Reacting to ammo comments

Published on February 9, 2024
Duration: 3:26

Ben Stoeger discusses common ammunition choices for competitive shooting, highlighting Blazer and PMC as reliable and cost-effective options. He shares insights on bullet weights for specific firearms like the Shadow 2 and touches on the practicality of bulk ammo purchases versus reloading for training.

Quick Summary

Firearms instructor Ben Stoeger highlights Blazer and PMC as top-tier ammunition for competitive shooting training. He prefers 125-grain bullets for his Shadow 2 for a faster feel, while 115-grain can be suitable for other pistols. For high-volume practice, bulk factory loads are often more practical than reloading.

Chapters

  1. 00:01Intro: Reacting to Ammo Comments
  2. 00:07Blazer 124 Grain Ammo Discussion
  3. 00:21Blazer vs. PMC Ammo Comparison
  4. 00:46Ammunition Reliability Issues
  5. 00:53Bulk Ammo Purchasing Strategy
  6. 01:165.56 vs. 223 Remington for Training
  7. 01:29Bullet Weights for Shadow 2
  8. 01:45Bullet Weights for PDP and Other Pistols
  9. 02:04Reloading for Precision vs. Training
  10. 02:21Blazer Ammo Failure Rate
  11. 02:39Blazer Ammo Packaging Critique
  12. 02:50SNB Packaging Advantage
  13. 03:08PMC and Blazer as Go-To Ammo

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most recommended ammunition brands for competitive shooting training?

According to firearms instructor Ben Stoeger, Blazer and PMC are consistently recommended as go-to ammunition brands for pistol and rifle training due to their reliability and cost-effectiveness. He notes PMC often has a slightly better reputation, though Blazer is also considered very good.

What bullet weights does Ben Stoeger prefer for his Shadow 2 pistol?

For his Shadow 2 pistol, Ben Stoeger prefers faster bullets, specifically reloading with 125-grain bullets. He finds this weight provides a preferred 'faster feel' for the firearm during competition and training.

Is it better to reload ammunition or buy bulk factory loads for training?

Ben Stoeger suggests that for high-volume training, especially with common calibers like 9mm, buying bulk factory ammunition like Blazer or PMC can be more cost-effective and practical than reloading, reserving reloading for precision rifle or specialized calibers.

What is the typical reliability rate for Blazer 9mm ammunition?

Based on user reports and Ben Stoeger's experience, Blazer 9mm ammunition exhibits a reliability rate of approximately 1 in 3,000 rounds experiencing issues. This is considered a normal and acceptable failure rate for high-volume training ammunition.

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