This Blue Ammo Turns Your Cowboy Gun Into A Shotgun… #gun #shotgun #civtac #scheels

Published on August 26, 2023
Duration: 0:42

This video demonstrates .357 Magnum shot shells, often called 'blue ammo,' which effectively turn a handgun or rifle into a small-scale shotgun for pest control. The host showcases these shells loaded into a Henry Big Boy X lever-action rifle, successfully hitting a target mid-air with minimal recoil. While effective for specific uses, the demonstration highlights the specialized nature of this ammunition.

Quick Summary

.357 Magnum shot shells, often called 'blue ammo' due to their colored tip, function as miniature shotgun shells. They contain lead shot instead of a bullet, allowing handguns or rifles chambered in .357 Mag/.38 Spl to act as short-range pest control tools with minimal recoil.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Unboxing from Scheels
  2. 00:16The 'Blue Ammo' Explained (.357 Mag Shot Shells)
  3. 00:24Live Fire Demo: Henry Big Boy X Rifle
  4. 00:34Recoil and Performance Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What is 'blue ammo' for cowboy guns?

'Blue ammo' typically refers to .357 Magnum or .38 Special shot shells, identifiable by their blue tip. Instead of a bullet, they contain lead shot, effectively turning a handgun or rifle into a small-scale shotgun for pest control.

Can you use .357 Magnum shot shells in a rifle?

Yes, .357 Magnum shot shells can be safely used in rifles chambered for .357 Magnum or .38 Special, such as the Henry Big Boy X lever-action rifle shown in the video. This allows for a shotgun-like effect at close range.

What is the recoil like with .357 Magnum shot shells?

The recoil from .357 Magnum shot shells is noted to be very minimal. This makes them easy to handle and shoot accurately, even when used in firearms like lever-action rifles.

What is the intended use for .357 Magnum shot shells?

.357 Magnum shot shells are primarily intended for pest control. Their design, firing lead shot, makes them effective for eliminating small, fast-moving targets at close distances.

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