Shell Shocking! | SHOT Show 2025

Published on January 22, 2025
Duration: 20:20

This video from Shot Show 2025 introduces Shell-Tech Ammunition, a brand under Shellshock Technologies, highlighting their innovative NAS3 two-piece ammunition cases. The cases are made from a nickel-stainless alloy, offering significant weight reduction (up to 25% lighter than brass) and increased strength capable of handling extreme pressures (tested to 85-95,000 PSI). The presentation includes on-range testing of 300 Blackout, 223 Remington, and 9mm Luger ammunition, demonstrating accuracy, gel penetration, and wound cavity effects. The company emphasizes consistency, reduced recoil, and improved accuracy as key benefits of their technology.

Quick Summary

Shell-Tech's NAS3 ammunition features a revolutionary two-piece case made from a nickel-stainless alloy. This design results in ammunition that is up to 25% lighter than brass, significantly stronger to handle extreme pressures, and offers improved accuracy and consistency. The cases also eject cooler brass and provide increased capacity for higher velocities.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Shot Show 2025
  2. 00:36Guns & Gear from Shot Show
  3. 00:40Sponsored by Palmetto State Armory
  4. 00:58Introducing Peter Foss of Shell-Tech
  5. 01:15Background on Shell-Tech Ammunition
  6. 01:54History of Shell-Tech Technology
  7. 02:00Inventor Anthony Vigano's Innovations
  8. 02:25Floppy Disk Metal Hub Invention
  9. 02:45Ballpoint Pen Ball Manufacturing
  10. 03:35Problem with Brass Shell Manufacturing
  11. 03:42Epiphany for Shell Shock Case
  12. 03:48The Two-Piece Shell Shock Case
  13. 04:01Patents and Protection
  14. 04:05Benefits: Lighter, Stronger, Uniform Mouth
  15. 04:37Consistency and Accuracy
  16. 04:48Military Testing Results
  17. 05:02Challenges in Rifle Case Manufacturing
  18. 05:34NAS3 Material Explained
  19. 05:44Nickel-Stainless Alloy Benefits
  20. 05:54Cooler Ejection vs. Brass
  21. 06:33Chris Sereno's Reaction to Shell-Tech
  22. 07:04On the Range: Shell-Tech Ammunition
  23. 07:11Testing 300 Blackout
  24. 08:14Testing 223 Remington
  25. 09:05Testing 9mm Luger
  26. 09:14Gel Test Results Analysis
  27. 10:54Chris's Hand Numbness Issue
  28. 11:24Performance Discussion: 300 BLK & 223
  29. 11:41Solid Copper Fragmenting Round
  30. 11:49Ammunition Pressure Discussion
  31. 12:05Case Strength Under Extreme Pressure
  32. 12:28Introducing Steve Fox
  33. 12:47Range Ready Brass Pickup
  34. 13:07Two-Piece Design vs. Single Case
  35. 13:17Lightweight Advantage
  36. 13:40Case Capacity and Pressure
  37. 14:06Accuracy Enigma: Barrel Harmonics
  38. 14:34Available Calibers: Rifle Line
  39. 14:48Future Calibers: 308, 6.5 Creedmoor
  40. 15:14Long Range Shooter Performance
  41. 15:34Consistency is Key
  42. 15:43Reloading NAS3 Ammunition
  43. 15:54Case Forming and Reloading Risks
  44. 16:29Reloading Pistol Calibers
  45. 16:459mm Ammunition Comparison
  46. 17:46Lead-Free Ammunition
  47. 18:02FMJ vs. Shell-Tech for Competition
  48. 18:359mm Velocity and Energy
  49. 18:56Where to Learn More: Shell-Tech Website
  50. 19:29Subscribe to Gun Talk Media

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Shell-Tech's NAS3 ammunition cases unique?

Shell-Tech's NAS3 cases are unique due to their two-piece construction from a nickel-stainless alloy. This design makes them up to 25% lighter than brass, significantly stronger to handle extreme pressures, and offers improved accuracy and consistency.

How does Shell-Tech's NAS3 ammunition perform in terms of accuracy and recoil?

The NAS3 case design, with its uniform mouth and improved case capacity, contributes to enhanced accuracy. Additionally, the ammunition is noted for having significantly less recoil, making it easier to shoot accurately and transition between targets, especially in pistol calibers.

Can Shell-Tech's NAS3 rifle ammunition be reloaded?

No, Shell-Tech does not recommend reloading their NAS3 rifle ammunition. While pistol calibers can be reloaded due to their straight-wall design, rifle cases form to the chamber and resizing them can lead to separation, making it safer and more cost-effective to purchase new ammunition.

What are the key advantages of NAS3 ammunition over traditional brass ammunition?

NAS3 ammunition offers several advantages over brass, including being up to 25% lighter, stronger to handle higher pressures, more accurate due to consistent case dimensions, and ejecting cooler brass. It also provides increased case capacity for more powder and higher velocities.

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