.50 BMG Shell exploding OUTSIDE a gun - What Happens?

In this video we see what happens when a .50 bmg round is set off outside the chamber of a gun. Will the brass shell make the bullet travel at a higher velocity and be more dangerous than the shotgun shell? Shotgun shell video: Your $1 donation really helps! Consider supporting us on Patreon. DISCLAIMER: Our videos are strictly for scientific, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Imitation of any acts depicted in these videos is solely AT YOUR OWN RISK.