What kind of ammo do you use?

Shane · 02-27-2003, 12:08 PM

What kind of ammo do you use? What do you have to say about it, good or bad?
Thanks!
Shane

FEG · 02-27-2003, 01:00 PM

I don't, since I traded away my PA-63 a few weeks ago.

I used to shoot 95gr Berry's Mfg. PRN bullets with W231, S&B cases mostly. I can look up my load data if you reload.

The best 9x18 factory ammunition is the Barnaul 95gr JHP. It is very accurate and fairly high in velocity. Typically, it sells for $95-$100 per case. It is every bit as accurate as the expensive Hornady ammo.

For a few bucks more per case, the Sellier & Bellot 95gr FMJ is almost as accurate as Barnaul. However, it is brass-cased/Boxer primed, so you can reload the cases.

Wolf, Silver Bear, and Brown Bear are dirty, inconsistent, and inaccurate. I have never shot the Silver Bear myself, because it was too hot for the PA-63. Based on the experiences of others and the performace of Brown Bear, I say give Silver a pass.

There are some other brands of Eastern European 9x18 out there such as the Mesko from Poland, but I know nothing about their performance.

NRAJOE · 02-27-2003, 01:25 PM

Sellier & Bellot....:right:

jarcp · 02-28-2003, 06:30 AM

I have to disagree with FEG on the Silverbear. It is a bit dirty, but no dirtier than Federal's American Eagle ammunition. It has good accuracy in my IJ-70. I do agree on the Barnaul 95g. I use it on the range, and carry the Hornady XTP's.

Calvin · 02-28-2003, 07:06 AM

I shoot reloads mostly. The loads I shoot are hot-about 1100 fps. Haven't had any trouble with them at all. I just replace the recoil springs with Wolff +Power springs and they work fine.
As far as factory fodder, I either shoot Hornady or S&B. I also have over 2 cases of the surplus Russian ammo that ws shipped in a few years ago that works really well.

Mike the JAG · 02-28-2003, 10:06 AM

Barnaul from Dan's because it's cheap, reliable and the shipping is free. S&B is good, too.

Shane · 03-04-2003, 11:37 AM

Folks-
Thanks for your replies.
It was interesting to hear the endorsements for the Barnaul. Right now I'm carrying Hndy XTPs 'cause of their reputation for reliability and lethality. If the Barnauls are just as good than maybe I'll switch, the XTPs are expensive and I'd like to practice with the round I carry.
Regards,
Shane

Cranky-Kraut · 03-24-2003, 09:22 AM

Sellier & Bellot is the one that works best for me!

Dennis · 03-24-2003, 11:15 AM

S&B fo me to

02-27-2003, 12:08 PM	#1
Shane Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 45 Trader Rating: (0)	What kind of ammo do you use? What kind of ammo do you use? What do you have to say about it, good or bad? Thanks! Shane

02-27-2003, 01:00 PM	#2
FEG Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Behind the Iron Curtain Posts: 517 Trader Rating: (0)	I don't, since I traded away my PA-63 a few weeks ago. I used to shoot 95gr Berry's Mfg. PRN bullets with W231, S&B cases mostly. I can look up my load data if you reload. The best 9x18 factory ammunition is the Barnaul 95gr JHP. It is very accurate and fairly high in velocity. Typically, it sells for $95-$100 per case. It is every bit as accurate as the expensive Hornady ammo. For a few bucks more per case, the Sellier & Bellot 95gr FMJ is almost as accurate as Barnaul. However, it is brass-cased/Boxer primed, so you can reload the cases. Wolf, Silver Bear, and Brown Bear are dirty, inconsistent, and inaccurate. I have never shot the Silver Bear myself, because it was too hot for the PA-63. Based on the experiences of others and the performace of Brown Bear, I say give Silver a pass. There are some other brands of Eastern European 9x18 out there such as the Mesko from Poland, but I know nothing about their performance. __________________ WARNING: CZs MAY BE HABIT-FORMING (Consult a doctor if nursing or pregnant).

02-27-2003, 01:25 PM	#3
NRAJOE Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Toledo,OH Posts: 19,014 Trader Rating: (0)	Sellier & Bellot....:right: __________________ U.S. Army 1976-1979 237th Combat Engineers Heilbronn, Germany

02-28-2003, 06:30 AM	#4
jarcp Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: OKC, OK Posts: 253 Trader Rating: (0)	I have to disagree with FEG on the Silverbear. It is a bit dirty, but no dirtier than Federal's American Eagle ammunition. It has good accuracy in my IJ-70. I do agree on the Barnaul 95g. I use it on the range, and carry the Hornady XTP's. __________________ Reed's Ammunition & Research 1209 SW 129th St. Oklahoma City, OK 73170 www.reedsammo.com info@reedsammo.com

02-28-2003, 07:06 AM	#5
Calvin Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Columbus, Ohio Posts: 1,991 Trader Rating: (0)	I shoot reloads mostly. The loads I shoot are hot-about 1100 fps. Haven't had any trouble with them at all. I just replace the recoil springs with Wolff +Power springs and they work fine. As far as factory fodder, I either shoot Hornady or S&B. I also have over 2 cases of the surplus Russian ammo that ws shipped in a few years ago that works really well. __________________ I've gone to look for myself. If I should return before I get back, please ask me to wait.

02-28-2003, 10:06 AM	#6
Mike the JAG Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 55 Trader Rating: (0)	Barnaul from Dan's because it's cheap, reliable and the shipping is free. S&B is good, too.

03-04-2003, 11:37 AM	#7
Shane Member Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 45 Trader Rating: (0)	Folks- Thanks for your replies. It was interesting to hear the endorsements for the Barnaul. Right now I'm carrying Hndy XTPs 'cause of their reputation for reliability and lethality. If the Barnauls are just as good than maybe I'll switch, the XTPs are expensive and I'd like to practice with the round I carry. Regards, Shane

03-24-2003, 09:22 AM	#8
Cranky-Kraut Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Mountain Home, Arkansas. Posts: 165 Trader Rating: (0)	Sellier & Bellot is the one that works best for me!

03-24-2003, 11:15 AM	#9
Dennis Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Texas Posts: 1,876 Trader Rating: (0)	S&B fo me to __________________ Submitted with respect to all