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4/18/2025 6:35:36 PM EDT
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9×18 Makarov Prvi Partizan PPU 95gr JHP Hollow Point Ammo, 250rds 99.95 @ J&G Sales

Came out to just under $130 shipped ($26 a box).

Not the best HP ammo as it doesn’t always expand, but gives great penetration with a more disruptive wound channel than FMJ.  Most of the HP ammo ballistic Gel tests I’ve seen fail to give adequate penetration when the bullets do expand.  And it’s cheaper than most FMJ available on the market (pre-shipping price).

9×18 Makarov Prvi Partizan PPU 95gr JHP Hollow Point Ammo, 250rds.
5/11/2025 10:26:58 PM EDT
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OP, have you had a chance to buy/try this ammo yet? Curious how it shoots. At least PPU is a traditional maker of this caliber so it should be ok...

Many years ago, when I last carried/shot my MAK, I used Hornady's JHP loading. But I never tested any or read any reviews. I agree than a JHP even if it doesn't expand, is better than FMJ due to the cutting effect of the sharp shoulder/ogive of the JHP. Kinda like a SWC. Assuming it feeds 100% and has decent velocity.
5/11/2025 11:13:16 PM EDT
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Originally Posted By ITCHY-FINGER:
OP, have you had a chance to buy/try this ammo yet? Curious how it shoots. At least PPU is a traditional maker of this caliber so it should be ok...

Many years ago, when I last carried/shot my MAK, I used Hornady's JHP loading. But I never tested any or read any reviews. I agree than a JHP even if it doesn't expand, is better than FMJ due to the cutting effect of the sharp shoulder/ogive of the JHP. Kinda like a SWC. Assuming it feeds 100% and has decent velocity.
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I tried a few mags.  It ran 100%.

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