OLD SHOTGUN CARTRIDGE REVIEW

Published on March 28, 2024
Duration: 1:10

This video provides a detailed, analytical review of a vintage Baikal 12 Gauge shotgun cartridge from the USSR era. The presenter, demonstrating high expertise, methodically disassembles the cartridge using an Opinel knife and precision digital scales. Key components like the Mayer slug (32.51g) and Sokol smokeless powder (2.50g) are weighed, offering valuable data for collectors and those interested in historical ammunition specifications.

Quick Summary

This expert review analyzes a vintage 1984 Baikal 12 Gauge shotgun cartridge from the USSR. Key specifications include a 32.51g Mayer slug, 2.50g of Sokol smokeless powder, and a Zhevelo-N primer. The presenter methodically disassembled the paper-hulled cartridge using an Opinel knife and precision digital scales for accurate component weighing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Vintage Ammunition
  2. 00:18Unboxing and Visual Inspection
  3. 00:37Cartridge Disassembly
  4. 00:46Slug Measurement
  5. 00:55Gunpowder Analysis

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the vintage Baikal 12 Gauge shotgun cartridge reviewed?

The vintage Baikal 12 Gauge cartridge from 1984 features a Mayer slug weighing 32.51g, 2.50g of Sokol smokeless powder, and a Zhevelo-N primer. The headstamp reads 'BAIKAL 12 MADE IN USSR'.

How was the vintage Baikal shotgun cartridge disassembled for analysis?

The presenter used an Opinel knife to carefully cut open the paper hull. The internal components, including the Mayer slug and Sokol gunpowder, were then extracted for individual weighing on a precision digital scale.

What historical context is provided for this Baikal ammunition?

The ammunition is identified as being from the USSR era, specifically manufactured in 1984. The box features a moose illustration, and the cartridges have paper hulls with distinct markings.

What tools are essential for analyzing vintage ammunition components like this?

Essential tools include a precision digital scale capable of measuring small weights accurately (e.g., to 0.01g) for both the slug and powder, and a sharp cutting tool like an Opinel knife for careful disassembly of paper hulls.

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