1000 Rounds of 9x18mm Makarov Ammo by Silver Bear - 94gr FMJ

This is some awesome ammo. Obviously, Russian Makarovs have no problem with this ammunition whatsoever that I have seen. I have put well over 200 rounds through my Makarov with this in one sitting and had zero issues. Unlike some other brands, it does not cause substantial muzzle flip and offers smooth recoil. Zero failure to feed, zero failure to fire, zero malfunctions. Period. However there are some drawbacks to this ammunition, as with all 9X18 Silver Bear ammunition that I have used. The powder used tends to spit a lot of sparks and the rounds themselves tend to be dirty all around; I generally tend to have blackfingersafter loading and shooting off a couple magazines. I did try buffing the rounds with an old washcloth and that seemed to have taken care of the issue. Secondly, the rounds tend to send a bit more gunpowder residue than others, resulting in black spots on your hands/wrists. Finally, the biggest drawback to these rounds I have seen is that they have steel casings. This means that you can't reload it and it is not allowed on many indoor/outdoor ranges. All in all, I would highly recommend these for practice as the cost/round definately equals out much more in your favor than brands like American Eagle which kick like a mule and actually seem to cause issues with the Makarov. Even broke one of my magazines. (Posted on 4/22/2014)