Pistols vs Bowling Balls .22LR .380 9MM .40 .45 10MM

This video demonstrates a practical comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting 2-liter soda bottles. The host, Buckeye Ballistics, provides an informative breakdown of ammunition types and performance, highlighting the destructive potential of each caliber. The test also reveals potential equipment failures, such as a front sight shearing off a Ruger 1911 during .45 ACP testing, underscoring the importance of reliable firearm function under stress.

This video demonstrates the impact of different calibers on a Jawbreaker candy. A .22LR projectile from a Schweizer Industri Xel Shaft P32 caused the candy to break but was stopped by it. A 9mm projectile, however, passed through the candy and impacted a steel target behind it, suggesting the 9mm's energy negates the candy's stopping power.

This video demonstrates advanced firearm handling and reloading techniques for semi-automatic pistols, including the Bersa Thunder 380, Bersa TPR 380 Plus, and various 1911 models. The shooter showcases proficient magazine indexing, fast slide manipulation, controlled recoil management, and accurate target transitions during rapid fire sequences at an outdoor range. The demonstration highlights efficient reloading under pressure, emphasizing speed and accuracy.

This video tests the ballistic resistance of a solid rubber disc against various calibers of ammunition. While bird shot and .22LR showed minimal penetration, 9mm and 7.62x39mm demonstrated significant penetration, with .308 Winchester completely destroying the target. The test highlights the varying effectiveness of different ammunition types against a solid, albeit unconventional, barrier.

This video demonstrates the effectiveness of .380 ACP ammunition against various targets, including a soda bottle, cheese, and an aluminum frying pan. The presenter uses a Browning 1911 and a Glock 43X, testing both hollow point and FMJ rounds. The results show varying degrees of penetration and impact, highlighting the capabilities and limitations of the .380 caliber.

This guide details a suppressed shooting drill using the Ruger Mark IV 22/45 Lite, emphasizing rapid target engagement and efficient reloads. The video showcases competent firearm handling and accuracy on steel targets, highlighting the fun factor of .22LR shooting. Instruction comes from an experienced shooter demonstrating safe and proficient techniques.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides a practical, albeit unconventional, comparison of five common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) by shooting watermelons. The expert demonstrates varying levels of terminal performance, from the .22LR's significant splitting to the .45 ACP's complete watermelon fragmentation, highlighting the differences in hydraulic shock and expansion. The test utilizes specific hollow-point ammunition, including Speer Gold Dot, Aguila Super Maximum, and Underwood XTP, showcasing their effects.

This video provides a practical, safety-conscious comparison of common pistol calibers (.22LR, .380 ACP, 9mm, .40 S&W, .45 ACP) against concrete blocks. The host, demonstrating high authority and expertise, details the testing methodology and results, emphasizing the risks of ricochet. None of the tested pistol calibers fully penetrated the concrete block's second wall, suggesting their limitations for certain penetration scenarios.

This review of the Taurus TX22 .22 LR pistol details its features, including a 16+1 capacity and excellent trigger. While initial testing with CCI Mini-Mags was flawless, subsequent tests with various ammunition types revealed cycling issues and culminated in a catastrophic failure. The failure was attributed to a squib load followed by a second shot, causing a barrel bulge and ruptured casing, highlighting potential ammunition inconsistencies. The review provides a detailed look at disassembly and damage assessment.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an experimental comparison of three popular rimfire calibers: .22LR, .22WMR, and .17HMR, using cantaloupes as ballistic mediums. The host, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the distinct terminal ballistics of each round, highlighting how bullet construction and velocity affect target interaction. The comparison offers practical insights into the performance differences between these rimfire cartridges on soft tissue simulants.