The BOTFLY- A very ACCURATE 12ga Shotgun Slug

[@beauleidig8670]

Jeff I for one would like to thank you for testing smooth bore so frequently. I, like most shotgun owners, only have a smooth bore and am always interested in the results of your tests. You and the rest of the crew always do a bang up job, and I haven't missed a single one of your videos since discovering your channel. Thanks for all your hard work.

[@taofledermaus]

thanks for the kind words

[@nothingsurprisesmeanymore]

Here in the UK we can only have smooth bores but it's kind of irrelevant anyway as we can't have slugs or oo buckshot anyway it's just bird shot and that's it.

[@ZMAN_420]

​@@nothingsurprisesmeanymore Realy, I did not know that. I'm from 🇺🇲 here if you have the $$$ and get approved you can buy full auto, suppressors, .50 B.M.G. Rifles, except in California it's, .460 I think instead of .50 caliber. You can shoot planes down with those rounds. I'm suprised no terrorists have tried that yet. It could be a good thing also our country 🇺🇲has only had 200+ Mass shootings this year alone so far. They define mass shootings as 4 or 5 or more I lost track ppl getting shot same perp, or group of perps same location. It's scary at times here im not law enforcement though.

[@yewtreefire]

You can have a 50 in CA just requires a bit of paper work or if it's single shot I think it is OK. Don't quote me on it but I know people that have them. You can't shoot them on a public range though

[@ZMAN_420]

@@yewtreefire Look up the .50 CALIBER BMG RIFLE ACT OF 2004, for California. They found those Rifles to be a terrorist threat. That's what it says. I'm not talking about .50 caliber A.E. pistol rounds. .50 Caliber BMG.

[@hallofo8107]

I was once in the camp of "spinny-rifling is always better" until your channel educated me some time ago. I'm glad OG is still doing regular seances with Danny to improve his accuracy!

[@taofledermaus]

thanks

[@sluggou812beotch]

The is a time a and a place for everything. I use the Svarog Italians with the Special Wad in my rifled bore and drill the same hole at 50 yds, 4"group at 100 yds. I shot a deer with a botfly last year and it was overkill and messy. These non segmented botflys look perfect for whitetail.

[@MrJudder413]

I love how exciting you guys get when stuff works right off the bat. Some serious power in those. With no spin they look so cool in slowmo like a knuckelball.. side note I Like the guests but nothing beats a Jeff and O.G video ❤.

[@ajtoofly7315]

You not lying man. Nothing is better than the OG and Jeff duo

[@sirfer6969]

Amen, brother

[@richiet6381]

TOTALLY

[@rocknepoovey4381]

Excited

[@taofledermaus]

Nothing is worse than when a slug (Brenneke super sabots for example) fail and can't hit anything.

[@FortuneCookie45LC]

Jeff - The Botfly type molds we have do not have the middle driving band; only the top and bottom bands. I like these Goodell three banded Botflys much better than the ones we have casted. Another excellent TAOFLEDERMAUS video... Thanks to you and OG... Steve

[@taofledermaus]

Have you messed with those BPGS gas seals before?

[@michaelsinclair7253]

@@taofledermaus Many of us have. They help with obturation and with strengthening the base of a wad to prevent deformation that would usually allow gas to escape past the wad, resulting in uneven pressure behind the payload. They’re cheap as well. A bag of 500 costs very little.

[@BigPhilsSaws]

Fortunecookie!!!!!!

[@mesauer]

The antics of that gel block when the slug passed through tells me the block saw an impressive amount of energy transferred to it. Granted it could have been more with proper expansion, but that temporary cavity was very impressive!

[@SurvivalRussia]

Yeah, those slugs are beasts! "Armored nipple ring...." Liked of course and made it that far :) Cheers guys.

[@Justasmalltownokie]

Very impressive slug! That shot against the jugs at 50 & 60 yards was incredible both for the luck and showing off how straight it was still flying after oassing through that first one.

[@taofledermaus]

thanks!

[@killcrazyvegan]

@@taofledermaus hey guys is there a shockwave wake after the 50 yard jug? The fact that it’s still over 1100fps at 40 yards is impressive.

