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Personal Protection: Carry Ammunition Selection Process
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ส.ค. 2024
- Paul describes how he selects his personal carry ammo.
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Hey everyone, we were NOT talking about .44 special. I just used this gun/ammo to help illustrate the process. This was NOT an evaluation of the Grizzly ammo.
I really enjoy your videos you have a cadence of explaining firearms and ammunition that makes it feel anybody can learn how to use a a firearm properly and I know this may sound stupid but you are the Bob Ross of guns
Hey Paul I really enjoy your videos and would appreciate your evaluation of HR 5717, the gun control law that is currently being attempted to be passed.
I used to carry Federal HST, then I asked two policemen I know, which ammo they carry on duty? and they both told me Speer Gold Dot. (I did not ask if it is provided by the town) Both types pass step 1 and 2 however I have not done the next three. I can do the water jug test, maybe I will try it. I am trying to simplify my life now that I’m getting older and can retire in 382 days. Bottom line is, if it is fine for the police to use, it should be fine for me. I also remember your video on hyper ammunition.
Demo on Glaser safety slug blue Vs. Meat target would be very interesting..
*Beer*
I am always learning. You can't never have enough knowledge or experience to stay safe
This whole damned 'beer' situation has lead to me drinking a whole lot of beer.
Except Modelo announced they stopped making that particular brand for the duration of the "beer pandemic".
Right bud wisers making a fortune off me
Wait till the "tequila" Jose Cuervo virus hits!
I've been enjoying some fine whiskey lately while watching Paul do his thing. I don't know how many calories are in a shot of whiskey but it's definitely less filling! LOL
@@fredwatkins8177 100 calories, but that comes with a caveat that not all shot glasses are the same volume.
My process:
1: see what’s at the store
2: watch Paul’s review on it
3: buy if it passes the PH test
3a: if Ammo fails PH test, go back to step one
Brandon Edwards , same here , if it ain’t PH approved , no thank you.
It’s pretty simple, just follow his 5 steps!!!
For the most part anything with a Green and White box, seems to work just fine.
Lol!
Knee pads are on sale at Walmart, you might want to get a pair.....
"You might not find the ammo for it at Mega-lo-mart."
I wish I could like this video again just for the King Of The Hill reference.
I'm really old (74) and didn't recall where I had heard "Megalomart" before.. Now it all comes back, Propane and Propane accessories.. :) th-cam.com/video/c7OIhhAyD7g/w-d-xo.html
I like to say Super Duper Mart, as a Fallout reference. But I do rather enjoy King of the Hill.
Bwaaahhhhhhh!!!
I enjoy King of the Hill references.
Hey Dad, why is my sister called Rose?
Dad, "Because your mom loves roses, son."
Son, "Thanks Dad!"
Dad, "Your welcome, Hornady Critical Defense .44 Special 165gr FTX projectile."
"Hey what about me?!" says his other son, Meat target (for those who havent seen it before) leather jacket skin followed by pork steak pectoral pork ribs a bag of oranges to simulate lung tissue pork ribs on the back 4 layers of t shirt on the front 4 layers on the back and all followed by the new and improved high tech fleece pullet stop.
You forgot "Like a ballistics tip"
I will stick with my reliable Hirtenberger Buscadero Ticondas
Thanks Guys , we all need a good laugh at the mo .
I read that the exact same time he said it.
Did Paul just make a King of the Hill reference? Mega Lo Mart. Just when I thought he couldnt get any better.
Damn it Bobbie!
YES! I thought the same thing when he said that. There's a long story in there somewhere, but, after his hurtenberger b-something ticonda video, I found a good middle of the road practice AND carry ammo... Available (at the time) at your local Mega-Lo Mart. But, after this video, I'm back to the drawing board.
You noticed it, too. King of the Hill references are best references.
When I heard that my narrow urethra got wider
As a side job, he sells propane and propane accessories.
We are past 70 and have decided shooting for fun would be a good hobby. We so appreciate the fine work Paul does with this channel.
It's to the point. Factual. Avoids jargon. We have been greatly helped. Also entertained. Paul has a unique sense of humor.
