Would a Riot Shield Save Your Life?

The host introduces the ballistic dummy named Gilly and describes the materials used, like corn syrup to simulate blood. The aim is to test if a riot shield can save someone from arrows and bullets.

The first test involves shooting a 20 lb compound bow with a broadhead at the shield. The arrow leaves a minor dent but doesn't penetrate.

A more powerful 70 lb bow leaves the dummy injured as the broadhead penetrates the shield and comes close to the dummy.

The .22 caliber rifle penetrates through one shield and the dummy, indicating significant vulnerability.

Tests with .380 and 9mm bullets reveal both can penetrate multiple shields, with the 9mm being slightly more powerful.

The 450 Bushmaster easily pierces through all seven shields and the dummy, showing its devastating power.

Using a 12-gauge shotgun, the shield remains intact, but the force creates a large dent, illustrating the impact magnitude.

The .50 Caliber test is performed twice. The first shot is inaccurate, but it still causes extensive damage. The second precise shot shows the .50 Cal can easily penetrate everything, leaving the dummy and shields devastated.