Unique Aspects of a New, Hand-Reloadable Ammunition

• NCJ Number: 125055
• Journal: Journal of Forensic Sciences Volume: 35 Issue: 4 Dated: (July 1990) Pages: 987-991
• Author(s): J R Lauridson; E H Scheuerman
• Date Published: 1990
• Length: 5 pages
• Publication Format: Article
• Publication Type: Report (Technical)
• Language: English
• Country: United States of America

Annotation

The unique shape and ballistics aspects of a new variety of hand-reloadable ammunition manufactured by the United States Ammunition Company are described.

Abstract

The thin copper plating of the projectiles will usually be lost after the weapon is fired. As a result, specific rifling marks will usually be lost, making identification difficult. The medical examiner should be aware of the implications of finding these projectiles during death investigations. 3 notes, 2 photographs, and 3 references. (Author abstract)