Is shooting through a coat pocket just like the movies? In the latest video in the “Roy’s Insider Tips” series, American Handgunner Publisher Roy Huntington takes a look at how effective and practical it would be to shoot a revolver and a semi-auto pistol through a coat pocket.
“This is one of those ‘Don’t try this at home’ videos, but like the TV show ‘Mythbusters’, now and again we try to debunk shooting myths or simply see if commonly accepted ideas about gun lore are really true,” Roy explains. “The concept of shooting through a coat pocket is something seen in movies, but we wondered what happens in the real world!”
In a very controlled and safe environment, Roy relies on years of experience and professional training to show viewers what actually occurs when real guns and real ammo meet the inside of a coat pocket. A bonus test shows what happens when a revolver is fired from inside a purse as well.
“We don’t advocate this, but you can see the potential — what might or might not happen,” Roy says. “Should you ever be in a dire situation, you now have some idea what to expect: your gun may malfunction, you may get one good shot, and there’s a possibility the pressure of the gun against the coat pocket will force the gun through the hole — tying up one arm while you’re in the fight.”
The popular “Roy’s Insider Tips” videos are in response to FMG Publications reader questions, ideas and challenges. If you would like a question answered or have a good idea for a video, drop Huntington a note at editor@americanhandgunner.com. To watch other videos in the “Roy’s Insider Tips” series, visit www.americanhandgunner.com/insider-tips.
