Which .45 ammo makes the biggest flame? - Page 2

sm · October 8th, 2006, 12:43 AM

Muzzleflash is something I check after ammo is reliable in platform and all mags, and checking for POA/POI.

I do want NOT muzzleflash , I want the least in the event low light/no light situations.

Remington seemed to the worst with a bone stock Gov't 1911 last time shooting in low light. Too many variables I suppose with platforms, and barrel lengths. Ammo lots vary too...

Steve

Skygod · October 8th, 2006, 01:41 PM

What is the purpose of the question ??? Most factory exotic self defense loads use flash suppressant fillers to avoid blinding muzzle flash at night.

Wonder cartridges such as Double Tap do NOT use flash suppressant fillers, therefore you get a nice blow torch out of your blaster at night.

Again, what's the purpose of the question ??

kd5nrh · October 9th, 2006, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by sm

Remington seemed to the worst with a bone stock Gov't 1911 last time shooting in low light.

The UMC, or some of their better stuff? Golden Sabers seem to be one of the least flashy rounds I've fired. Never tried the low-end stuff in anything but full sun, though.

Sheldon J · October 9th, 2006, 10:54 AM

Now on a note aside from ammo if you want more flash get a shorter barreled gun for your CCW. Shot a .22 Mag derringer at dusk once, looked like a flame thrower with at least 3+' of fire.

Skysoldier · October 12th, 2006, 04:39 PM

I shot some Remington 185gr non plus P today and it lit up the booth quite nicely.

nn · October 13th, 2006, 03:01 PM

Try some Taurus. I started a tree smoldering with it.
[I know you meant out the end of the pipe ]

sgtD · October 13th, 2006, 09:32 PM

Don't know about factory ammo, but find out what kind of powder they use in Hollywierd and build your own. In the movies they produce blank ammo for maximum flash so it shows up well on camera. I'm sure you could cook something up at a reloading station for the best effect. I would think you could find a reload setup for a slow burning powder and use the shortest barrel length available.

Why you would want to make a big flash is a bigger question. (to draw return fire your way perhaps?) I'm all about light discipline myself, but hey, to each his own.

HighVelocity · October 14th, 2006, 12:37 AM

Winclean 185gr or Rem UMC 185 gr fmj. The Remingtons are in the green and white box, I haven't tried the yellow boxed ones.
Occasionally I will shoot an IDPA match with either of the above if it's going to get dark during the match. It's fun to see peoples reactions (especially the safety officer), when I start sending solar flares downrange with my 1911. I've got a vid clip of me shooting the Rems between two blue barrels and the Safety Officer leaning back away from me. You can hear her voice on the vid saying DAAAAAAYUM.

October 8th, 2006, 12:43 AM	#11
sm Member Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 127	Muzzleflash is something I check after ammo is reliable in platform and all mags, and checking for POA/POI. I do want NOT muzzleflash , I want the least in the event low light/no light situations. Remington seemed to the worst with a bone stock Gov't 1911 last time shooting in low light. Too many variables I suppose with platforms, and barrel lengths. Ammo lots vary too... Steve __________________ Use Enough Gun

October 8th, 2006, 01:41 PM	#12
Skygod Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Kentucky Posts: 448	What's the purpose of the question ??? What is the purpose of the question ??? Most factory exotic self defense loads use flash suppressant fillers to avoid blinding muzzle flash at night. Wonder cartridges such as Double Tap do NOT use flash suppressant fillers, therefore you get a nice blow torch out of your blaster at night. Again, what's the purpose of the question ?? __________________ "I'm ridin, I'm shinin up my saddle" Aerosmith "Back in the saddle"

October 9th, 2006, 10:54 AM	#14
Sheldon J Distinguished Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Battle Creek, Mi. Posts: 1,686	Now on a note aside from ammo if you want more flash get a shorter barreled gun for your CCW. Shot a .22 Mag derringer at dusk once, looked like a flame thrower with at least 3+' of fire. __________________ "The sword dose not cause the murder, and the maker of the sword dose not bear sin" Rabbi Solomon ben Isaac 11th century

October 13th, 2006, 09:32 PM	#17
sgtD Distinguished Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Kansas Posts: 1,711	Don't know about factory ammo, but find out what kind of powder they use in Hollywierd and build your own. In the movies they produce blank ammo for maximum flash so it shows up well on camera. I'm sure you could cook something up at a reloading station for the best effect. I would think you could find a reload setup for a slow burning powder and use the shortest barrel length available. Why you would want to make a big flash is a bigger question. (to draw return fire your way perhaps?) I'm all about light discipline myself, but hey, to each his own. __________________ When you've got 'em by the balls, their hearts & minds will follow. Semper Fi.

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October 12th, 2006, 04:39 PM	#15
Skysoldier Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Ohio Posts: 175	I shot some Remington 185gr non plus P today and it lit up the booth quite nicely.

October 13th, 2006, 03:01 PM	#16
nn VIP Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: NC Posts: 4,584	Try some Taurus. I started a tree smoldering with it. [I know you meant out the end of the pipe ]

October 14th, 2006, 12:37 AM	#18
HighVelocity Member Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: TEXAS Posts: 248	Winclean 185gr or Rem UMC 185 gr fmj. The Remingtons are in the green and white box, I haven't tried the yellow boxed ones. Occasionally I will shoot an IDPA match with either of the above if it's going to get dark during the match. It's fun to see peoples reactions (especially the safety officer), when I start sending solar flares downrange with my 1911. I've got a vid clip of me shooting the Rems between two blue barrels and the Safety Officer leaning back away from me. You can hear her voice on the vid saying DAAAAAAYUM.