[@k1j2f30]

On the 50 yard shot, at 17:06, the slug goes through the 50 yd jug, the 60 yd jug, and (about 2 seconds from hitting the 50 yd jug) it hits the side of a tree in what looks like a completely straight course from the shotgun to the tree! That tree must be about 80 to 100 yards away! That is really impressive, wow!!

[@azmanabdula]

Its like a musket shot

[@ss181292]

It just shows, that the slug is still very deadly after hitting a target. Not good 🙁

[@SA-yz3kj]

Sounds like someone has some digging to do 😊

[@jeremyvanderpool968]

​@@ss181292 ehh that depends on application.

[@martinh1437]

​@@ss181292 if there are a few bad guys standimg in your hall way its perfect

[@GarGhuul]

Good to see OG again. Nothing against the temps, but it just seems better this way.

[@TekedixXx]

Fun fact about the soap and water for flies. The soap lowers the surface tension of water, and it also has a similar effect on the carapace of insects. Basically messes with the carapace and turns it to goo, and causes the inside liquid to become outside liquid.

[@STEVE_C_1369]

Interesting slug.The effect on the gel was interesting as well.That kind of pressure on internals of a deer would be frightful.

[@TippyHippy]

I put my hamster in a sock and slammed it against the furniture

[@STEVE_C_1369]

@@TippyHippy And your fate will be no less cruel.

[@Sniperboy5551]

I don’t think that deer would be frightened for long

[@STEVE_C_1369]

@@Sniperboy5551 I didnt mean it in reference to the deers emotion.I meant the huge rapid expansion of the wound channel would creat such shock to the animal that the kill would be very sudden. BUT,LOL..I liked your take on my comment none the less.In fact,your comment was ,to the point,truthful and fact,LOL.👍😉

[@brown2889]

Pre-tenderizing rounds😂😂😂😂

[@andrewdobosz3682]

Thanks for everything guys. Really appreciate the channel and all the work that goes into it. Entertaining and educational as always

[@taofledermaus]

thanks

[@A-Negative]

What you guys need is a tarp to help keep the shotguns clean when they fall off the table. Tarps make everything more better and more accurate- like rifling.

[@jeffs7573]

I disagree, what they need to do is not leave the gun in an unsupported position where the littlest nudge will put it on the ground and damage the sites. I never leave my gun on the bench/table like that, I lay it down because I don’t want what happened in the video to happen to me.

[@zyeborm]

@@jeffs7573 wow I don't think I've ever met someone so immune to sarcasm before

[@brucefrye8799]

I loved this video! Thank for including the loading powder weight. I think I'm going to try and load some for myself and looking forward to testing this one

[@u.e.u.e.]

The hit on the tomato can was impressive! 😃👍

[@brianmarshall1762]

Can we all just take a moment and appreciate OG’s aim at 8:20. That was one epically hard shot to make.

[@OGsDangerShow]

Grassyus. 🙏

[@B4Ctom1]

The barrel was so wiggly and then he settled in and was rock solid.

[@JettBlast]

Another great round & productive test session. Thank you Jeff and OG for the hard work and your fun humor. Your channels are a visit every couple days for viewing for me... great content evrryone!

[@taofledermaus]

thank you!

[@jonbridge8064]

Impressive slug accuracy & OG's back with the finger waggle!

[@ZMAN_420]

I'm also suprised how acurate the projectiles turned out too be. Jeff, O.G. great video! 👍🏻🇺🇲

[@taofledermaus]

thanks!

[@SgtAl]

That slug would be an awesome deer load. Almost rifle accuracy out of a smooth bore, amazing.

[@jeffslaven]

Wow! What a great slug! And Gregg is an absolute surgeon with the shotgun. Great video guys!

[@taofledermaus]

thanks

[@noahcount7132]

OG's red dot sight torture test was nearly as impressive as the hard-hitting, flight-stable Botfly slug! They each deserve a thumbs up! 👍👍

[@bubbajenkins123]

I got infested with botflies once. The larvae grow underneath your skin and you have to pull them out of your flesh. It’s pretty awful.

[@PhilieBlunt666]

I've seen several videos of dogs having those removed and they are absolutely horrifying! 😳

[@HarryPotter-dl3kb]

I'd barf

[@robbledot7290]

Where do you live, Bolivia??

[@righty-o3585]

Yeah I've seen videos. They are not for sensitive people

[@bubbajenkins123]

@@robbledot7290 this was in eastern Costa Rica

[@houstonbaxter5537]

That was so awesome! OG hit both targets, and you called it!

