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Published on April 14, 2023
Duration: 0:26

This video provides a detailed teardown of vintage Baikal 12-gauge buckshot ammunition from the USSR. It meticulously measures the shot weight (28.42g) and powder charge (2.40g) using precision tools. A burn test demonstrates the powder's viability, igniting quickly and burning for 3.72 seconds.

Quick Summary

Vintage Baikal 12-gauge buckshot from the USSR was analyzed, revealing approximately 28.42g of lead shot and a 2.40g charge of smokeless gunpowder. A burn test showed the powder ignited rapidly, burning for 3.72 seconds, indicating viability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Unboxing Vintage Ammo
  2. 00:06Shell Disassembly & Shot Weight
  3. 00:14Powder Analysis & Weight
  4. 00:21Vintage Powder Burn Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the vintage Baikal 12-gauge buckshot?

The vintage Baikal 12-gauge buckshot from the USSR features paper hulls, felt wads, approximately 28.42 grams of lead shot, and a powder charge of about 2.40 grams of smokeless gunpowder.

How was the vintage gunpowder tested for viability?

A small amount of the vintage gunpowder was carefully laid out and ignited to observe its burn rate and consistency. The powder ignited quickly, burning for approximately 3.72 seconds.

What tools were used to analyze the vintage ammunition?

The analysis utilized an Opinel folding knife for disassembly, a digital scale for weighing shot and powder, and a vernier caliper for measuring individual buckshot pellets.

What does the 'Made in USSR' marking indicate on the ammunition?

The 'Made in USSR' marking signifies that the Baikal ammunition was manufactured in the Soviet Union prior to its dissolution, indicating its vintage and origin.

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