Fun Fact : All the locations in this presentation are actually hi-res paintings done by Paul. For the actual shooting, a .17 air rifle was used and then George Lucas was hired to change the air rifle into a revolver in post. Normally, this would cost much more than just using the real ammo, but George did the work for free. When asked why someone like George Lucas would work on these videos, Paul would only say, “George knows why”. George was asked several time about this unusual collaboration, but would only shake his head, look at his feet, and try not to let Paul hear him sobbing.
I hear the extended version will have jawas running around in the backround and 20 seconds more footage. And he'll edit it so Paul doesn't shoot first! Fans will be outraged!
Be fair, George want to do something with a respected franchise.
I'll be waiting for the many dozens of alterations of these videos in the future
Simple; Mr. Harrell has pictures Mr. Lucas would prefer not be circulated publicly.
Virgin
"a No-Go at this station". No more dire words were ever spoken.
Bryan Riggs I haven't heard that term since the 80's when I served. Paul even had the disappointed tone correct. I'm having flashbacks of youthful ineptitude.
Thank you for the ft. benning flashback.
Only "recycle" carried more dread.
I flinched when he said it.
@@VikingGruntpa The mud is 18 inches deep and the Sun is blazing hot.
Paul Harrell for President, his first State of the Union Address "Please excuse the gunfire you hear in the background we are making room for my new Cabinet.
JD! That is freakin' hilarious!!!
That is kinda funny, but, in all seriousness, if Mr. Harrell ever did run for office, he'd have my vote in a hot second.
He is what you call a professional
@@allenmorgan1007 yeah, he would have my vote as well...
@Tired Disenchanted
Good one!!
Paul Harrell is so good that I made my own parody video of him years ago.. He is still, to this day, my favorite Firearms 'TH-camr'.
Thank you for all of your hard work, Paul. We all love and appreciate you!
Paul you look like the guy no one wants to get shot by intentionally. In a creepy way you would explain to the person you shot. Why you shot him where you shot him. Why you chose the round you used. The gun you chose. All while having that Mr. Rogers demeanor the way you talk. Thats why i love your vids man. Learning a lot.
Paul: Now, me shooting you comes with a couple of caveats. One (holds up index finger) This should NOT be taken as some kind of tutorial about how to get shot. I'm just demonstrating how I shoot someone who needs shooting. And two (holds up middle finger and uses it to dial 911)
Now was that enough of a difference to get adequate penetration and expansion...? You be the judge!
I've been a gun nut for over 50 years and he still teaches me lots.
As the life drains from the fresh hole blown in your lower abdomen, you feel cold, though you can’t quite tell if it’s the steel pressed against your flesh, the uncaring metallic click of the hammer drop or the icy voice that says “that’ll do just fine” as you sink into blackness...
@@craigallenheath omg you owe me a new screen lmfao!
When paul puts out a new video is like when we were kids waiting on a new Dukes of Hazzard entertaining and worth the wait
Kelly Tolliver I have to agree with you there
Kelly Tolliver - Only Paul IS REAL!
Coiled Steel Hey, leave the guy be. He’s just a good ole boy, and never meant no harm.
Thank God Paul isn't wearing Daisy Dukes.
Michael James - WHAT? I NEVER meant any disrespect!
WHY so defensive?
1 minute ago and 80 likes vs. 0 dislikes. Glad to see the Paul fans out early!
mrpibb7781 guys that don’t like Paul should just go get some BEER
2.3K vs 11 right now
All dislikes are 'Caleb the revolver master'
@Supadupa Swaggascoopa perhaps Caleb's boy scout troop is coming to his defense 😂
I enjoy most of his videos even if I don't agree with something he said I still respect his opinion and point of view. I have found several things he does is a good foundation of testing to find out what works best for me.
Paul: "Nothing I say today should be inferred as a tutorial"
Me: Pause the video to get a pen and paper.
So as always, I did watch this at home. I am what you call a "TH-cam watching professional". You're welcome for watching the 5 point test video.
Tech YT channels refer to that "beer" as "human malware".
Looks like I'm not the only one watching Paul and Steve
@Oreobush EST potential deaths from beer in US 1-2 million without mitigation so a little more than shark bites.
On a side note according to Reuters
With preventative measures it's between 100,000 and 400,000 so about as much as a shark infestation but I don't believe the admin wants to do what's optimal for public health as that is the polar opposite of what's good for the economy......So good luck my yankie friend, times are gonna get tough
I'm confused, does TH-cam demonetize/not promote/hide from recommendations, videos that use the real "beer" word?
