Reeves Training Footage
  3. 03:05Shooting with Jack Osbourne
  4. 03:45Taran Tactical Combat Master Overview
  5. 06:24The Pillow Silencer Myth Introduction
  6. 06:51Race Gun Comparison
  7. 11:20Ballistic Test: Pillows vs. Bullet
  8. 11:46Acoustic Test: Pillow vs. Suppressor

Frequently Asked Questions

Can pillows effectively stop bullets like in movies?

No, ballistic tests show that standard pillows are ineffective at stopping bullets. A 9mm round can easily penetrate through multiple pillows, demonstrating they offer no significant ballistic protection.

Do pillows work as improvised gun silencers?

Pillows provide minimal sound suppression, far less than a dedicated firearm suppressor. Acoustic tests reveal that while a pillow might slightly muffle the sound, it does not effectively silence a gunshot.

What firearms were compared in the pillow silencer test?

The test involved comparing the sound suppression of a pillow against a baseline with a SilencerCo Maxim 9. Various competition pistols like the Taran Tactical Combat Master Glock 17L, Canik TP9SFX, and STI DVC Tactical were also showcased.

Where did Keanu Reeves train for John Wick?

Keanu Reeves trained at Taran Tactical Innovations, a facility near Los Angeles known for its high-end firearm modifications and professional training programs, as mentioned in the video.

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