Forgive the newb question here, but just wondering about aluminum casing in higher powered ammo. Obviously it must be safe or manufacturers wouldn't be offering it. Too many lawsuits just waiting to jump up in todays world. But is it actually a good idea? Like I said, newb question, but better to ask a stupid question than to make a stupid decision. Thanks for any input.
Considering that chamber pressures may reach 40,000 psi, the case be it aluminum or brass, has very little to do with the safety of the gun. Chamber engineering has everything to do with it.
Consider shot shells. They are plastic. For marketing purposes only, heavy loads are "high brass", and target/small game loads are low brass.
I've loaded magnum loads in total plastic shells.
Aluminum, and steel cased ammo is just cheaper for the manufacturer to make. Its not reloadable.
Consider shot shells. They are plastic. For marketing purposes only, heavy loads are "high brass", and target/small game loads are low brass.
I've loaded magnum loads in total plastic shells.
Aluminum, and steel cased ammo is just cheaper for the manufacturer to make. Its not reloadable.
I've fired plenty of the CCI Blazer aluminum .357 & .44Mag with no issues or concerns.
If you don't reload they are a good value. Most who reload know the additional value of once fired reloadable brass.
Appreciate the replies. Been a bowhunter for most of my life so definitely lacking in firearms knowledge. Should have clicked with the shotgun shell/plastic deal though. Sometimes the obvious is tough to see I guess. ; )
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