Sterling Ammo, Is It Any Good?

Published on April 12, 2023
Duration: 6:20

This review evaluates Sterling 115-grain 9mm Luger ammunition, imported from Turkey by Global Ordnance. The assessment focuses on primer seating, velocity consistency using a chronograph, and accuracy compared to Winchester White Box. The ammunition is deemed suitable for affordable bulk shooting and plinking, with no feeding issues reported.

Quick Summary

Sterling 115-grain 9mm Luger ammunition, imported from Turkey by Global Ordnance, was tested for quality and consistency. It features an all-brass construction and performed comparably to Winchester White Box in accuracy and reliability for bulk shooting and plinking, with no feeding issues reported.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Introduction: Ammo Availability & Sterling
  2. 00:21Sterling 9mm Specs & Origin
  3. 00:44Ammo Evaluation Process
  4. 00:54Primer Inspection
  5. 01:19Consistency Testing Setup
  6. 01:56Test Firearm: Glock 19 Gen 5
  7. 02:31Chronograph Setup & Distance
  8. 03:17Firing Sterling 115gr 9mm
  9. 04:17Cleaning Target & Winchester White Box
  10. 04:35Firing Winchester White Box
  11. 05:09Accuracy & Reliability Assessment
  12. 05:20Conclusion: Sterling Ammo Verdict
  13. 05:41Winchester White Box Disclaimer

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key specifications of the Sterling 9mm ammunition tested?

The Sterling 9mm ammunition tested is 115-grain, FMJ (Full Metal Jacket), imported from Turkey by Global Ordnance, and features an all-brass jacket and shell casing.

How was the Sterling 9mm ammunition evaluated for quality and consistency?

The evaluation involved inspecting primer seating for evenness, chronographing 10 shots for velocity consistency, and testing accuracy at 7 yards against a known benchmark like Winchester White Box.

What was the performance of Sterling 9mm ammunition compared to Winchester White Box?

The Sterling 9mm ammunition demonstrated accuracy comparable to Winchester White Box, with no feeding issues reported, making it a suitable option for affordable bulk shooting and plinking.

What firearm was used for testing the Sterling 9mm ammunition?

The Sterling 9mm ammunition was tested using a Glock 19 Gen 5 pistol, a platform the instructor is highly familiar with, ensuring that any performance variations were likely due to the ammunition itself.

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