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Published on January 13, 2024
Duration: 0:38

This video provides a detailed teardown and analysis of vintage Azot 16/70 shotgun cartridges from the USSR. It covers unboxing, component inspection, and measurement of lead shot size and powder charge. The presenter demonstrates technical proficiency in assessing ammunition components.

Quick Summary

Vintage Azot 16/70 shotgun cartridges from the USSR were analyzed, revealing a 2.10-gram smokeless powder charge and '00' lead shot size within a green paper hull. Components were inspected using tools like an Opinel knife and Vernier calipers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Unboxing Canned Ammunition
  2. 00:08Cartridge Inspection: Azot 16 Gauge
  3. 00:15Disassembly & Component Analysis
  4. 00:29Powder Measurement & Burn Test

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key components of the vintage Azot 16/70 shotgun cartridges?

The Azot 16/70 shotgun cartridges feature a green paper hull, lead shot (marked 00), fiber wads, and approximately 2.10 grams of smokeless powder. They were manufactured in the USSR.

How were the vintage shotgun cartridges identified?

The cartridges were identified by their headstamp, which clearly showed 'Azot 16 MADE IN USSR', and the '16/70' marking on the can and hull, indicating 16 gauge and 70mm length.

What tools were used to analyze the Azot shotgun cartridges?

The analysis involved an Opinel knife for cutting the hull, a Vernier caliper for measuring pellet diameter, and a digital scale for weighing the powder charge, which was found to be 2.10 grams.

What is the significance of the '16/70' marking on the shotgun cartridges?

The '16/70' marking indicates the gauge of the shotgun shell, which is 16 gauge, and the length of the hull, which is 70mm. This is a standard European metric designation for shotshells.

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