KENTUCKY POET SOCIETY

Ted from Line45 advises stockpiling specific ammunition calibers before anticipated shortages in 2026. He details why .22 LR, 9mm Luger, .223/5.56 NATO, 12-gauge slugs and buckshot, 7.62x39mm, and .308/7.62 NATO are critical, citing historical patterns, production limitations, and demand pressures from various user groups. The guide emphasizes maintaining separate stashes for training and defensive use across all firearm types.

This video from Kentucky Ballistics demonstrates a unique test of bullet penetration using paraffin wax blocks as a medium. Expertly conducted by Scott, the experiment showcases how different handgun calibers, from .22 LR to .500 S&W Magnum, interact with wax, highlighting its surprising effectiveness at stopping rounds despite its tendency to shatter. The test provides valuable insights into projectile performance in a non-standard medium.

This video from Instructor Mike demonstrates the critical importance of accounting for dynamic target movement during a high-stress encounter. Using a SIRT Training Pistol, the drill simulates a realistic street scenario where a target will not remain stationary. The slow-motion analysis highlights how perceived center mass shots can miss or hit unintended areas due to rapid target evasion.

This video demonstrates a challenging training drill involving shooting an airsoft BB projectile coming towards the shooter. The participant uses a Smith & Wesson Shield X Comp pistol, attempting to hit the fast-moving target before it reaches them. The drill emphasizes speed, accuracy, and reaction time under pressure, simulating a dynamic threat scenario.

This video argues for the resurgence of revolvers in concealed carry, highlighting their reliability, simplicity, and unique features. The instructor emphasizes that while semi-automatics dominate the market, revolvers offer distinct advantages like consistent reliability, ease of operation, dual-action trigger options, inherent safety without manual safeties, superior durability, a wider range of powerful calibers, and often greater accuracy in single-action mode. The joy of shooting a revolver is also presented as a significant benefit.

This guide details the process of loading a Mauser Kar98k rifle using a 5-round stripper clip, as demonstrated by an experienced shooter. It covers the manual loading procedure and the technique for engaging a reactive target. The demonstration highlights proficient bolt manipulation and stable shooting posture, emphasizing safe and effective operation of this classic bolt-action rifle.

This video details a catastrophic failure of a Serbu RN-50 rifle chambered in .50 BMG, resulting in severe injuries to the shooter, Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The incident highlights extreme pressure events and the critical importance of firearm safety and immediate medical response. Scott's resilience and commitment to educating viewers despite his injuries are evident.

This video details a comprehensive torture test of the Desert Eagle Mark XIX, conducted by Scott from Kentucky Ballistics. The firearm was subjected to extreme conditions including water submersion, snow burial, mud immersion, and sand burial. Despite some malfunctions in mud and sand, the Desert Eagle demonstrated notable resilience, functioning after water and snow exposure. The test highlights the firearm's robust construction and the importance of understanding its limitations under adverse conditions.

This video tests the myth of water being bulletproof by firing various firearms, from 9mm handguns to a .50 BMG rifle, into a water tank. Results show that even high-powered rounds like the .50 BMG are significantly slowed or stopped by water, failing to penetrate to the target. The tests demonstrate water's effectiveness in dissipating projectile energy.

This video features Scott from Kentucky Ballistics testing several of the world's largest caliber firearms against a realistic ballistic dummy torso. The expert demonstrates the destructive power of rounds like the .700 Nitro Express (1000 grain) and .600 Nitro Express (900 grain), showcasing detailed firearm engravings and unique actions like the Blaser R8 straight-pull bolt. The testing provides valuable insights into the performance of these extreme hunting calibers on simulated organic material.