Videos tagged with Ammunition Quality Control

This video details how to handle defective ammunition discovered after purchase. It emphasizes inspecting individual cartridges, particularly the casing neck, for machine marks or divots. If a defect is found, the primary action is to contact the ammunition manufacturer directly, providing purchase details and lot numbers from the box, as most retailers have a strict 'all sales final' policy on ammunition.

This video discusses identifying and handling ammunition with manufacturing defects, specifically focusing on a triangular divot or 'chain mark' on the case neck. It advises contacting the manufacturer with purchase details and lot numbers for resolution, noting that gun stores typically do not accept ammunition returns. The content highlights that while some cosmetic issues like tarnish are normal, structural defects can impact performance and safety, especially in hunting scenarios.

Massad Ayoob and Bill Wilson, with high authority, discuss the significant legal risks associated with using hand-loaded ammunition for self-defense. They emphasize that factory ammunition provides a crucial advantage in legal proceedings, particularly concerning Gunshot Residue (GSR) testing and the perception of intent by prosecutors. The discussion highlights how hand-loads can complicate forensic analysis and potentially be deemed 'manufactured evidence,' jeopardizing a defendant's case.