M-96 is one of the Chinese imports it is an 8 round model there are both. As to the ammo you have, what does the head stamp say? Most Chinese ammo is copper washed. My Russian ammo came in 16 round packs in pink paper and tied with a string. Beware of ALL Chech military ammo, they made NOTHING low enough pressure to use in a C-96!

Ivan

I gave up on buying ammo. I have FL dies from RCBS and make my brass from 223 cases. If your extractor isn't flush when loaded, it wasn't fit correctly; trim and fit it or use different ammo (your choice). Lyman loading data is safe for all Broomhandles. I use .309 projectiles. With Russian ammo, I got a 4" group (8 shot) at 100 yard using a rest and the shoulder stock (back in the mid 90's when my eyes were younger!)

I pull it out for show and tell every other year or so. I always draw a crowd!