[@alphadash8861]

Pressing the trigger harder makes it more accurate? Really? I thought you did that to make the slug go further... Excellent vid as per normal guys!

[@samael4550]

Well it causes a higher velocity so it makes it go further AND more accurate 👍🏻 hope that helps

[@Jeff.78]

Across the pond, in that place with sand and angry camel riders who call us names, they hold their thumb on the forward assist cuz it's the "sniper button"🤫

[@thelamb288]

I have had years of pleasure watching the channel, from when Danny was with you and OG, right up to the new guest shooters you have on. Hopefully, many more years to come. Cheers.

[@coldandaloof7166]

Very nice, I grew up using foster slugs to hunt deer with and it was always interesting. I made some longer shots with the longest being 90 yds on a big doe. Finding the right brand that groups with your smooth bore gun is always key. I switched to a muzzle loader for better accuracy and longer range when I was in my 20's and didn't change till I was 40 when they made straight walled cartridges legal.

[@craigbraswell4269]

Wow, as project farm would say, VERY IMPRESSIVE! That has to be one of the most accurate loads tested to date. I would buy those for sure if I loaded shotshells.

[@MisterGames]

Woohoo Project Farm is a great channel.

[@ronin47-ThorstenFrank]

Did you mean US, British, Imperial or European school busses? I´m a bit confused now. Impressive shooting skills from Greg again. And I was surprised how precise the slugs were. Great video, as always, Jeff.

[@martinkavanagh196]

@dylan6131 Is that an official US standard METRIC bus or the lesser 'Imperial common' bus?

[@RekySai]

I would be more impressed if an American could convert yards into feet let alone meters

[@Jeff.78]

@@RekySai 1 yard equals 3 feet...A football field is 100 yards or 300 ft. Perhaps you meant something else? Edit: A yardstick is 3 feet and can be found in your gramas closet next to her ironing board.

[@taofledermaus]

We do it all the time

[@toejamr1]

When talking about guns and schools you can assume it’s American.

[@vincedibona4687]

The double-water-jug shot was awesome. Nice shooting, Tex OG!

[@OGsDangerShow]

Thanks Vince!

[@Leverguns50]

This is a great video as always, those slugs are well worth the money

[@taofledermaus]

thank you!

[@cycoholic]

Greg was on point! Well, up to when he bumped the shotgun and it fell off the table. Those rounds are amazingly accurate out of the smooth bore. And the wound cavity in the gel was scary!

[@dimoichi5841]

I quite like those slugs. Once OG was dialed in again, the slugs were highly impressive. Can't wait until they become available.

[@milesstover3724]

great margins on the 50yd jug Greg. good shooting & Danny would be proud

[@jimachain]

What a great round!!! OG definitely got the best of it and made it shine. Excellent video!

[@taofledermaus]

thanks Juan

[@Fister_of_Muppets]

Damn good accuracy with those. Always good to see OG shooting, love his humor.

[@jamescardwell3254]

Another great video guys those botfly slugs are crazy accurate. I don't know if I've ever seen a slug fly that true it would be a great big game slug, very impressive

[@B.R.B.69]

Great work boys! Another epic slug for the smooth bore! There's nothing like the dynamic duo of Jeff and O.G.!

[@taofledermaus]

thank you!

[@deweyharmon4666]

Absolutely perfect Shot O.G!💪👊💥 Your still the best, thank you Jeff for the GREAT cinematography, 🤔😳 thank you guys for another great memory...

[@taofledermaus]

thanks Dewey!

[@joshjones3408]

One thing I haven't seen is a JB weld molded slug you could Make any shape you wanted...an depending on how you mix it up you could get deffent weights an density just putting it out there great video 👍👍

[@MrMattmay79]

Is there anything better than OG back in a 22 minute!! Video

[@TheSleepingonit]

Sex

[@FuzzyWCTX]

Not OG dancing! Ahhhhhhhhh!

[@jamesortiz5388]

Like butter on toast.

[@jesscobb2279]

Damn fine slugs and shooting. I love shooting 12g slugs and these are impressive. Good on Greg for making on the spot adjustments. Super sick video.

