Why shoot WWII ammo?

MarkC · 06-14-2006, 11:01 PM

Thanks Ed and Jerry!

I think if the rounds were stored properly in a "crate" of ammo and in good condition they should be just fine to shoot. Granted I am shooting the rounds through "mismatced" guns and not anything collectable.... and yes, I'll be out the $150.00 for a new WWII barrel if the round blows up!

However, If I get consistent results when I fire the rounds over the chronograph it will tell me something.

A "squib" load is always a danger but I plan to take at least 2 rounds from the box of ammo apart to determine if there is any degradation of the powder before I fire the rest in my pistol and also test the primer for a good "pop" with no bullet or powder in place.

I have some 8mm rifle ammo that has signs of corrosion on the metal case and would not ever consider firing them.

I'll let you guys know the results of my test.

Mark

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06-14-2006, 11:01 PM	#1
MarkC User Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 482 Thanks: 1 Thanked 126 Times in 29 Posts	Thanks Ed and Jerry! I think if the rounds were stored properly in a "crate" of ammo and in good condition they should be just fine to shoot. Granted I am shooting the rounds through "mismatced" guns and not anything collectable.... and yes, I'll be out the $150.00 for a new WWII barrel if the round blows up! However, If I get consistent results when I fire the rounds over the chronograph it will tell me something. A "squib" load is always a danger but I plan to take at least 2 rounds from the box of ammo apart to determine if there is any degradation of the powder before I fire the rest in my pistol and also test the primer for a good "pop" with no bullet or powder in place. I have some 8mm rifle ammo that has signs of corrosion on the metal case and would not ever consider firing them. I'll let you guys know the results of my test. Mark