@Sheldon Robertson Add hubris to the mix and I think you've got it right.
@@Zpicismrad Yes that's exactly what happens unless you've got special privileges like John Oliver or Philip DeFranco
The Godfather coming in dropping knowledge. I'm digging this process.
There are a few good firearms channels out there, they mostly tell you what to buy. This channel is the only one that teaches you how to think thru a problem/choice so that we understand how to come to our own conclusions/decisions. Best channel on YT.
Those other channels tell you what to think and believe. Paul's channel tells you how to think
I love paul's presentation style. I can never tell if he's shitposting or being deadly serious 😂 and I'm British, so that is very high praise indeed.
Being British, surely you are well-versed in the subtleties of context and sarcasm?
@Keith Peterson i was complementing Paul. No need to make this something else.
I tend to go with bonded ammo that I can get in 50 round boxes(usually because they're overruns of law enforcement ammo orders). That rule has generally served me well because 1) it allows me to replace said ammo each year and 2) it negates the "precious factor" that was mentioned in the video on hyper ammo.
Paul harrell :this is not a tutorial
Me: takes this as a tutorial
Paul :🤦♂️
Me :You're not my real dad!
Sander Rehepapp but we all secretly wish he was!
It may not be a turorial, but not many would find a better way to test their ammo, even if they tried really hard :)
@@steffenjespersen247 ummm,haven't you heard of the FBI gel test, cause everyone that attacks me is a 400lb ball of lard, wearing 4x pairs of jeans and 4x denim jackets 🤣
@@sanderrehepapp5219
Never thought about it like that, that is hilarious.
Paul Harrell: Don't try this at home.
Me: Tries this at home.
Paul :🤦♂️
Me: You're not my real dad!
Mr. Harrell needs to put out some shirts. My first request, "this comes with a few caveats".
Comes on my list of possible shirt quotes.
"you be the judge"
"Failure the best teacher is."
I think I learned more about your ammunition selection process from the load that failed your process than if you had something that passed.
Agreed, and I think it was intentional.
Best content you can find on TH-cam. Thanks Paul!
last time I was here this early caleb was still crying
NEWS FLASH: He's still crying >.
His comments section I swear reminds me of the South Park episode wherein Cartman is doing all the voices of his stuffed animals and they’re all super complimentary.
Don’t care what he says or does. Ignore him.
He is practicing hitting his ejector like Paul told him ...what a dip shit
@FlamQ Dbltap yep, he's also the idiot that broadcasts himself handling guns while drinking alcohol, sure does the gun community a favor doesn't he?
I can't practice at my local range, thanks to "beer". I never thought I'd say this, but I'll sure be glad when America runs out of "beer"
I'm glad my range is open. See more people there now that "beer" happened then ever before.
@10:39 I found targets🍻 like that at my local outdoor range recently. A missed target🍺 was recovered with no ill "Beer" effects. I noticed a new fence around the road access. I hope the fence is just to discourage animals from wandering onto the range and something else.
A few of the semi local ranges are closed. I have a few places that aren't being used with good backstops. (Pasture, old gravel pit, crp,ect.) I let poeple go to those places and shoot. At least one location is used every day!
The Cuddly Couture I hope we at least run out of that Chinese beer.
@@keithgraham9547 lesson learned
It would appear when determining velocity of .44 spl, a chronograph is unnecessary. A stopwatch would be adequate.
Rory Gallagherfan I don’t know why anyone would choose 5 shots of this over 6 of .357.
@@kftc1980
People having a disability, arthritis/hand injury, ammo for the wife...many reasons.
Meet .44 spl, the slower, fatter, older brother of .45 acp.
Grizzly must have fired it out of a rifle barrel to get it moving that fast.
At 4:23 You can actually SEE the bullet in flight!
Paul: I'm not saying YOU should build a meat man to test the expansion of your stuff, I'm just saying that I do.
Ok here we have number 3 natural casing hotdogs to simulate penile strength, two skinless grapes to simulate nut tissue and a strip of natural wolf pelt to simulate pubic hair
@@sunnyztmoney omg I love you. You should do that and make a caveat of Paul. I'm sure he would give it a thumbs up.
If you use bullets that enter , exit and crush everything between entry and exit , expansion is not necessary.
