Breaking out the BIG BOY TOYS!

Published on April 27, 2020
Duration: 6:16

This video showcases an advanced range session featuring Jerry Miculek, a professional shooter with 50 years of experience, demonstrating the capabilities of three powerful magnum revolvers: a .357 Magnum, a .44 Magnum, and a .460 S&W Magnum. He uses canned goods as targets to illustrate the terminal ballistics and impact energy of different loads, highlighting the significant differences between calibers and ammunition types. The session emphasizes expert handling of high-recoil firearms and detailed knowledge of ammunition performance.

Quick Summary

Expert shooter Jerry Miculek demonstrates the ballistic performance of .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, and .460 S&W Magnum revolvers using canned goods as targets. He highlights velocities up to 2200 fps for the .460 S&W Magnum, showcasing significant differences in recoil and impact energy between the calibers. The session features Smith & Wesson firearms and Hornady ammunition.

Chapters

  1. 00:11Quarantine Challenge & Video Goal
  2. 00:45Range Day Introduction & Canned Targets
  3. 01:30.357 Magnum Testing with S&W V-Comp
  4. 03:04.44 Magnum Testing with S&W DX Revolver
  5. 04:34.460 S&W Magnum Testing - 'Big Boy Toy'

Frequently Asked Questions

What revolvers were featured in the "Breaking out the BIG BOY TOYS!" video?

The video featured three powerful revolvers: a Smith & Wesson Performance Center 8-shot V-Comp in .357 Magnum, a Smith & Wesson DX Revolver in .44 Magnum, and a Smith & Wesson Performance Center .460 Magnum with a long barrel.

What ammunition was used for the .357 Magnum test?

For the .357 Magnum test, Hornady Critical Defense 125gr FTX ammunition was used, achieving velocities of approximately 1500 fps and demonstrating significant terminal effects on canned targets.

How does the .460 S&W Magnum compare in power to the .44 Magnum?

The .460 S&W Magnum, firing a 200gr bullet at 2200 fps, demonstrated substantially more power and destructive capability than the .44 Magnum (1410 fps with a 225gr bullet), obliterating targets with ease.

What is Magna-Porting and how does it affect firearm performance?

Magna-Porting is a muzzle modification that cuts ports into the barrel or compensator to redirect propellant gases. This technique effectively reduces felt recoil and muzzle rise, allowing for faster follow-up shots and improved control, especially with powerful magnum firearms.

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