Sinterfire vs Fiocchi Blue Guardian .40S&W Ballistic Gel Test

This video provides expert guidance on stockpiling ammunition, emphasizing pattern recognition of market shortages rather than panic buying. It details seven calibers that consistently become scarce, offering specific recommendations for reserve quantities for each, distinguishing between training and defensive loads. The advice is presented from the perspective of a firearms instructor focused on practical preparedness.

This video details a ballistic gelatin test comparing .380 ACP, 9mm Luger, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP calibers using 20% ballistic gelatin. The instructor, Buckeye Ballistics, notes that an accidental over-concentration of gelatin resulted in a firmer block, significantly impacting penetration compared to standard 10% gelatin. The test highlights differences in penetration and wound cavity formation between FMJ and hollow-point ammunition across these calibers.

This video conducts a penetration test comparing 9mm, 10mm, .45 ACP, and .40 S&W calibers through wood and paper. The test reveals significant differences in penetration depth, with the 10mm and .40 S&W generally outperforming the 9mm and .45 ACP in wood, while paper penetration varied. The presenter also notes differences in bullet construction and primer size between calibers.

This video demonstrates a rapid-fire 'mag dump' technique using a customized Glock 22. The shooter, identified as a firearms enthusiast and content creator, showcases proper safety protocols including eye and ear protection, magazine indexing, and maintaining safe muzzle direction throughout the demonstration at an indoor range. The demonstration highlights the firearm's features and the shooter's handling during a high-volume firing sequence.

This guide outlines 12 common range mistakes seniors wish they knew sooner, focusing on safety and technique adjustments. It covers crucial advice on hearing protection, safe firearm handling, choosing appropriate calibers and firearms, and utilizing modern optics. The instruction emphasizes adapting shooting practices to account for age-related changes like reduced grip strength and vision, promoting safer and more enjoyable range experiences.

This video demonstrates a ballistics test comparing the penetration power of various pistol calibers (.380 ACP, 9mm Luger, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, 10mm Auto) against bowling balls. The instructor uses FMJ ammunition and documents the impact and damage caused by each caliber, also including a .22LR test for comparative analysis. The experiment highlights the differences in terminal ballistics between common handgun rounds.

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.