[@taofledermaus]

thanks Jess

[@jesscobb2279]

@@taofledermaus thank you for all the great content and knowledge. I've been a fan for a real long time. You're stuff never gets old. Ever!

[@dwayneendress7827]

Great shooting Greg.

[@mike5805]

Ive gotta say, my dad was a gunsmith for 50 + years and i have never seen a slug that accurate except for Active 1 and a quarter ounce slug. Through my 1100 with a slug barrel, open sights my dad shot 5 rounds at 75 yards and had a 4 inch group. I worked at Active industries a long time ago and their testers couldnt shoot that good. Great job Greg. Keep the videos coming and be safe. As my dad would say, "keep your powder dry".

[@peterpowers4851]

Great video guys! That is an amazing slug, I would buy it without hesitation.

[@billynomates920]

they perform perfectly

[@recklessroges]

OG channelling the spirit of Danny! Such accuracy. Good shooting. Thanks Greg.

[@6Twisted]

I wanna see the damage difference at different ranges ending off with something crazy like 200+ yards.

[@Jeff.78]

At 200 it may become mortar fire🙃

[@taofledermaus]

We'd probably need about 100 slugs to practice with to land a lucky 200 yard gel shot lol

[@Sniperboy5551]

@taofledermaus I have confidence in you and OG, I think he’d be able to hit it in 10 shots

[@MyLonewolf25]

100m is about the max effective range of a shotgun slug. The velocity difference is very minimal from the muzzle to 100m

[@MyLonewolf25]

Assuming 1400fps at the muzzle and .100 bc (a literal brick a slug would very well have closer to .150 .170) worst case scenario a 450 grain slug at 100 yards is just barely under subsonic 1020 fps. 200 yrd. It’s doing 850 fps (standard 230 grain 45aarp ball speeds but double the mass) and at 400 it’s doing a paltry 650 fps Funny enough with a 2” HOB and 25 yrd zero at 100 yrd you’re hitting 5” low and only 38” low at 200 For giggles you’d be hitting about 260” low at 400

[@billbuchanan3972]

Can't believe this channel has been on as long as it has and I'm just recently finding it ! Great stuff 👏

[@taofledermaus]

thank you Bill!!

[@CharlesRTinsley]

As always, great video, really hood info, and our favorite OG.

[@taofledermaus]

thanks

[@Madlintelf]

Now that's an impressive slug, never thought OG would get that kind of accuracy, but there it is. Oh, congratulations on it being a boy OG, also your new title is "Lord of the Flies" :) Thanks again for the highly informative and entertaining video you never disappoint folks!

[@MrLobstermeat]

You need to get a bugasalt gun and do a video on which size an type of salt performs best on those flies!!! Some slow mo of flies being blasted would be great!!

[@robertfrapples2472]

We use the KY Flytrap method for BBQ's and other outdoor events. It's basically a big piece of old meat and a roofing torch.

[@CS-oe8og]

Officer Greg was surgical with that smooth bore!

[@larryking606]

Hey Greg , That Botfly Slug is really One hard hitting thing ! Also OF is a great Marksman ! Take Care and Be Safe !

[@taofledermaus]

thanks Larry

[@larryking606]

👍🏻

[@coffee8866]

This is a wonderful channel. Both of you are informative and entertaining.

[@taofledermaus]

thank you!@!@

[@imajusayit]

Great show, as always. Long time viewer, keep up the amazing work OG, Jeff, and all that work so hard to bring us information. It's greatly appreciated. RIP Danny.

[@taofledermaus]

thank you

[@joey6119]

For a cop you have the best attitude I have ever seen you seam like a real down to eating guy someone anyone could hangout with drink some bear and shoot a bunch of stuff love the humor good peeps

[@GalizurTheSword]

I want a crate full of these rounds

[@bigjohn962]

There are so many armchair physicists out there that know nothing of everything they think they know. I try to stick to what I know for sure, and one thing I know for sure is I love yours and Gregg's channels. Keep it up, not only is it informative it is entertaining and lord knows these days entertainment is needed.

[@nathanblackman1063]

8:26 Slug has not yet made contact and Object of curiosity is visible top left side of the screen. I'm reasonably sure its the additional gas seal. Anyhow, it can't be the can as it wasn't yet hit.

