What's for Dinner with GB Guns

Published on May 22, 2020
Duration: 11:41

This video demonstrates a comprehensive ammunition testing protocol, dubbed 'What's for Dinner,' designed to evaluate firearm reliability across a wide range of ammunition types. The methodology involves firing three rounds of ten different 9mm loads through a Sig Sauer P365XL to assess feeding, cycling, and lock-open functionality. The experiment highlights how variations in projectile weight, shape, and overall length can impact a firearm's performance and shooter experience, offering valuable insights for consumers before purchasing a firearm or selecting ammunition.

Quick Summary

The 'What's for Dinner' protocol tests firearm reliability by firing three rounds of ten different ammunition loads to observe feeding, cycling, and lock-open performance. Variations in projectile weight, shape, and overall length significantly influence how a firearm feeds and cycles, impacting reliability and shooter experience.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction to 'What's for Dinner' Ammo Test
  2. 00:21Testing Protocol: 3 Rounds, 10 Loads
  3. 00:36Lightest Ammo: Inceptor 65 Grain
  4. 00:40Heavy Subsonic: 158 Grain
  5. 00:51Firearm Design and Ammo Compatibility
  6. 01:15Factors Affecting Feed Reliability
  7. 01:36Testing for Slide Lock and Cycling Energy
  8. 01:46Why 3 Rounds Per Load?
  9. 02:04Target Analysis and Point of Impact
  10. 02:36Recoil Impulse and Shooter Feel
  11. 02:55Testing Begins: Sig P365XL
  12. 03:13Inceptor 65 Grain Test
  13. 03:40Winchester Super Clean 90 Grain Test
  14. 04:03Heavy Duty 100 Grain Test
  15. 04:27Norma MHP 108 Grain Test
  16. 05:09Defensive Loads and Recoil
  17. 05:09Silver Bear 115 Grain Steel Case Test
  18. 05:43Yavex 115 Grain Test
  19. 06:18American Eagle 124 Grain Subsonic Test
  20. 06:46Norma 124 Hexagon Test
  21. 07:14SB 140 Grain Subsonic Test
  22. 07:48PPU 158 Grain Subsonic Test
  23. 08:13Ammunition Test Recap
  24. 08:23Understanding Ammo Compatibility
  25. 09:05Flyers and Shooter Interaction
  26. 09:27Recoil Impulse and Mental Mechanics
  27. 09:50Muzzle Flash and Alarming Effects
  28. 10:04Value of Ammo Testing
  29. 10:11High Volume Shooting and Smoothness
  30. 10:30Value for Potential Firearm Buyers
  31. 10:43Testing Protocol for Rifles
  32. 11:14Where to Find GB Guns Content
  33. 11:17Outro and Thanks

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'What's for Dinner' ammunition testing protocol?

The 'What's for Dinner' protocol involves firing three rounds of ten different ammunition loads through a specific firearm to assess its reliability. The goal is to determine if the gun will consistently feed, cycle, and lock open with a variety of ammunition types, including different weights and designs.

Why is ammunition weight important for firearm reliability?

Projectile weight directly impacts the energy produced when the round is fired. Lighter projectiles may not generate enough energy to cycle the action or lock the slide open, while heavier projectiles can affect recoil impulse and potentially feeding dynamics, especially in firearms not designed for them.

How does ammunition affect a firearm's point of impact and group size?

Variations in ammunition, such as projectile weight, shape, and powder charge, can influence the firearm's point of impact and the resulting group size. This interaction between the gun and the ammo can be a significant factor, sometimes more so than shooter error, leading to flyers or shifts in accuracy.

What are the benefits of testing different ammunition loads for a firearm?

Testing different loads helps consumers identify ammunition that their specific firearm reliably functions with, preventing potential malfunctions. It also reveals how different loads affect recoil impulse, shooter feel, and accuracy, which is crucial for training, competition, or self-defense applications.

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