Are these S&B 9mm Makarov cases Boxer-primed or Berdan-primed?

These cases feature standard Small Pistol Boxer primer pockets, making them much easier to deprime and reprime with conventional reloading presses compared to military surplus Berdan-primed brass. However, note that Sellier & Bellot primer pockets can occasionally run slightly tighter than some domestic US brands, requiring firm and deliberate seating during your reloading process.

Can I use these 9mm Makarov brass cases in a standard 9x19mm Parabellum or .380 ACP pistol?

No, they are strictly non-compatible. The 9x18mm Makarov uses a distinct ~18.0 mm case length and a wider bullet diameter of 0.363 to 0.365 inches, whereas 9x19mm Parabellum and 9x17mm .380 ACP have different dimensions and will fail to chamber correctly or create dangerous pressure anomalies if mismatched.

What are the pressure limitations when handloading these S&B unprimed brass cases?

These cases are manufactured to C.I.P. standards for the 9x18mm Makarov cartridge, with a maximum chamber pressure threshold of 1,600 bar or approximately 23,200 psi. They are strictly designed for standard loads and are not intended for over-pressure +P configurations.

Do I need a special firearms licence to purchase unprimed brass cases in Australia?

In Australia, empty unprimed brass cases are generally considered unregulated inert components compared to live ammunition or propellants. However, your ability to purchase and possess them is still subject to state and territory firearms legislation, which commonly ties handgun-calibre components to a valid Category H licence.

9mm Makarov Brass - Sellier & Bellot V316302

The Sellier & Bellot 9mm Makarov Unprimed Brass 50 Pack provides factory-drawn cartridge brass cases designed for handloading 9×18mm Makarov ammunition. Manufactured to standard C.I.P. dimensions, each case features an unprimed Boxer primer pocket that accepts standard Small Pistol Boxer primers, allowing reloaders to deprime, re-prime, and resize using standard handgun reloading dies without specialty Berdan tooling. Each empty brass case weighs approximately 3.8 g (~58 grains), with the 50-pack bag weighing approximately 200 g. Designed for sport shooting and target handloads, these cases undergo factory annealing to improve neck ductility and resist splitting across multiple firing and resizing cycles.

Key Features

Factory Annealed Brass: Undergoes manufacturer annealing to improve brass ductility, maximize case neck life, and resist splitting during repetitive firing and resizing cycles.
Boxer Primer Pocket: Built with standard modern Boxer primer pockets compatible with Small Pistol primers, eliminating the need for Berdan depriming tools.
Distinct Headstamp Identification: Marked with standard Sellier & Bellot calibre designations to prevent sorting mix-ups with standard 9×19mm Parabellum brass.
Calibre-Specific Dimensions: Engineered to accept true 0.363–0.365 inch (9.22–9.27 mm) diameter bullets for proper headspacing and chambering in 9×18mm firearms.

Specifications

Calibre: 9mm Makarov (9×18mm Makarov / 9×18mm PM)
Nominal Case Length: ~18.0 mm (~0.707–0.709 inches)
Bullet Diameter Compatibility: 0.363 to 0.365 inches (9.22 to 9.27 mm)
Pocket Type: Boxer primer pocket (Small Pistol Boxer primer)
Material: Drawn cartridge brass (CuZn alloy)
Condition: New, unprimed, factory-annealed
Individual Case Weight: Approximately 3.8 g (~58 grains)
Total Pack Weight: Approximately 200 g (50 cases per pack)
Maximum Chamber Pressure: 1,600 bar (~23,200 psi) C.I.P. maximum

Who is the S&B Sellier & Bellot 9mm Makarov Unprimed Brass 50 Pack for?

Handloaders crafting custom target and practice ammunition — requires unprimed brass cases featuring Boxer-primed pockets and a standard ~18.0 mm case length that cycle seamlessly through standard reloading presses for precise, repeatable target loads.
Shooters maintaining vintage handguns such as the Makarov PM, CZ Vz. 82, and P-64 — relies on factory-drawn 9mm Makarov brass engineered to seat nominal 0.363–0.365 inch bullets correctly in military-surplus chambers without causing headspacing or chambering failures.

Less suitable for: Handloaders loading for 9×19mm Parabellum, 9×17mm (.380 ACP), or 9×21mm platforms, or those seeking loads exceeding the 1,600 bar (~23,200 psi) C.I.P. limit; these applications require distinct 17.0 mm or 19.0 mm cartridge cases designed for 0.355 inch bullets or specialized high-pressure +P rated brass.

SKU	SAB42095LP
Model #	V316302
Brand	S&B
Shipping Weight	1.0000kg

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