Specs for original P'08 ammo

Sieger · 08-20-2005, 02:09 PM

Hi:

A Luger's function is heavily influenced by the weight of the pistol's recoil spring. If your's is weak, through heavy usage or tampering, you'll never find ammo that will function properly!

Here are a few key things that you should be aware of regarding Luger ammo:

Most modern ammo is just too hot for the original spec. Luger recoil spring. Don't buy +P or +P+ loads.

Many hollow point bullet designs are too wide at the tip and jam like hell. Problems here can be avoided by using FMJ ammo.

The O.A.L. of the cartridge is critical for proper function. Avoid "short" cartridges. The S&B 124 gr. mentioned above should be close to the original specs. of 29.6 to 29.8mm.

If you really want to shoot your Luger and get the most out of its design, you will have to reload. The Luger, with proper ammo, is one of the most accurate pistols that I know of.

The suggestions given above for "store bought" ammo are good ones, but don't expect jam free, perfect function.

Sieger

08-20-2005, 02:09 PM	#4
Sieger User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: New York, NY Posts: 1,579 Thanks: 2,144 Thanked 402 Times in 251 Posts	Ammo Hi: A Luger's function is heavily influenced by the weight of the pistol's recoil spring. If your's is weak, through heavy usage or tampering, you'll never find ammo that will function properly! Here are a few key things that you should be aware of regarding Luger ammo: Most modern ammo is just too hot for the original spec. Luger recoil spring. Don't buy +P or +P+ loads. Many hollow point bullet designs are too wide at the tip and jam like hell. Problems here can be avoided by using FMJ ammo. The O.A.L. of the cartridge is critical for proper function. Avoid "short" cartridges. The S&B 124 gr. mentioned above should be close to the original specs. of 29.6 to 29.8mm. If you really want to shoot your Luger and get the most out of its design, you will have to reload. The Luger, with proper ammo, is one of the most accurate pistols that I know of. The suggestions given above for "store bought" ammo are good ones, but don't expect jam free, perfect function. Sieger