[@nathanblackman1063]

Another additional gas seal visible at 17:35. Bottom left

[@HarryPotter-dl3kb]

I would agree on the gas seal theory

[@taofledermaus]

Yeah, just the BPGS gas seal

[@ChrisSmith-jv3pw]

Beautiful slo mo shot mr. Jeff. And I am very impressed with how accurate OG is. Good job guys keep the content coming!

[@taofledermaus]

thank you Chris

[@ChrisSmith-jv3pw]

@@taofledermaus my pleasure jeff

[@1248dl]

Interesting performance by the slug. Decent expansion and good penetration for heavier beasties, IMHO.

[@jasonleigh4938]

The slo mo shots on this one are brilliant Jeff. Great shooting Gregg. Hi to all 😊

[@taofledermaus]

thanks!

[@thesouldone82]

Love these videos!!

[@stephenedwards5038]

Love your videos! Very impressed and grateful for reestablishment of confidence in smoothbore slug potential!! Love my 12 gauges!!

[@taofledermaus]

thank you

[@Shoota45acp]

Great vid as always! I have seen (probably) all of the videos with the full bore, screw-on type slugs but I don't recall seeing any that were shot through a rifled barrel without the screw. I am curious to see what happens if the slug is allowed to release from the wad after fully engaging the rifling. Perhaps I missed it. It seems to me if the rifling of the barrel provided adequate spin to the slug with the wad only serving to seal and push the slug down the barrel that the projectile would act more like an oversized pistol bullet... I know it's redundant and a hassle, but I miss the lead plate test.

[@taofledermaus]

THey might do ok without the wad if they engage the rifling well

[@harmlesscreationsofthegree1248]

So cool, I like how the double shot made up for the miss. OG’s record is still intact. Mostly 🙂

[@TopCat2021]

Great video, I wonder what that slug would do to the lead block? Thanks for sharing

[@thomashounsome7737]

That is an impressive slug. Great shooting by the way! You guys are entertaining as hell, thanks for the video!

[@taofledermaus]

thank you Thomas

[@Messier87_M87]

OG is having a boy!

[@josiahrickens4556]

Thts how og does it

[@KevinSmith-gh5ze]

Another great video as always. It'd be pretty cool to see a side view, slow motion comparison of how different wad types act under a heavy load as they exit the barrel.

[@deansponenberg8343]

love the content played with 10 gauge black powder as kids

[@jlaf8000]

still loving this channel. you guys are awesome. As a reloader, sometimes I can certainly critique, but you guys keep doing you cuz its great

[@taofledermaus]

thanks

[@jlaf8000]

@@taofledermaus I want to candidly throw out a few things, none of which are to offend. 20gauge, ever consider doing some stuff with them, or is it lack of those platforms perhaps? I ask because I've witnessed their accuracy over distance due to their caliber, rifling, and sabot projectiles... Moving on to 12 ga, I've seen 100yd/meter slug shots with groups under 12", and some as tight as 4", depending on the load, type of slug, etc. Now I'm certain OG can make precision long range shots, so are you just not finding anything capable of those ranges? I ask, because I'm most interested in seeing the limits of 12ga accuracy and distance. After all, I've taken deer with flightcontrol wads and 00 buck upto 60 yds!! It's quite possible. Regardless, again, keep up the fine work and THANK YOU!

[@renefguidijr.631]

All your videos are lots of fun! Did a Tool Maker’s apprenticeship with “Packmyer Gun Works” LA, CA. Starting in 1962, while there did lots of shooting using a tremendous amount of diverse Firearms and Ammo; mostly because the great gunsmiths working there were older guys… and I was a muscular, strong, 20 years old and loved to shoot. Your ‘fun’ videos take me back to those times! -Appreciate the work You do! Thanks. -Oh… I got payed overtime!

[@iduswelton9567]

That slug would make an excellent hog slug - impressive knock down power

[@vvogt4252]

Great Ammo, Fantastic Shooting, Excellent Camera Work. Just Don't get any Better👍

[@VikOlliver]

Well done on the 50/60yd twofer OG! 😊

[@OGsDangerShow]

Thanks Vik.

[@davidcarr7436]

"Welcome to OG's trick shot Show!" Formerly known as "Taofledermaus."

