Its commonly understood that ammunition that is hot will propel a bullet to a higher velocity than those at colder temperature. In fact, the 1:7 twist rate for the M16 was chosen to be able to stabilize the tracer round at sub-arctic temperatures. The Wound Channel did [Read More…]
In a quick break from your regular powder-powered entertainment, IraqiVeteran explores how far a bow and arrow can kill. With assistance of Scott from WAC outdoors, Eric explores what an arrow can do. Rather than just shoot targets from a distance, Scott and Eric put an [Read More…]
I, for one, enjoy Precision Rifle Blog’s truly data-driven approach to everything they do. Their latest drive into the data is an epic breakdown of .30 cal muzzle brakes, rating them by 4 major criteria: Recoil reduction Ability to Stay On Target (Muzzle [Read More…]
While the test is certainly only covering only a single facet of what makes lubricant preform in the field (how much carbon debris comes out of the gun versus stays in it), its still fascinating to watch the ultra-slow motion of a Beretta M9 and AR-15 shooting in good [Read More…]
The first video (which started off with a bang on the AR) and the second (which was a whimper on the AK) has inspired Eric at IV8888 to continue pushing guns well past any norm of usage and see where they will finally melt down. Up to bat for the third stretch is a Gen [Read More…]
FullMag tests the new, smaller GoPro Session by destructively testing an existing GoPro Hero Black using a bullet nearly the same size as the camera itself, a .45-70. The new camera has excellent picture, but the old one… is disintegrated. Complete with the usual [Read More…]
I, for one, am glad we have never had a real all-out shooting war against the Russians. Their 7N6 is a nasty little ball round, designed from inception to tumble. To see just how much trouble the 5.45 round is, MrGunsNGear did a quick gel-block test using a Krinkov. I [Read More…]
I know, I have a bit of a fanboy problem, but when you are as good and thorough as ShootingTheBull410, its hard not to be. Latest in his everlasting lexicon of ammunition tests is now my personal favorite; testing two types of segmented slugs. The first is the venerable [Read More…]
While a slight bend to a barrel was possible (as proven by the Germans in WWII), Jamie and Adam decided to tackle and see if possible to shoot with a bent barrel. Using a 10/22, they proved that it is possible. Moreover, they showed that the exit velocity was nearly [Read More…]
Another of my YouTube favorites, Taofledermaus, has appealed to both my love of IT and firearms. Setting up over 50 lbs of hard drives, he and his cohorts put a M855 “green tip” into 5″ HDD platters. I had high hopes for the light “armor [Read More…]
I love ShootingTheBull, mostly because he is no-BS. That, and a through tester, highly entertaining, and generally knowledgeable about terminal ballistics. His latest test is of Winchester’s Train & Defend ammunition, a novel line that pairs a matching set of [Read More…]
Ballistic Radio has been diligently doing what most of us could not – torture testing an AR-15 through the end of its life. Now past 15,000 rounds of cleaning-free operation, they moved on to the “fun” part of testing, now using sand (on a closed dust [Read More…]
For the last two years, Vuurwapen’s muzzle device article has stood as the seminal test of modern sporting rifle brakes. While detailed, the article has (sadly) not been updated with the latest and greatest that the industry has to offer. Now competing for the [Read More…]
R&D Magazine (a nerd favorite of mine) has covered some development testing of graphene. Materials scientist Edwin “Ned” Thomas or Rice University has looked at the material as a future component to body armor. Its high strength and lightweight make it [Read More…]
ShootingTheBull410 (one my absolute favorite YouTube channels) has tested the SS197 5.7 x 28mm projective in his characteristic ballistics gel test. Tested out of the FiveSeveN, the SS197 comes in between the 22LR and 9mm in terms of ballistic energy. Combined with a [Read More…]
Conventional wisdom tells shooters that steel-cased ammunition is harder on a gun than brass. That is not the case. Bi-Metal and steel-jacketed bullets will wear a barrel faster, but steel-cases typically will not wear a bolt and chamber faster. Now, Steel can be [Read More…]
Okay… Okay… I admit it. I bought an R51 and right now, I regret it. *Note- This was a personal purchase of a retail model. TFB’s formal evaluation pistol has been on hold since its release with no ETA. At the NRA show in 2014, I was keen to get my [Read More…]
On USA Shooting, a scientist measures the brain waves and muscle activity of a competitive shooter. I am very curious what would happen if the scientist monitored Jerry Miculek, USPSA Grand Master, or a 3Gun competitor. Regardless, the test was interesting and may [Read More…]
G2 Research’s Radically Invasive Projectile “R.I.P.” has a fantastic marketing campaign, generating lots of buzz. Our own post has over 144 comments debating the effectiveness of the ammunition. Steve sums it up nicely: “The company claims its 96 gr copper bullet is “the [Read More…]
Lapua now operates a testing facility that allows shooters to test the company’s rimfire rounds under highly controlled conditions. The Lapua Service Center is located in Mesa, AZ, and is open to competitive shooters and shooting teams. With more than [Read More…]
Aimed Research is making very high speed videos of ammunition testing. By slowing down bullet impacts, we can see what really happens and hopefully improve future bullet performance. Take this video of a shotgun shell loaded with flechettes: While this video [Read More…]