@@GeorgiaRidgerunner omg you win.
sunnyztmoney
That actually made me bust out in a laugh. Nice one 🤣👍 especially because I read it in Paul’s voice 🤣🤣
Since your feud with Gun Nuts started I've been watching a lot of Massad Ayoob's instructional videos and I have to say honestly, I don't find his videos any more instructional than yours. I think your vids are exceptional. I know you don't exhibit near the vulgarity that he does even in the presence of ladies in his classroom environment. Keep up the good work. Paul Harrell for NRA president !!
I watched the one on reloading extractors. WTF is Caleb talking about? We know he misled regarding Paul's videos, he did the same with his. He emphasized hitting it to drive it out.
Why stop at the NRA? Paul 2020. Free meat targets for all.
I've watched a few Massad videos. I don't like his style but that's not the point, all Paul is saying is he considers Massad "legit". To me that makes Massad legit, at leat in terms of veracity. Doesn't make I ENJOY his work, whereas I really like Paul's stuff.
We need somebody with common sense like Paul to lead the NRA
That's a great idea.
I have never seen someone present firearms information in such an incredibly unbiased, informational, and informed way. The videos that you make are an astounding accomplishment among so many others, and have given me a plethora of things to mull over, while avoiding the unimportant micro-criticisms of many other channels and videos. You get broad points across in incredible detail with functional testing, and it's great to see. Thank you for the content you produce.
Paul says " I'm not trying give you any advice"... me: grab my pad and write everything down.
His advice is on *process.*
The way he rattles off ammo and gun specs is hilarious ❤️ it’s like it’s all one word.
I Love Hornady Critical Duty!
I am a Federal HST person.
They both work great in most offerings. The price is sometimes disturbing...
Hornady Critical Duty is great stuff. I’d feel just fine with that in my gun, but I got a case of 9mm HST for $400.
"This ammunition was a no go at this station"
....no go at this station....
....no go at this station....
*Candidate, you are a no-go at this station. Move to the back of the line for re-training and re-testing*
This dude just unlocked a repressed memory of EIB qualifications from my Army days...
Ready on the left? Ready on the right? Ready on the firing line. Shooters, lock and load one 30 round magazine,and..watch..your lane!
(Will expand in intended target => will expand in water jug) = (won't expand in water jug => won't expand in intended target). I feel like this deserves a shout out for its correct use of logical implications.
Another great video from the man the legend Paul Harrell!!!
The man. The myth. The legend.
Thanks for throwing us the "Step 5" bone, Paul!
02:05 - I really love how Paul encourages us to go buy stuff in small local stores instead of buying things online, esp. on Amazon, unlike most TH-camrs who spam us with their affiliate links.
Damn from 442k to 488k followers?
Looks like Caleb spiked Paul’s popularity curve!
Oh yeah, PH is back:) And I'm a handgun owner finally. The most important points to me were 1 and 2, reproduce-ability, and accuracy.
Being forced to not work right now I am definitely testing positive for beer.
Boet, you are a mamba!
This is Very High Praise South African style.
Possibly, THE highest.
I have been shooting for some 50 years, hunting, for sport, and in anger in the South African Police.
I thought that I knew a thing or two.
Fact: I have never finished viewing one of your videos, without learning something worthwhile.
Thank you for delivering an even handed, responsible and very informative presentation every time.
Respect!
always covers the subject and hits the nail on the head. "You be the judge." I think it's a clear demonstration.
4:21 The camera actually caught the bullet in flight
Put the playback speed at 0.25x, helps and amazing to watch
I saw that too. I wasn't surprise at the 706 fps after that.
That was cool! I thought it was a smudge from some errant bee or something.
Great catch!
@@user-td1zo3tv9p A very agree carpenter bee!!!
"Pro wrester meat target" - had me laugh out loud enough to wake up my upstairs neighbor's cat :-D
I laughed hard enough I swear my boomer parents are probably going to ask me "WhAt'S sO fUnNy SoN"
and if I tell them they're gonna be confused as fuck
My day was seriously lacking in caveats. Thank goodness for a new PH video.
Practical instruction from a practical man of integrity. Goes in my deep long term memory cache.
Always a pleasure watching your videos. Another great presentation!
