Shooting Attackers From The Hip? (Accuracy Test)

This video demonstrates the effectiveness of various shotguns for home defense, comparing 12-gauge, 20-gauge, and .410 bore calibers at a simulated 15-foot range. It highlights differences in recoil management between male and female shooters, and between pump-action and semi-automatic platforms, offering insights into pattern spread and projectile impact.

This video debunks the myth that shotguns do not require aiming due to their spread. Through practical testing with birdshot, buckshot, and slugs at various distances, the instructor demonstrates that shotgun patterns, even at close range, are not wide enough to reliably hit targets without aiming. The analysis highlights that while spread increases with distance, it also diminishes effectiveness, and precise aiming is crucial for safe and effective shotgun use, especially in self-defense scenarios.

This guide details the testing of specialty shotgun ammunition, including Firequest Dragon's Breath and AP rounds, using a Mossberg Shockwave. Expert instruction from Jerry Miculek highlights the pyrotechnic effects of Dragon's Breath and the significant penetration and recoil of AP rounds. Proper firearm handling and safety are emphasized throughout the process.

This guide, presented by Chris Baker from Lucky Gunner Ammo, covers the essential operation and safety protocols for pump-action shotguns. It details safety rules, shotgun anatomy, ammunition types (birdshot, buckshot, slugs), clearing and loading procedures, and advanced recoil management techniques like the push-pull method. The instruction emphasizes safe handling and effective operation for common models like the Remington 870 and Mossberg 500/590 series, including specialized advice for stockless firearms.

This video details the role and techniques of a designated breacher, emphasizing the critical importance of using specialized breaching shells, not buckshot, to avoid unintended casualties. It outlines the proper carry method for a breaching shotgun, the specific firing grip, and the figure-eight pattern for engaging door lock mechanisms. The instruction highlights the inherent risks of the breacher position and the necessity of coordinated team entry.

Chris Baker, a respected firearms educator, revisits his initial skepticism of stockless shotguns like the Mossberg Shockwave. Through structured testing, he demonstrates how the 'Cheek Pistol' technique, developed by Rhett Neumayer, significantly improves aiming and recoil control, making these firearms viable for personal defense. The analysis includes performance comparisons against traditional shotguns and notes potential shooter fatigue with extended use.

This video presents a humorous skit emphasizing the critical importance of wearing eye protection at the shooting range. It visually demonstrates a handgun malfunction and uses a relatable, albeit exaggerated, scenario with a spent casing to highlight the potential dangers of inadequate eye safety. The creator, experienced in firearm handling and tactical gear, reinforces this essential safety message.

This video features a 'bulletproof' test where a tree is used as a ballistic medium to test various calibers from .22 LR up to .50 BMG. The Civilian Tactical host, demonstrating high-level firearms expertise, shows that even powerful rounds like .50 BMG can be significantly stopped by a dense tree, with none of the tested rounds achieving a complete pass-through. The test highlights the surprising terminal ballistics of different ammunition types against natural barriers.

This video from Civilian Tactical explores the concept of using a human body, simulated with ballistic gel, as a suppressor. The host fires a Derya Arms .22 rifle directly against a ballistic gel head and block, noting the shot sounded 'dead silent.' The experiment demonstrates the penetration depth of a .22 LR round through the simulated head and into the gel block.

This video demonstrates a ballistic test on a Belgian M1 steel helmet, evaluating its resistance against various calibers from birdshot to .223. The test, conducted by Civilian Tactical Host, shows that the helmet is not bulletproof against common handgun and rifle rounds like 9mm and .223. The host's energetic and demonstration-oriented style, coupled with expertise in tactical gear, provides a clear assessment of the helmet's limitations.