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9x18 in a 9x19 gun - Will it work?
Lately I've been wondering if it's safe to shoot 9mm Makarov ammo out of a Ruger P95 and a Beretta M9, and if I can expect any issues to pop up. I don't -think- pressure would be an issue, since both are rated for 9mm Luger +P/9mm NATO respectively, but I am concerned about feed/extraction issues.
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Sure, its only 1mm diff, close enogh
Somebody give that guy a few beers and lets watch the fun, what is he thinking??
Lately I've been wondering if it's safe to shoot 9mm Makarov ammo out of a Ruger P95 and a Beretta M9, and if I can expect any issues to pop up. I don't -think- pressure would be an issue, since both are rated for 9mm Luger +P/9mm NATO respectively, but I am concerned about feed/extraction issues.
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Sure, its only 1mm diff, close enogh
Somebody give that guy a few beers and lets watch the fun, what is he thinking??
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Replied by Lizardette on topic From another Forum
Until checking the specifications, I'd have been surprised that a 9x18 Makarov would even chamber in a 9x19 Luger firearm.* It seems like the base diameters are actually close enough, even if the 9x18 has a larger rim.
Bullet diameters though? The Luger is .355" while the Makarov is .363". No way, I thought. ...until you consider the lower pressure the Makarov is loaded to. It might actually be safe in some firearms - if you could get it to load from the magazine.
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That's not to say I would do it in anything except an emergency situation.
*This is what happens when you read Cartridges of the World, 12 Edition for fun on a regular basis.
Bullet diameters though? The Luger is .355" while the Makarov is .363". No way, I thought. ...until you consider the lower pressure the Makarov is loaded to. It might actually be safe in some firearms - if you could get it to load from the magazine.
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That's not to say I would do it in anything except an emergency situation.
*This is what happens when you read Cartridges of the World, 12 Edition for fun on a regular basis.
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Replied by Siscowet on topic From another Forum
Keep on reading it Lizzie, your knowledge is a nice addition to the forum. Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.
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