[@KrazyMitchAdventures]

The best part of my week: is a new Taofledermaus Video. I really need to get out with my bang sticks, I have a BNIB Savage A17, that hasn't been out at all, in over a year. I wonder how those slugs would do with the big Aluminum and the LEAD Plate. I miss Danny's lead plate

[@mythoughtsonfaith1031]

that should add some swagger to OGs walk right there

[@SFsc616171]

Thanks guys! I am an old 70ish guy who can't get to a range anymore, the excitement might be too much :) i am fascinated with all the 'doos' that you guys find, and yes, the old geek in me is quite pleased with your voluminous works.

[@taofledermaus]

thank you

[@Jackyoung56]

Jeff & O.G., I just have to say that you guys get better with each new video. I have got to get me some of these slugs. These things could derail a freight train! Stay safe, guys, and keep up the great work.

[@taofledermaus]

thanks James!

[@timothymundy966]

I'm glad KZbin keeps these videos on my feed. I really enjoy this channel

[@taofledermaus]

thank you!

[@jeffjankiewicz5100]

Impressive shooting OG! That slug is amazing

[@Fishcop669]

OG's dance moves at 5:37 got me laughing - clearly having fun while flinging lead! Great shooting also!

[@taofledermaus]

thanks

[@torquemada6781]

for the youtube gods logarithm here my post; silent viewer from germany, knowing that we can´t have all the nice things over here. Still enjoying your videos with your calm voice explaining all the quirks and details.

[@walkercustoms]

That's incredible accuracy. Thank you.

[@earlfreimuth5799]

That slugs accuracy is amazing. Thanks for the great information

[@Dmoonj264]

I'm glad you guys found a shade tree to work under. Very good.

[@taofledermaus]

It's working really well. Beats trying to wrestle with the not-so Easy ups shades.

[@krispytoo12]

The stability of that slug out of a smooth bore is very impressive!!!

[@psyekl]

The shots into the end of the can and at 50 yards were amazing. Impressive slugs! I definitely like the smoothbore-vs-rifled comparisons. As a former M1A2 tanker, I have an affection for smoothbore!

[@taofledermaus]

thanks!

[@wolfgangpelz9516]

You guys are the youtube channel I have followed the longest. The quality of humor and content is simply unparalleled. I cannot explain your humor style to anyone and it really feels like I'm surrounded by idiots because this is the candid entertainment I strive for and holy fuck do that kind of simple jokes and banter go right above the head of the majority. You guys are my beacon of hope in these trying times. I miss Danny, tell his relatives he was a great man for me.

[@HAE777]

Great Target Shooting Officer Greg ! Thanks for all the videos over the years and God Bless You both. Amen

[@taofledermaus]

thanks!

[@thinkingbill1304]

17:05....Both jugs...and a tree in the background! Look close and you'll see a "puff" from the impact. Good stuff as always Jeff & OG!

[@taofledermaus]

Crazy huh?

[@glenpound9353]

Another very cool video! Love watching you guys, my fav channel for sure. Both of you sound like really cool guys, OG makes me laugh all the time. The little dance was pretty comical. Great job. Yall need to get a Mossberg 590-A1, very cool shotgun.

[@taofledermaus]

Thanks Glen. I have a regular 590 but the problem is you can't get aftermarket rifled barrels for it. The 500 is more versatile

[@jamodrummer]

I love your videos. Agreed- nuthin beats a Jeff & OG video.

[@robertfrapples2472]

Looks like my wife is getting a new handbag. She gets a new one ever time I buy a new mold. And I'm buying this mold! Love he accuracy and penetration. I think they would dump a lot more energy if they were a softer alloy. I want to try some in pure lead. Absolutely great video! The chemistry between you two IS your channel.

[@taofledermaus]

sounds like a good partnership

[@PaulLorenzini-ny2yw]

Shopping your store now, long time watcher from the Peoples Republic of Vermont, and an instigator sometimes, thanks Jeff and Greg for the real television!!!!

[@taofledermaus]

thanks Paul!

[@Thegoofyairgunner]

Another good 1. The slugs definitely did what they were asked!! It is definitely cool that y’all read and reply on so many comments even after all this time and you have gotten so many more subs

[@taofledermaus]

thank you!

[@rippertrain]

I have been watching since the beginning of the channel and it just keeps getting better and better!!!

[@daviddeupree7707]

Dude, The OG is the real deal! Thanks 👍 you guys are awesome 👌