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Posted: 1/25/2016 1:18:10 PM EDT

I'm sure some of you might give humorous responses like "the garbage." But, unfortunately I recently purchased 1000 rounds of 9mm while clearly being ignorant about what bimetal really meant. Now, I do know what it means.

I need to find a shooting range where I can shoot it all off or maybe even someone willing to buy this ammo off of me please?

9mm Luger (9x19mm) 115gr FMJ LVE Novosibirsk Bulk (1000rds) is the ammo I'm referring to

Thank you

Posted: 1/25/2016 1:25:41 PM EDT

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I'm sure some of you might give humorous responses like "the garbage." But, unfortunately I recently purchased 1000 rounds of 9mm while clearly being ignorant about what bimetal really meant. Now, I do know what it means.

I need to find a shooting range where I can shoot it all off or maybe even someone willing to buy this ammo off of me please?

9mm Luger (9x19mm) 115gr FMJ LVE Novosibirsk Bulk (1000rds) is the ammo I'm referring to

Thank you

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I'll be happy to dispose of it for you, I'll even wave the disposal fee.

Seriously though, indoor ranges tend to have a problem with that stuff, it tears up the backstops so you'll probably need to go to an outdoor range, I very much doubt that they would care. You might try the pit in Lapeer, you can shoot anything you want there.

Posted: 1/25/2016 1:57:25 PM EDT

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What part of the state are you located at?

Posted: 1/25/2016 2:04:45 PM EDT

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I'll be happy to dispose of it for you, I'll even wave the disposal fee.

Seriously though, indoor ranges tend to have a problem with that stuff, it tears up the backstops so you'll probably need to go to an outdoor range, I very much doubt that they would care. You might try the pit in Lapeer, you can shoot anything you want there.

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I'm sure some of you might give humorous responses like "the garbage." But, unfortunately I recently purchased 1000 rounds of 9mm while clearly being ignorant about what bimetal really meant. Now, I do know what it means.

I need to find a shooting range where I can shoot it all off or maybe even someone willing to buy this ammo off of me please?
9mm Luger (9x19mm) 115gr FMJ LVE Novosibirsk Bulk (1000rds) is the ammo I'm referring to
Thank you

I'll be happy to dispose of it for you, I'll even wave the disposal fee.

Seriously though, indoor ranges tend to have a problem with that stuff, it tears up the backstops so you'll probably need to go to an outdoor range, I very much doubt that they would care. You might try the pit in Lapeer, you can shoot anything you want there.

Well, surprisingly the couple of outdoor ranges I found with Google within about 20 miles from me (Rochester, MI) do not actually allow bimetal ammo. I'll check out the "pit in Lapeer" that you mentioned.

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What part of the state are you located at?

Sorry, should've mentioned that, I'm in Rochester, MI but after realizing the hole I dug myself into purchasing this ammo I'm willing to drive to use it up hopefully in one go.

Posted: 1/25/2016 4:30:18 PM EDT

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I figured with a location, it would be easier for others to offer suggestions. I'm over on the west coast (Berrien County), so that would be quite a haul.

Posted: 1/25/2016 5:31:46 PM EDT

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I don't see the problem. Either play ignorant at your indoor range, or shoot it exclusively at outdoor ranges (or during summer trips up North). And who cares about the slight acceleration in barrel wear. We should all be so lucky to shoot out the life of our pistol barrels. Replacement barrels are cheap

Posted: 1/26/2016 5:54:12 AM EDT

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I'll be happy to dispose of it for you, I'll even wave the disposal fee.

Seriously though, indoor ranges tend to have a problem with that stuff, it tears up the backstops so you'll probably need to go to an outdoor range, I very much doubt that they would care. You might try the pit in Lapeer, you can shoot anything you want there.

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I'm sure some of you might give humorous responses like "the garbage." But, unfortunately I recently purchased 1000 rounds of 9mm while clearly being ignorant about what bimetal really meant. Now, I do know what it means.

I need to find a shooting range where I can shoot it all off or maybe even someone willing to buy this ammo off of me please?

9mm Luger (9x19mm) 115gr FMJ LVE Novosibirsk Bulk (1000rds) is the ammo I'm referring to

Thank you

I'll be happy to dispose of it for you, I'll even wave the disposal fee.