In the .44 special loading I personally have had great results with the 200 grain Speer Gold Dot Blazer load. It preforms well in the Charter Arms Bulldog and the Ruger Super Blackhawk.
I've watched a ton of your videos, and for the first time ever, I saw an ad! Congratulations.
Paul thanks again for yet another great video. It sure is nice having something interesting to watch during this whole beer crisis.
So as I understand, everything you've said here today should be construed as both a recommendation AND a tutorial. ;D
Thin skinned milk jugs (like the one paul uses here), have been a standard testing component for me for decades, glad to see that others like Paul view them as a viable initial test medium as well. And "initial" is just that. Of the criteria I have for my own testing, (and this is not meant as a tutorial or me giving you. . .) well, you know. I've never been one to justify the expense of time and money in using ballistic gel. But, I do get a very good idea of how a round is going to perform when I step up from the flimsy jug skin to a thin walled plastic 5 gal. bucket filled with water and the lid snapped firmly down in place. The wall of the bucket tends to resist splitting as quickly as the plastic jug, it does not flex or give as easily from it's normal shape which leads me to believe that lends itself to allowing the water inside to retain a greater resistance level to compression for a extra instant or so. If results look promising, I move on to using the ammo on the incidental farm pests that require being dealt with and observe the results from that. And obviously, accuracy is always the first test as well, without that, it's just emergency standby junk. Great video Sir!! Hope you can continue to dodge the "beer" brushfire that's playing pure hob with the world!!
I mean, thin-skinned water jugs is pretty much what the intended target *points to self* is.
Plastic water jugs serve very well as a consistent test medium and can be reproduced most any where in the world. The H2O test is as fair for projectile expansion as has ever been fabricated for the purpose comparing terminal ballistics performance. For fans of using ballistic jello, there is a wide variation of densities available. For this reason, the use of water jugs is as an objective and can be replicated under a range of conditions is one that serves quite well. Although not as entertaining as the meat target, it serves to demonstrate hydrostatic shock.
Iv been having a shit day, and listening to Paul calms me down. Thanks Paul!
Paul, watching your videos makes me Happy.
Excellent presention as always Mr. Harrell! Very interesting , eagerly awaiting the next video guys 👍 stay safe and God bless 🇺🇸 🇺🇸🇺🇸!!!
I've seen this suggested in the comments before but "this comes with a few caveats" really needs to be made into a tshirt.
Also, "So how'd we do?"
I never thought I would want someone to merchandise......but I want Paul Harrell saying t-shirts...rofl.
Underwood should make a Paul Harrell tribute ammo: “Extreme Caveatator”
@@paulfairfield4514 I've got two of his shirts. "I'm what you'd call a professional," and "You be the judge."
I absolutely love that plaid jacket shot scene in the opening, together with the music ... it's just ... is.
Beer still has our city locked down. No restaurants, movies, even the range is closed. Thanks Paul for keeping up the videos.
"Tedious presentation?" We'll be the judge.
I prefer the Governor
I NEVER find them tedious.
More important than feet per second, more important than how many inches of ballistic gel a round goes through, I want a round that goes bang every single time.
Wow, where have you been getting duds?! Bad reloads?!
@@roryross3878 Not all primers are created equal. Hard primers may make a particular combination of gun and ammo unreliable. In tuned CAS guns that seems to be a real issue but light primer strikes can affect other guns too. I have seen that on the range occassionally.
If you use an autloader, the ammo also needs to cycle and feed reliably.
Somehow it can be implied that carry ammo should work with the carry gun.
I am glad to watch new material while the beer runs rampant. Semper Fidelis Paul!
I've watched every single Paul Harrell video! SO GLAD TO HAVE A NEW ONE!!!
I guess you could say that beer "beefed up" the meat target.
oh snap
Nice profile picture
I’m a simple man. When Paul Harrell uploads, I like the video.
Too be sure, that particular .44 Spl. load by grizzly was most likely within standard pressure range; @15,500 ft/lbs. The ft/sec velocity shown on the package could of been estimated for guns with 6-7" barrel lengths. As you presented in your .44 Spl. video a while ago, there are more powerful and effective factory rounds available on the market. The Special .44 shines in hand loads as proven by Elmer Keith, who may have enjoyed the 3" Ruger had it been around during his lifetime. He had a preference for 4" handguns for a variety of applications. Mr. H., thank you for showing subscribers your methodology of ammo selection. It goes into my YT library for future reference. Stay healthy.
