Which Ammo Makes The Biggest Boom?

This video provides expert recommendations on ammunition stockpiling for different firearm types. It suggests 1,000 rounds for a primary carry handgun, 1,000 rounds for a secondary defense firearm like an AR-15 or shotgun, and 400 rounds for a hunting rifle or other less frequently used firearms. The advice emphasizes practical needs for practice and potential emergencies.

This video explores the effectiveness of 'chain shot' shotgun ammunition, a historically inspired projectile. The presenter tests three variations (fine, medium, and heavy chain) against various targets, including pineapples and ballistic gelatin, to assess their spread, impact energy, and potential lethality. The findings suggest that while chain shot can cause significant surface damage and wound channels, its penetration and overall effectiveness vary considerably with chain thickness and projectile design.

Ted from Line45 advises stockpiling specific ammunition calibers before anticipated shortages in 2026. He details why .22 LR, 9mm Luger, .223/5.56 NATO, 12-gauge slugs and buckshot, 7.62x39mm, and .308/7.62 NATO are critical, citing historical patterns, production limitations, and demand pressures from various user groups. The guide emphasizes maintaining separate stashes for training and defensive use across all firearm types.

This video provides expert recommendations on how much ammunition to stockpile for different types of firearms. The instructor, from God Family and Guns, suggests 1,000 rounds for a primary carry firearm, 1,000 rounds for a secondary home defense/go-to-war gun (like an AR or shotgun), and 400 rounds for a hunting rifle or other less frequently used firearms like revolvers. These recommendations are based on practical usage scenarios and the idea of being prepared for situations where resupply might be difficult.

This video tests the lethality and effectiveness of marbles as shotgun projectiles. The experiment evaluates projectile energy, accuracy, and penetration against homemade armor. Results indicate marbles can penetrate wood and are considered lethal under certain conditions, though accuracy and dispersion are also assessed.

This video provides an expert-level overview of various 12-gauge shotgun ammunition types, demonstrating their characteristics and effects, particularly when fired from a suppressed Mossberg 590. The instructor, with clear expertise, explains the differences in recoil, stopping power, and projectile types, ranging from standard buckshot and slugs to exotic and less-lethal loads. It's a practical guide for understanding ammunition diversity in a hypothetical survival scenario.

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.