Seriously though, indoor ranges tend to have a problem with that stuff, it tears up the backstops so you'll probably need to go to an outdoor range, I very much doubt that they would care. You might try the pit in Lapeer, you can shoot anything you want there.

Bi-metal refers to the case, not the bullet for that ammo. The bullet is still an FMJ with a lead core. The case is a mixture of brass and steel to reduce cost yet prevent corrosion. Some indoor ranges will not allow bi-metal because they recycle their cases and don't want bi-metal in there. The DNR's Pontiac Lake range will allow it.

Posted: 1/26/2016 9:46:17 AM EDT

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That particular ammo has both a bi-metal case AND bullet jacket.

This 9mm ammo has a 115gr projectile that contains a lead core surrounded in a Bi-Metal jacket. The casing is also Bi-Metal and its composition prevents corrosion without the requirement of a lacquer or polymer coating. The mild steel content of the bi-metal jacket and casing will make this ammo stick to a magnet but rest assured that the core of the projectile is pure lead so it will not cause increased wear on backstops.

Posted: 1/26/2016 10:28:28 AM EDT

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Bi-metal refers to the case, not the bullet for that ammo. The bullet is still an FMJ with a lead core. The case is a mixture of brass and steel to reduce cost yet prevent corrosion. Some indoor ranges will not allow bi-metal because they recycle their cases and don't want bi-metal in there. The DNR's Pontiac Lake range will allow it.

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I'm sure some of you might give humorous responses like "the garbage." But, unfortunately I recently purchased 1000 rounds of 9mm while clearly being ignorant about what bimetal really meant. Now, I do know what it means.

I need to find a shooting range where I can shoot it all off or maybe even someone willing to buy this ammo off of me please?

9mm Luger (9x19mm) 115gr FMJ LVE Novosibirsk Bulk (1000rds) is the ammo I'm referring to

Thank you

I'll be happy to dispose of it for you, I'll even wave the disposal fee.

Seriously though, indoor ranges tend to have a problem with that stuff, it tears up the backstops so you'll probably need to go to an outdoor range, I very much doubt that they would care. You might try the pit in Lapeer, you can shoot anything you want there.

Bi-metal refers to the case, not the bullet for that ammo. The bullet is still an FMJ with a lead core. The case is a mixture of brass and steel to reduce cost yet prevent corrosion. Some indoor ranges will not allow bi-metal because they recycle their cases and don't want bi-metal in there. The DNR's Pontiac Lake range will allow it.

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Posted: 1/26/2016 2:42:43 PM EDT

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Well, surprisingly the couple of outdoor ranges I found with Google within about 20 miles from me (Rochester, MI) do not actually allow bimetal ammo. I'll check out the "pit in Lapeer" that you mentioned.

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What part of the state are you located at?

Sorry, should've mentioned that, I'm in Rochester, MI but after realizing the hole I dug myself into purchasing this ammo I'm willing to drive to use it up hopefully in one go.

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I'm sure some of you might give humorous responses like "the garbage." But, unfortunately I recently purchased 1000 rounds of 9mm while clearly being ignorant about what bimetal really meant. Now, I do know what it means.

I need to find a shooting range where I can shoot it all off or maybe even someone willing to buy this ammo off of me please?

9mm Luger (9x19mm) 115gr FMJ LVE Novosibirsk Bulk (1000rds) is the ammo I'm referring to

Thank you

I'll be happy to dispose of it for you, I'll even wave the disposal fee.

Seriously though, indoor ranges tend to have a problem with that stuff, it tears up the backstops so you'll probably need to go to an outdoor range, I very much doubt that they would care. You might try the pit in Lapeer, you can shoot anything you want there.

Well, surprisingly the couple of outdoor ranges I found with Google within about 20 miles from me (Rochester, MI) do not actually allow bimetal ammo. I'll check out the "pit in Lapeer" that you mentioned.

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What part of the state are you located at?

Sorry, should've mentioned that, I'm in Rochester, MI but after realizing the hole I dug myself into purchasing this ammo I'm willing to drive to use it up hopefully in one go.

Surprised the outdoor ranges won't allow it, you might try the DNR ranges. The pit is great, it's off in the boonies but you can shoot what you want, the only thing I should suggest is to bring a trash bag with you to haul away your junk and police your brass, we have to keep the pit clean.