Videos tagged with Brass Cased Ammunition

This video compares three common ammunition casing materials: aluminum, brass, and steel. It highlights the significant drawbacks of aluminum casings, noting they can break and cause chamber obstructions requiring difficult removal. Brass is presented as the ideal, though more expensive, option due to its balance of malleability and strength. Steel casings are discussed as a durable but potentially wear-inducing alternative, particularly on firearm extractors.

This video compares the 270 Winchester and the new 277 Fury (6.8x51mm) cartridges, analyzing their ballistic performance through velocity and muzzle energy measurements. The presenter demonstrates that while ballistically similar, the 277 Fury achieves comparable or superior energy levels with shorter cartridges, shorter barrels, and lighter firearms, highlighting the advantages of its high-pressure design.

The video reviews the Colt 6920 as a budget-friendly, mid-tier AR-15 option, suggesting it's a solid choice for those on a budget. The speaker, an 'average Colt 6920 enjoyer,' notes its reliability with brass-cased ammunition but advises caution with steel-cased alternatives. The Colt 6920 is presented as a dependable firearm that performs well for its price point.

This video reviews "cheap" brass-cased 7.62x39 and 9mm ammunition from Belom and New Republic. The reviewer found both brands to be reliable and accurate enough for target shooting and plinking, with acceptable group sizes at 50 and 100 yards when using a red dot sight. The reviewer also highlights good deals available through a membership at Target Sports USA.

This video focuses on 7.62x39mm ammunition, specifically New Republic brand, featuring 124-grain full metal jacket (FMJ) rounds. The title and description clearly identify the caliber, manufacturer, bullet weight, and bullet type, making it highly relevant for individuals interested in this particular ammunition or general 7.62x39mm performance.

This video provides an in-depth review and accuracy test of Norma Tactical 7.62x39 124-grain ammunition, shot from a budget Anderson Manufacturing AR-47. The instructor demonstrates shooting groups at 100 yards and engaging a steel gong at 300 yards, discussing the ammunition's performance relative to its cost and other brands. The review highlights the importance of brass-cased ammunition for AR platforms and its cleaner burning characteristics compared to steel-case alternatives.

This video provides an update on ammunition hunting across various retailers, including Rural King, a local gun shop, and Walmart. The presenter details recent finds and pricing for calibers such as 5.56x45mm NATO, .45 Colt, 6.5 Creedmoor, .410 bore, and .30-30 Winchester. It highlights the current market conditions for ammunition availability and cost, offering insights into good deals and hard-to-find items.

This live Q&A session from Small Arms Solutions covers a wide range of firearms-related topics. The instructor, demonstrating significant expertise, addresses issues with Sig AR pistols, discusses the Chris Vector's ergonomics, and analyzes the potential for 5.56mm round development. He also provides insights into the 300 Blackout cartridge, the PSA KS47's performance, and the Benelli M4 shotgun's combat-proven status. The discussion extends to ammunition quality, manufacturing challenges for retro AR parts, and the debate between nitriding and chrome lining for barrels.

This video provides an initial range impression of the Ruger P95, comparing it to the P89. The reviewer highlights the pistol's double-action/single-action trigger, ambidextrous controls, and overall build quality reminiscent of older Ruger designs. Potential issues with magazine springs and the slide's return to battery are noted, along with observations on steel-cased versus brass-cased ammunition performance.

Elliott Delp reviews Callaway Ballistics' remanufactured 9mm and 5.56 ammunition. He found both to perform well in his testing, noting good reliability and accuracy for plinking and general shooting. The ammunition is presented as an affordable option, with pricing competitive with other options on the market.

This video provides an overview of ATI's Galil-inspired pistol and SPR variants unveiled at SHOT Show 2020. The SPR features a 13-inch barrel, while the rifle has an 18-inch barrel, both available in polymer. The pistol is expected to be priced around $1299, similar to the rifle, with the SPR variant at $1395. The firearms are noted for their reliability, even with steel-cased ammunition, and are described as Kalashnikov-based in a more refined package.

In 2019, the AK-74 in 5.45x39mm remains a viable and enjoyable option, offering low felt recoil and higher velocity than 7.62x39mm. While ammunition costs have risen due to ATF reclassification of surplus rounds, 5.45x39mm remains more affordable than 5.56x45mm NATO. Magazines are still relatively available and affordable, especially compared to less common calibers. The platform benefits from parts commonality with AKM variants, ensuring future parts availability.