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Short-form technical briefs on new weapons, ammunition, and penetration data added to the BallisticEngine database.
2026
Aug2026
Wilson Combat Bulwark — a 1911 Trigger on a Modern 9mm CCW
Internal hammer, 1911-style sliding trigger, premium fit — we ran the 124gr JHP defensive load through the penetration engine.
Aug2026
FN ARKA STD — SCAR Internals on an AR-15 Lower
FN's short-stroke piston system meets the standard AR-15 pattern. Penetration test with 5.56 62gr FMJ through drywall.
Aug2026
Chiappa SA 1873 Black Thunder 5.5" — Budget Single-Action .44 Mag
A single-action .44 Magnum revolver priced well under the Ruger Redhawk. We tested 240gr JHP against drywall at 3 yards.