This is a more comprehensive test than the Banana Ballistics video to which I had previously linked in that the host of this video tests a great variety of .22 LR in addition to the .21 Sharp load. But in this test, the .21 Sharp penetrated clear ballistic gelatin to roughly 50 inches with little or no disruption of the gel. Not exactly what you want in a load intended for hunting squirrels or rabbits. Conversely, the .22 LR rounds stayed in the first block and appeared to cause considerably more damage relative to the .21 Sharp. I guess the .21 Sharp is intended for those jurisdictions prohibiting the use of lead ammo, but it seems a poor substitute for .22 LR from what I'm seeing.
VIDEO: " .21 SHARP vs .22 Long Rifle GEL TEST ( VERY Surprising Results! )"
The Turkey's Opinion
Hey! Exactly what I was looking for, and some very interesting results indeed; not just for the 21 Sharp, but several others!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait until the other rounds become available for the 21. I for one, hope there's enough interest to make this a permanent round. I think it makes a lot of sense. It is also definitely a potentially accurate round, not having the heeled bullet design. Thanks for the video.
Target shooting seems to be what it does best, but maybe some different bullet designs will make it a more viable load for taking small game.
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