Shell Shock 9mm Casings +P+ Torture Test

Published on September 27, 2017
Duration: 20:01

Johnny's Reloading Bench conducts a torture test on Shell Shock 9mm casings, pushing them to extreme +P+ pressures in a Glock 19. The casings, made of nickel-plated aluminum with a nickel alloy stainless steel cylinder, demonstrated remarkable durability, outperforming brass and lasting through 11 firings before a split occurred near the base due to extreme pressure. The test highlights the need for specialized S3 Reload dies with a unique spring-ejection system for these two-piece casings. This expert analysis provides valuable insights into the performance limits of advanced casing materials under high-stress conditions.

Quick Summary

Shell Shock 9mm casings offer unique two-piece construction (aluminum base, stainless cylinder) and lighter weight. They require specialized S3 Reload dies with a spring-ejection system. In torture tests, they showed superior durability under extreme +P+ pressure, outperforming brass and lasting through multiple firings.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Shell Shock Casings
  2. 01:50Required Reloading Equipment
  3. 02:35Torture Test Parameters
  4. 05:10S3 Die Mechanics
  5. 12:28Firing and Failure Analysis
  6. 17:11Pricing and Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Shell Shock 9mm casings unique?

Shell Shock 9mm casings feature a two-piece design with a nickel-plated aluminum base and a nickel alloy stainless steel cylinder. They are also significantly lighter than traditional brass casings, weighing around 30 grains.

What special equipment is needed for reloading Shell Shock 9mm casings?

Reloading Shell Shock 9mm casings requires a specialized die set, such as the S3 Reload Carbide Die Set, which incorporates a unique spring-loaded system to properly eject the two-piece casing during resizing.

How durable are Shell Shock 9mm casings under high pressure?

In a torture test pushing +P+ loads, Shell Shock 9mm casings demonstrated exceptional durability, with one casing surviving 11 firings before failing due to extreme pressure, outperforming brass in this scenario.

What is the typical cost of Shell Shock 9mm casings?

The pricing for Shell Shock 9mm casings generally ranges from $0.08 to $0.12 per case, with the final cost dependent on the quantity purchased.

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