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[maxfaxdude]

I finally received the 7.65 French Long ammunition (for a MAS38 submachinegun) that I had ordered in October 2020.

 

It appears to be well-made but I have never used it before.  I couldn't find anyone else who currently manufactures this now apparently rare caliber.

 

Anyone here have any experience with Steinel ammo in general and 7.65 French Long in particular?

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Edited by maxfaxdude, 13 January 2021 - 10:15 PM.

[TSMGguy]

You're probably the first. Let us know how it goes.

[ron_brock]

I didnt know they made 7.65 French L. I bought dies and brass and hand loaded for my 1935A. May order some as the pricing is great for such a scarce round!!

Thanks
Ron

[av8tr]

I have ordered some 7.65 French Long from Buffalo Arms, but it has a soft point (they call it a jacketed RNSP bullet.)  works fine in a 1935A, but is unreliable in a MAS 38.  Ive had some fail to feed because the soft tip hits the feed ramp and jams.  I think I, too, may try some of the Steinel for my MAS 38.  It is much cheaper than the Buffalo Arms as well.

[BillyDixon]

where is this steinel ammo made ? ,what factory or country ? just wondering

[av8tr]

Company appears to be located in Ohio.  Their website mentions they "small shop", so I would guess the ammo is made in the USA.

[ron_brock]

I ordered some. Looks like its back ordered now. They also load 8mm Nambu, another tough one to get

Ron

[Speeddemon02]

 

FWIW

[BillyDixon]

whats the headstamps look like on this stuff ? just wondering

[maxfaxdude]

whats the headstamps look like on this stuff ? just wondering

7.65 French Long compared to 9 mm Parabellum.

 

7.65 French Long headstamp

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[inertord]

I believe that the majority of their ammunition is loaded on Starline Manufacture Brass.