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This video from Yee Yee Life tests the ballistic resistance of a real bank door against various calibers, from .22LR up to .50 BMG. The test, conducted by an experienced individual demonstrating safe firearm handling, shows the door's effectiveness against most handgun rounds and even some rifle calibers, though it is ultimately penetrated by a .50 BMG round. The experiment uses a mannequin named Fred as a target to visualize the effects of penetration.

This video demonstrates a ballistic test to determine if forklift forks can stop various firearm rounds, from .22 LR up to .50 BMG. The test, conducted by an experienced individual, shows that while forklift forks can stop many common handgun and rifle rounds, they are penetrated by the .50 BMG round. The results provide practical insights into the ballistic resistance of steel under extreme impact.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a Soviet-era hammer against various calibers. While smaller rounds like .22 LR caused minimal damage, larger calibers like 9mm, 7.62x39mm, .223 Remington, and .308 Winchester inflicted progressively more damage, with the .308 ultimately causing significant structural failure to the hammer's handle.

This video from Garand Thumb provides an expert analysis of firearm projectile performance through automobile glass, a critical skill for urban survival. Mike (Garand Thumb), a recognized subject matter expert with a background in Special Warfare, details the physics of glass types, the 'cone of deflection,' and how various calibers and ammunition types (5.56 NATO, 7.62x39mm, .308 Winchester, 12 Gauge slugs) perform against these barriers. The instruction emphasizes empirical testing and practical application for self-defense scenarios.

This video from Polenar Tactical, featuring expert Žiga, demonstrates rigorous testing of Protection Group Denmark's U-line ESAPI XL Level 4 ballistic plates against unconventional threats beyond standard NIJ 0101.06 testing. The expert guide outlines a comprehensive testing methodology, from baseline rifle threats to extreme scenarios like grenade fragmentation and multi-shot rifle impacts on damaged plates. The assessment highlights the plate's exceptional performance even when compromised, offering valuable insights for tactical gear users and armor manufacturers.

This video from Yee Yee Life tests the ballistic resistance of a 100-pound kettlebell against various calibers, from .22 LR to .50 BMG. The kettlebell demonstrates significant durability, stopping smaller rounds with minor marks and deflecting handgun rounds. High-power rifle rounds like 5.56mm NATO and .308 Winchester create divots and holes but do not penetrate fully. The .50 BMG round, however, causes significant damage, entering and exiting the kettlebell. The expert assessment highlights the experienced handling of firearms and knowledge of ammunition types.

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, an experienced firearms instructor, conducting a unique bullet penetration test. He uses 12 Ozark Trail 12-inch cast iron skillets to determine how many rounds from various calibers and firearms, including 9mm, .45 ACP, 500 S&W Magnum, 7.62x39mm, 5.56mm, 5.7x28mm, and 12 Gauge slugs, can penetrate the cookware. The results offer practical insights into the ballistic performance of different ammunition types against a common household item.

This video from Edwin Sarkissian provides an expert-level demonstration of the Serbu BFG-50A rifle's capability against a railroad track. Sarkissian, a high-level firearms enthusiast, showcases the .50 BMG caliber's power with various ammunition types, including the specialized Raufoss Mk 211 Mod 0, highlighting its penetration through thick steel. The content offers valuable insights into terminal ballistics and the performance of heavy caliber rounds.

This video demonstrates a unique application of the X Products Can Cannon, a gas-operated launcher compatible with AR-15/M16 lowers, to launch an M67-style fragmentation grenade using .223 Blanks. Expert experimentalist Edwin Sarkissian showcases the process of loading and firing the device towards a frozen lake, highlighting the launcher's ability to hold the grenade's spoon in place until firing. The demonstration results in a significant explosion and ice shatter upon impact.

This guide details a ballistic test comparing a .50 Cal Spotter round against a 1.25-inch thick bulletproof glass panel using a Serbu BFG-50A rifle. The test, conducted by firearms enthusiast Edwin Sarkissian, demonstrates the significant destructive potential of specialized .50 BMG ammunition, highlighting differences in impact effects between incendiary spotter rounds and standard FMJ rounds. The expert-level demonstration emphasizes the importance of understanding ammunition types and their performance against protective materials.