will pistols work if stuck in concrete?

Published on December 24, 2020
Duration: 13:18

This video features Edwin Sarkissian, a high-level enthusiast and experimental content creator, testing the functionality of four different firearms encased in high-strength concrete. The experiment reveals that while some firearms like the Taurus .38 Special can fire rounds that are stopped by the concrete, others, including the Hi-Point and Glock 19, fail to cycle or fire due to the obstruction. The S&W 500 Magnum, despite its immense power, suffers catastrophic failure after attempting to fire through the concrete obstruction.

Quick Summary

Testing firearms encased in concrete reveals significant functional limitations. While revolvers may fire rounds that are stopped by the obstruction, semi-automatics often fail to cycle. Powerful handguns like the S&W 500 Magnum can breach concrete but risk catastrophic barrel failure due to the extreme pressure.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Setup
  2. 01:50Taurus .38 Special Revolver Test
  3. 03:22Semi-Auto Failures (Hi-Point & Glock)
  4. 05:07S&W 500 Magnum - First Shot
  5. 09:00S&W 500 Magnum - Final Destruction

Frequently Asked Questions

What happens when a pistol is fired while encased in concrete?

When encased in concrete, pistols like the Taurus .38 Special can fire rounds that are stopped by the obstruction. However, semi-automatics like the Hi-Point and Glock 19 may fail to cycle or fire. The S&W 500 Magnum can split concrete but may suffer catastrophic failure.

Can a Glock 19 fire if its barrel is stuck in concrete?

In tests, a Glock 19 encased in concrete failed to fire its bullet. While the primer ignited, the concrete obstruction prevented the bullet from exiting and the slide from cycling, indicating a functional failure due to the blockage.

What is the effect of firing a powerful .500 S&W Magnum through concrete?

Firing a .500 S&W Magnum through a concrete obstruction can split the concrete block. However, the immense pressure can cause the firearm's barrel to deform and eventually fail catastrophically, rendering the weapon destroyed.

Are there safety concerns when testing firearms with obstructed barrels?

Yes, testing firearms with obstructed barrels is extremely dangerous. It requires specialized remote firing setups to prevent injury, as the firearm can fail catastrophically, sending shrapnel in unpredictable directions.

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