Hoosier Bullets
2026-05-11T21:49:08.272Z
I purchased 100 rounds exclusively for testing purposes — and as it turned out, that caution was well-placed.Pressure SignsDuring firing, I identified clear pressure signs on several spent cases. As shown in the photo of the case head, the primer shows visible flattening consistent with elevated chamber pressure, indicating an overpressure condition likely caused by an excessive powder charge. This level of pressure is a serious concern and, in repeated or sustained use, carries the potential to damage the firearm.Lead Fouling — Barrel and CompensatorSignificant lead fouling was observed in both the barrel and the compensator ports, as documented in the attached photo. The root cause appears to be a combination of two factors: an insufficiently hard lead projectile and a polymer coating that is too thin or inconsistently applied to act as an effective gas seal. As a result, hot propellant gases bypass the projectile, stripping the coating and depositing raw lead throughout the bore and compensator ports. This is not a compensator-specific problem — the barrel itself accumulated heavy leading regardless of platform configuration.Cleaning CostRemoving this fouling required specialized solvent products, totaling approximately $100 in cleaning supplies. This is an unacceptable hidden cost for a budget ammunition product.Final AssessmentI was fortunate to have purchased only 100 rounds for evaluation. The combination of overpressure signs and systemic lead fouling makes this ammunition unsafe and impractical for sustained use in any platform. The underlying issues — soft lead alloy, inadequate coating thickness, and excessive powder charge — are manufacturing deficiencies, not platform-dependent variables. This product is not recommended.