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Old 06-02-2015, 08:20 AM
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Has anyone had any experience with the new "Plastic Bullets" by: PolyCase?
I belive they are marketed as: Inceptor ARX SD. Very expensive I've been told!
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This may be of interest to you:

International Ammunition Association {iaaforum.org} - View topic - 9mm Polycase "Inceptor" frangible ammo
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Old 06-02-2015, 06:25 PM
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The new July Guns&Ammo has a lengthy article about the ARX including gel tests.
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The new July Guns&Ammo has a lengthy article about the ARX including gel tests.
Yes; I know. That is what inspired my asking

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Just finished the article myself. Available in .380 for $30. Experimenting with plastic or polymer case also.
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NAH...... seem a bit too light even for Range use.
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Interesting vid review with 3in 9mm and .380

https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=39&v=J7_C6kNfjiA
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Picked up a 20rd box of Inceptor 45ACP for my XDs 3.3in.

With the 5rd mag and one in the pipe, the gun weighs an ounce and a half less than with 230gr.

Cycled the gun perfectly.

Noticeably less felt recoil than the 230gr Fed Hydra-shok I've been carrying.

10rds through the chronograph. High 1133fps Low 1114fps.
Stated velocity on the box 1150fps.

Guns&Ammo did a gel test using a 1911.
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15.94in just gel. 15.75in with denim.


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This looks like another gimmick to me. I don't think I'll be swapping out my 230 grain Ranger SXT's anytime soon. I might buy a couple of boxes to add to my ammo collection because I don't think anyone else will be busting down the door for these either. Who knows how long they'll be around?
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I wrote a bit about my (favorable) experiences with the stuff on Post 44 of this thread: No Hollow Points

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Groo here
I am thinking we are putting too much weight on the
FBI type tests and specs.
LE requirements are different than SD .
WE would not be required to shoot through cover , at extended ranges,
or stay rather than leave.
The new types of ammo may be better than we think, and
penetration not so important as LE specs.
This round is lighter [ slows down faster so less range]
It also will take some weight of the gun [ especially doublestack and bigger bore]
Cost is a factor but you don't need that many.
And low recoil would allow for faster shooting.
Not an all around bullet but for city , home , etc ???????????????
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Friend just bought some Polycase Inceptor ARX 45ACP.
The box had Ruger's name and logo printed on it. ???????
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Friend just bought some Polycase Inceptor ARX 45ACP.
The box had Ruger's name and logo printed on it. ???????
They've been partnered with Ruger for a few months now.
Anyone else see Ruger's new ammunition line?
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Does the direction of spin (rifling) affect the performance?
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