Elmer Keith's ka-BOOM
This video delves into a historical firearm incident involving Elmer Keith, a renowned figure in firearms history. The content focuses on a catastrophic "ka-BOOM" event from 1923, where Keith, as a beginner, experienced a gun explosion due to dangerously overloaded handloads. The video showcases remnants of the exploded cylinder, offering a tangible link to this early, and hazardous, learning experience. It aims to extract valuable lessons from this incident, providing insights for viewers interested in firearms history, reloading, and the inherent dangers of improper ammunition handling.











