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NewXDShooter · 02-16-2005, 03:52 AM

Does anyone here shoot the new polymer coated Wolf in their XD's? I'm wondering because I shoot it in my rifle and have never had any problems.

**hobocircus** · 02-16-2005, 04:01 AM

Some people don't like it. For me, I like it, my wallet likes it and most importantly, both of my XDs love it.

DoubleTap · 02-16-2005, 04:44 AM

I've shot it, but i was told by the gunsmith at the range that wolf ammunition can cause long term problems. something about the coating they put on it.

so for safeties sake i spend the extra dollar and a half and get decent practice ammo.

dolanp · 02-16-2005, 05:32 AM

Never tried it but from what I've heard Wolf is okay to use in rifles but not recommended by most in pistols. Supposedly it is dirty and not too good for your pistol. I'd stick to the CCI Blazer and WWB for cheap ammo, myself.

bigwilly11189 · 02-16-2005, 05:36 AM

My understanding is the older Wolf Ammo had a laquer coating which was not good for the pistol, but now its polymer coated (is that the green coating?) which does not harm the pistol, but yes the powder may burn a little dirty, but I always clean my gun after every session so what does it matter???

XD BACKUP GUN · 02-16-2005, 06:10 AM

Quote:

I've shot it, but i was told by the gunsmith at the range that wolf ammunition can cause long term problems. something about the coating they put on it.

Quote:

My understanding is the older Wolf Ammo had a laquer coating which was not good for the pistol, but now its polymer coated (is that the green coating?) which does not harm the pistol, but yes the powder may burn a little dirty, but I always clean my gun after every session so what does it matter???

If this is the case why do so many people shoot it in their pistols....what is different about a rifle and a pistol in regards to the damage Wolf ammo could possibly do?
Just curious?
Edited for piss poor spelling!

Brickboy240 · 02-16-2005, 08:02 AM

I shoot Wolf 7.62x39 in my SKSs all the time. It does have a funky smell to it, though. Otheriwse it shoots well.

I tried their 45acp ball once in my 1911s and it was the filthiest ammo I have ever shot. Then, I was told by my very 1911-savvy gunsmith that steel cased ammo can wear the extractor prematurely and I stopped using it. (the extractor is key to 1911 functionability)

The filthiness alone was reason enough not to use it. It seemed accurate enough, though.

-Brickboy240

FatMatt1981 · 02-16-2005, 08:45 AM

people prolly never have any trouble shooting russian ammo out of russian type ak's and sks's.....them things were designed for shooting whatever you can find layin around...prolly why the ak is the preferred weapon of our enemies

Brickboy240 · 02-16-2005, 09:13 AM

I agree. If I wanted a no frills...shoot anything anytime rifle...I am grabbing one of my SKSs first. Nothing can stop those things! They would probably feed parking lot gravel, if you put it in the magazine.

-Brickboy240

jeep2919 · 02-16-2005, 10:25 AM

My XD has had no problems with Wolf. Until someone actually shows me proof of extra wear from the steel cases I will continue to use it. The only downside is that it is dirty and the sealer on the primers gets everywhere. I also clean my gun everytime I use it so this is not a problem. I did have a problem feeding the .380 wolf through my Bersa as it tends to be less powerful (in my opinion) than other rounds and would not cycle the slide very well. The .40 for my XD also seems lighter but cycles perfectly.

02-16-2005, 03:52 AM	#1
NewXDShooter XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Feb 2005 Posts: 10	Wolf Ammunition Does anyone here shoot the new polymer coated Wolf in their XD's? I'm wondering because I shoot it in my rifle and have never had any problems. __________________ XD-9 4\" service model 2003 SAR-1 with AK-74 style muzzle brake and other \"evil\" features.

02-16-2005, 04:01 AM	#2
hobocircus XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: The Nevada Desert on a Dry Lakebed. Living in a trailer with thunderstorms looming in the distance. Posts: 3,347	Some people don't like it. For me, I like it, my wallet likes it and most importantly, both of my XDs love it. __________________ Ported V-10 XD9 Service SOLD Tactical XD9 in Basic Black I like to shoot Wolf ammo out of my Hi-Point pistol and rifle.

02-16-2005, 04:44 AM	#3
DoubleTap XDTalk Newbie Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 6	I've shot it, but i was told by the gunsmith at the range that wolf ammunition can cause long term problems. something about the coating they put on it. so for safeties sake i spend the extra dollar and a half and get decent practice ammo. __________________ \"the choice was between war and dishonor, he chose dishonor, so he gets war.....\"

02-16-2005, 08:02 AM	#7
Brickboy240 XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Houston, TX, USA Posts: 9,313	I shoot Wolf 7.62x39 in my SKSs all the time. It does have a funky smell to it, though. Otheriwse it shoots well. I tried their 45acp ball once in my 1911s and it was the filthiest ammo I have ever shot. Then, I was told by my very 1911-savvy gunsmith that steel cased ammo can wear the extractor prematurely and I stopped using it. (the extractor is key to 1911 functionability) The filthiness alone was reason enough not to use it. It seemed accurate enough, though. -Brickboy240 __________________ The top 25% of wage earners in America pay 86% of all federal income taxes collected. (according to 2007 IRS website data) Es mejor morir a pie que vivir arrodillado Volvo...the Swedish Brick!

02-16-2005, 08:45 AM	#8
FatMatt1981 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Indiana Posts: 1,467	people prolly never have any trouble shooting russian ammo out of russian type ak's and sks's.....them things were designed for shooting whatever you can find layin around...prolly why the ak is the preferred weapon of our enemies __________________ \"Through strength, we deter tyranny\" ICVM OD XD-40 4\" Black on black XD-9 4\"

02-16-2005, 05:32 AM	#4
dolanp XDTalk 500 Member Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: N TX Posts: 784	Never tried it but from what I've heard Wolf is okay to use in rifles but not recommended by most in pistols. Supposedly it is dirty and not too good for your pistol. I'd stick to the CCI Blazer and WWB for cheap ammo, myself.

02-16-2005, 05:36 AM	#5
bigwilly11189 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 118	My understanding is the older Wolf Ammo had a laquer coating which was not good for the pistol, but now its polymer coated (is that the green coating?) which does not harm the pistol, but yes the powder may burn a little dirty, but I always clean my gun after every session so what does it matter???

02-16-2005, 09:13 AM	#9
Brickboy240 XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Houston, TX, USA Posts: 9,313	I agree. If I wanted a no frills...shoot anything anytime rifle...I am grabbing one of my SKSs first. Nothing can stop those things! They would probably feed parking lot gravel, if you put it in the magazine. -Brickboy240 __________________ The top 25% of wage earners in America pay 86% of all federal income taxes collected. (according to 2007 IRS website data) Es mejor morir a pie que vivir arrodillado Volvo...the Swedish Brick!

02-16-2005, 10:25 AM	#10
jeep2919 XDTalk 100 Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 143	My XD has had no problems with Wolf. Until someone actually shows me proof of extra wear from the steel cases I will continue to use it. The only downside is that it is dirty and the sealer on the primers gets everywhere. I also clean my gun everytime I use it so this is not a problem. I did have a problem feeding the .380 wolf through my Bersa as it tends to be less powerful (in my opinion) than other rounds and would not cycle the slide very well. The .40 for my XD also seems lighter but cycles perfectly.

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