Paul, you're my #2 hero after Jerry miculek. Tysvm for your thoroughness, humor, and real world applicability. You rock bro, semper fidelis!
I still gotta find a checkered sport coat like the one in the intro. I think it would help me sell a lot more used cars.
Last time I saw one of those it was in a charity shop, looking like it was worn once only!
I have still yet to find the video that the jacket clip is from. Anyone happen to know?
“Used Cars” - great Kurt Russell movie. Wears the checkered coat well.
Makes me think of Herb Tarlek (WKRP for those too young to remember!)
@@oldfilmguy9413 -- Regretfully, no, I am not too young. :( Herb would call Paul 'Big Guy'.
* Stops watching a P H video....to Watch a P H video...* 😆👍🏻
That happens over here from time to time too.
Same here
When Paul knocks, you Gotta open the door! 👍🏻
The beer issue has ensured I've had time to rewatch a lot of PH videos.
@@excollector9963 And it beats MOST of the crap on tv! 👍🏻
Paul, thanks for the videos. Yall were good company during this whole “stay at home” thing.
As a cattle hauler I appreciate your business.
Thanks for the legal advice and recommendations!
Ha, MegaLow-Mart! There's a subtle reference. 😁
Apparently Paul has been to Arlan to visit Hank! 😉👍🏻
From this side of the Pond Paul where our firearms laws are extremely strict, to the point where an ordinary law abiding citizen might as well forget about owning one, I love watching your videos, informative and very entertaining. In fact I think an hour long video on your observations of watching paint dry would be a success. With of course the usual caveats!
Keep safe and sane over there.
Two videos from Paul Harrell to spend the weekend, is the only good thing about all of this beer issue.
Speaking of Critical Defense, I just got the new Critical Defense in .327 Federal Magnum. I can't wait to see what results I get in my LCR 1.875" revolver.
Can't wait to see that test!
I just got a Ruger in 327 3 inch barrel a couple months ago. Absolutely love that revolver.
Let us all know how the test goes... I love my S&W 62 in 3" for EDC. And HCD ammo is one of my preferred brands. Didn't know I could get it in .327 now. This
4:24 you can actually see the bullet travelling on 1x speed !
800 fps or less I can see them with my eyes if Im the shooter.
Incandescent light bulbs flicker on and off sometimes.
Maddening.
Great presentation as always Paul. I hope you and yours are well and safe during this "Beer" crisis.
Paul, I love your sense of humor AND your informed and 'qualified' opinions.
The beer issue relates to 1st. I come back to your videos to see/hear what you say. Don't always agree, but you are worthy of attention and consideration.
Please keep up the good work
Watching these videos is a great way to get through your China Beer.
Ken Rihanek yes, I wanna see a bottle of Tsingtao next time.
Posted 19 seconds ago? Immediately hit play.
YEP!
Thank you Mr. Harrell. I am thankful to my friend for introducing me to your education. God bless you.
I like Paul’s videos and sense of humor. He’s what you call a professional. I will buy him a beer if we ever meet.
Great 5-step test process!
Thank you!
Stay 6 feet away from people and wear a muzzle in public. Stay sober and don’t get the beer!
We need some Paul Harrell merch T-shirts with the MEAT TARGET on them!
Annnnd..."You be the judge!"
@@TommyJeckel -- Know that anyone you meet in public while wearing the shirt who knows what it means, and approves, is a friend.
Should be worn with a leather jacket.
@@gregb6469 Exactly!
Nah. Just a black t-shirt with white print of the words "MEAT TARGET" on the chest, "You Be The Judge" across the back of the shoulders, and nothing else.
Another great video from the master. Thank you, sir!
Hey Paul hope all is well. Thank you for all the great info always.
I'm thinking of moving to the hst in 9mm for carry. I need to put a process in place for this type of thing.
Edit:
1. Reproducability:
I'd say availability, but it's a good point that I've never considered since I only shoot 9mm now.
2. Accuracy
Ashamed to say have never done this
3. Chronograph
Maybe when I can afford one! Goal for the future.
4. Water jug
Great idea to see whether or not further testing is warranted when on a budget.
5. Meat target
Love the idea, but I'd use clear ballistics gel for convenience when I have the money.
