Shooting at shotgun shells 🤔

This video debunks the myth that higher brass on a 12-gauge shotgun shell directly equates to more power and recoil. Through practical testing with various ammunition types, including the Balikli Blue Label shotgun and Hickory Flat Boars' Meat Hammer, the presenter demonstrates that projectile weight and powder charge are the primary drivers of felt recoil. The instruction emphasizes understanding ammunition components for informed shooting practices.

This video debunks the dangerous myth of using a finger to plug a gun barrel, as often depicted in cartoons. The speaker, demonstrating an experienced authority, explains the severe consequences of barrel obstructions, emphasizing that they cause barrel failure and injury to the shooter rather than stopping the projectile. It serves as a critical safety reminder for all firearm owners.

This guide details the operation of the M26 shotgun's reversible charging handle, folding bolt, and manual safety. It covers how to cycle the action, chamber rounds, and engage/disengage the safety. The video emphasizes the reversible nature of the charging handle for ambidextrous use and notes the folding bolt handle's convenience. Proper safety procedures are implicitly highlighted through the demonstration of manual controls.

This video debunks the myth that higher brass on a 12 gauge shotgun shell directly correlates to more recoil and power. The instructor demonstrates that projectile weight and powder charge are the primary factors determining a shell's performance. While higher brass can be an indicator when manufacturers maximize loads, it's not a definitive rule.

Sully from Line 45 outlines seven essential calibers for gun owners to stockpile in anticipation of future ammunition shortages, emphasizing their specific roles and the current market conditions. The video highlights the importance of proactive stocking for calibers like 300 Blackout, 308 Winchester, 10mm Auto, 12 Gauge, 22 LR, 223 Remington/5.56 NATO, and 9mm Luger, detailing their performance characteristics and availability challenges.

Jordan from PoorBoy Arms demonstrates the functionality of a JTS 12-gauge shotgun with both 5 and 10-round magazines. He emphasizes firearm safety by rejecting an unsafe dual-wield modification and addresses a magazine feeding issue, suggesting heat as a potential cause. The video showcases basic operational testing and accessory mounting.

This guide details a DIY technique for creating 'poor man's slugs' by cutting birdshot shotgun shells, a method historically used for defense and hunting during times of scarcity. The process involves carefully cutting the shell casing to create a projectile that functions similarly to a slug. The video demonstrates the technique on a Beretta 1301 tactical shotgun and discusses the importance of cut accuracy for flight stability and potential reliability issues in semi-automatic firearms.

This video demonstrates critical firearm safety failures, including poor muzzle awareness, lack of trigger discipline, and unsafe handling in a residential environment. The individual exhibits difficulty with basic firearm manipulation, culminating in a negligent discharge indoors. It serves as a stark warning against improper firearm handling and the importance of professional training.

This guide details the process of creating a DIY wax slug from standard birdshot, as demonstrated by the 'Collapse N Protect' channel. The modification involves melting wax and pouring it over the shot to create a cohesive projectile. The video highlights the increased effectiveness of this DIY slug compared to traditional birdshot, particularly in its ability to concentrate energy on the target, as evidenced by its success in shattering a cinder block. The creator also humorously notes the potential for using scented wax to alter the range's odor.

This video from Collapse N Protect, featuring an instructor with high authority, experimentally tests whether 12-gauge shotgun shells mounted on a plate carrier will explode when shot. The tests, using birdshot, buckshot, and Dragon's Breath rounds, demonstrate that while shells can be breached and their contents spilled, they do not detonate or explode without primer ignition and the compression force typically provided by a firearm's barrel. The explanation highlights the essential components and conditions required for a shell to fire.