Aim bullets
- Thread starter RoscoeP
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I realize my opinion might be somewhat biased, but for what it's worth I was able to shoot a group yesterday off-hand at 25 meters of about 3/4" while testing the 147 grain bullet @ 1150 fps for accuracy out of my .38 super.
Shooting the 124's (1390 fps) this week at 50 meters off-hand, I was getting groups of about 3". The 8' dot covers 4" at that distance, but if I hold on the top of the dot I can usually do a little better from prone if my shoulders aren't sore.
Your mileage may vary of course.
Oh, and we will definitely be offering match day pricing at the Provincials + extra discount for match officials.
Shooting the 124's (1390 fps) this week at 50 meters off-hand, I was getting groups of about 3". The 8' dot covers 4" at that distance, but if I hold on the top of the dot I can usually do a little better from prone if my shoulders aren't sore.
Your mileage may vary of course.
Oh, and we will definitely be offering match day pricing at the Provincials + extra discount for match officials.
jusdivinum
CGN Regular
- Location
- SW Ontario
I've recently switched to their 9mm 124grn and have been pleased so far.
Ap, a+
I have used Frontier, Cam-pro and Aim. Of all of them I prefer Aim. They shoot as good as anything else, they are local and the customer service is excellent. I went to a match where they were selling with a discount and mentioned to the vendor that I had just purchased a thousand the day before, he took 5 bucks out of his pocket and gave it to me said here price went down. Who else would do that. I will definatly be picking some up this weekend in Barrie.
I have used Frontier, Cam-pro and Aim. Of all of them I prefer Aim. They shoot as good as anything else, they are local and the customer service is excellent. I went to a match where they were selling with a discount and mentioned to the vendor that I had just purchased a thousand the day before, he took 5 bucks out of his pocket and gave it to me said here price went down. Who else would do that. I will definatly be picking some up this weekend in Barrie.
- Location
- Niagara Region, Ontario. For now
I shoot the 124 grains out of my G17! Have prolly put about 2000 through her with no issues! I only live 20 minutes away so I am spoiled I guess!
tictactician
Regular
- Location
- Victoria, B.C.
All I shoot is Aim 185 grain for my 40. Like them and you can get some when you need them at a reasonable $. Frank is great to deal with.
Be very careful if using plated bullets in a revolver requiring heavy crimp. Heavy crimps will actually cut through the plating surface and cause the bullet to fragment when fired. I have personal experience with this and you will also find a warning on the AIM website. Revolver loads needing little/no crimp will be fine. This is really important for new loaders to know as you can do damage to yourself and those standing beside you if the plated surface is compromised.
dB
What neck of the Woods?
Check out Murray Gardners web site. He is on the coast near Vancouver. Must be ordered by July 4th to get the deal. His email is DOC@mdgardner.com Cheers Ross
Check out Murray Gardners web site. He is on the coast near Vancouver. Must be ordered by July 4th to get the deal. His email is DOC@mdgardner.com Cheers Ross
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- Location
- Ottawa, Ontario
i use the 124's in my CZ 75b and shadow and both seem to like them, GREAT customer service Bill woke up early one saturday morning to meet me so i could grap 4k of the 124 grain 9mm off him.
As with all revolvers, there is a small amount of "blow by" from the cylinder/barrel gap. In my particular case it isn't that the bullets are separating from plating, but that the back side of the bullets are "Starfishing" according to my paper targets. Accuracy at under 25yards is still good, just an interesting pattern compared to my .40 (which also use Aim BTW).
Slight difference between 180gr @ 900fps, and 158gr @ 1500 fps I reckon
With plated bullets, the plating can separate from the core as it enters into the barrel if the crimp has cut through the surface, allowing fragments to blow out the sides at the cylinder gap along with the usual gases, flame etc. These fragments can lodge in your hand or even in your face, but more importantly if shooting from open points, it can hit those beside you. Not uncommon with plated bullets, and warnings are posted with the manufacturers. They dont go into specifics but they are assuming those who are loading are aware of this possibility. I learned the hard way but treated it as a Badge of Courage
. Just wanting to make sure new loaders are aware of this as it is possible with plated bullets, especially if the plating is of a minimum thickness.
Cheers
dB
. Just wanting to make sure new loaders are aware of this as it is possible with plated bullets, especially if the plating is of a minimum thickness.Cheers
dB
As with all revolvers, there is a small amount of "blow by" from the cylinder/barrel gap. In my particular case it isn't that the bullets are separating from plating, but that the back side of the bullets are "Starfishing" according to my paper targets. Accuracy at under 25yards is still good, just an interesting pattern compared to my .40 (which also use Aim BTW).
Slight difference between 180gr @ 900fps, and 158gr @ 1500 fps I reckon
They should still be fine at that velocity. Out of curiosity, what's your cylinder gap? Using minimum taper crimp?