Thanks Paul for sharing!
The nice thing about this meat target setup is it simulates hitting flesh, muscle, bone, and clothing pretty well. I havent seen gel that can quite match that. I know it can simulate wound cavity, but as we saw in this video ribs and clothing can play a major factor in penetration/damage. While I'm not saying this is the end all be all way to test ammo, I enjoy seeing it stack up with other mediums since it can offer a "real world" simulation . If you only intend on shooting paper, its relatively useless but entertaining. If you plan on carrying and defending, it can steer you away from hype and get you down a solid road
✌
@el Guapo I still use FMJ for the range practice, but my sights are adjusted for my carry ammo. At the end of every range session I shoot 1 or 2 magazines of my carry ammo to verify my sights are still correct and to remind myself what the recoil of it feels like compared to the softer shooting FMJ range ammo.
@@michaelsorenson3887 when you melt the gel back down for reuse you can put bones in it. When we poured it back into the pan / mold I used a dozen pork ribs tied with floss and knotted and attached to the grates in my outside fridge. Cut the floss when it firmed up a bit. If you use Clear ballistic gel I wouldn't recommend doing this after a couple remelts. But when it's towards the end of its life it's the perfect time to wreck it.
Wait, oh no, what have you done with Paul. You did not say “like a ballistic tip”. End times.
I noticed that too.
Truly the Beerpocalypse is upon us.
Ballistic tip ammo is not designed nor reliable for close range. It's designed for long range. Got it?
@@erikperrott7302 ...That's a joke, right? I might be with you if you were talking about accuracy at long range, then I could imagine that a ballistic tip would provide better aerodynamics, but if you're talking about being meant for expansion at long range instead of close... buddy, there's this little thing called the laws of physics...
@@erikperrott7302 Paul always says "like a ballistic tip" when describing Hornady Critical Defense/Duty rounds, *like* a ballistic tip. He didn't describe them this time.
I don't know about you, but I think there are 488k people I'd enjoy hanging out with. As much as I love Paul's channel, I love reading the comments just as much. Paul needs to schedule a little event when we are free to roam again.
Thanks for the video!
I agree that water jugs are the more plentiful and less expensive tool for holding water for the water jug testing. For myself, there's something about a cardboard carton like a milk carton. When I was a little kid, my aunt had a double-barreled BB gun, and when she let me shoot, she filled an empty milk carton with water for me. Seeing the water flowing out of those holes was a great thrill for me at six years old, and I still get a bit of a nostalgic feeling from shooting a cardboard carton filled with water. I don't drink milk much, but I like to buy Goldfish crackers in the big cartons. Those cartons will hold water, and I once shot my replica Remington New Model into a Goldfish carton filled with water. I was shooting a .454" ball, and I got a perfect flattening of the ball. The final diameter was over and inch. I think I had about 90% or 95% weight retention. I have some empty cartons. I need to fill them with water and shoot them soon.
Beer with TP coozy would be an almost perfect analog for the situation!
Okay, that coozy got a laugh!
Had to pull over in a gas station to watch this.
This is the way.
Paul, Wow man, Thanks a Lot for putting together this process you use for ammo selection. I was binging on your videos yesterday and was asking myself "How would I go about determining which ammo to put into these Mil-Surps I have been accumulating recently? Ever since we have been put on 'lockdown'. " Anyone else out there having this "problem" (tongue in cheek now. don't get weird on me.) Again I say Thank You Paul for the information you share with all of us. Please do not stop.
Todays presentation gave us a sliver of insight into paul's methodology, how cool!
Mega-Lo-Mart....I'll tell you hawhut!
Rodney Farva right after I tell ya bout these propane and propane accessories 😂
Point Six: The scariest words anyone can imagine hearing, Paul Harrell saying "HALT!"
Actually, it's "HALT! HALT! HALT!' --followed by a gunshot. ;-) Standard MP stuff.
The command 'HALT' would be followed by the description of the hearer's expected condition henceforth: '... and LAME!'
bang halt oopsie
Just yell back, "thunder!"
Great job Paul! Love the careful explanations for the intellectually challenged who feel obligated to nit pick. Keep up the great work!
I just watched this presentation to here Mr.Harrell say the world beer and smile as i said yes ill call it beer back out of respect for Paul Harrell. I love that guy.