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SharpCdn · March 19, 2001, 11:51 PM

I am interested in reproducing as close as posible this load for a couple of my WW2 german pistols. (P.08 & p38)

I understand that they used a light bullet/high velocity combination, but am curious as to the actual projectile weight, and the average velocity from the pistols of that era.

I am also curious if they used higher pressure ammunition for their SMG's, or whether they used one load for all their 9mm firearms in their inventory at the time.

I have often wondered about the original 9mm loads, and appreciate any input you guys have on this subject.

Thanks in advance.

March 19, 2001, 11:51 PM	#1
SharpCdn Member Join Date: July 29, 1999 Location: Ottawa, Canada Posts: 72	I am interested in reproducing as close as posible this load for a couple of my WW2 german pistols. (P.08 & p38) I understand that they used a light bullet/high velocity combination, but am curious as to the actual projectile weight, and the average velocity from the pistols of that era. I am also curious if they used higher pressure ammunition for their SMG's, or whether they used one load for all their 9mm firearms in their inventory at the time. I have often wondered about the original 9mm loads, and appreciate any input you guys have on this subject. Thanks in advance.