Description
The Blazer Aluminum 10mm Auto 200gr FMJ load from CCI, part number 3597, is built for one purpose: letting you shoot your 10mm Auto pistol more often for less money. Blazer Aluminum swaps the usual brass case for a heat-treated, aircraft-grade aluminum case, which keeps the price down while still delivering consistent function at the range.
Blazer Aluminum 10mm Auto 200gr FMJ Overview
CCI lists this load at 1,050 fps at the muzzle, dropping to about 985 fps at 50 yards and 933 fps at 100 yards. That makes it a moderate 10mm load rather than a full-power hunting round, closer in feel to a hot 40 S&W than to the stout factory 10mm loads used for woods carry. For most shooters that is a good thing: the softer recoil makes long range sessions more pleasant and helps newer 10mm owners build good habits.
The 200 grain full metal jacket bullet is a heavy, round-nose style target projectile designed to feed reliably and punch clean holes in paper and steel.
Why Aluminum Cases
Aluminum is lighter and cheaper than brass, which is how CCI keeps Blazer Aluminum among the more affordable 10mm options. The tradeoff is that these cases are non-reloadable. They use Berdan-style primers and aluminum does not stand up to resizing the way brass does, so handloaders who save their brass should look at a brass-cased load instead. Spent aluminum cases are often sorted out at ranges that collect brass, so ask before you leave them on the floor.
Reliability in Your Pistol
Blazer Aluminum has a long track record in common service pistols, and most modern 10mm handguns, including the Glock 20, run it without trouble. Because this is a moderate load, a few pistols set up with heavy recoil springs for full-power ammunition may cycle less crisply. If you see failures to eject or lock back, try a different load or consult the maker about spring weights. Always test a box before relying on any new ammunition.
Practice, Not Defense
This is target and training ammunition. Full metal jacket bullets do not expand, so they can over-penetrate and are not the right choice for self-defense or hunting. Use it to build skill and confirm function, then carry a proven hollow point or a hard cast or solid load designed for your purpose. Keeping practice and duty ammunition close in point of impact makes the transition easier.
Range Rules
Some ranges restrict certain ammunition types, such as steel-core or steel-cased rounds. Aluminum-cased rounds with copper-jacketed bullets are usually welcome, but rules vary, so check with your range first. Outdoors, pick up your spent cases and dispose of them properly.
Recoil and Shootability
The 10mm Auto has a reputation for snappy recoil, but this 200 grain load at 1,050 fps is noticeably milder than full-power loads that push the same weight bullet much faster. Shooters coming from 9mm or 40 S&W usually adjust quickly. If you plan to carry hotter ammunition in the field, finish each practice session with a magazine of that load so you stay familiar with its recoil.
Storage
Store this ammunition in a cool, dry place away from solvents and lubricants. Aluminum cases resist corrosion well, but keeping the factory box closed and out of humidity helps primers and powder stay reliable for years.
Specifications
- Brand: Blazer Ammunition (CCI)
- Line: Blazer Aluminum
- Part number: 3597
- Caliber: 10mm Auto
- Bullet weight: 200 grain
- Bullet type: full metal jacket (FMJ)
- Muzzle velocity: 1,050 fps
- Velocity at 50 / 100 yards: 985 / 933 fps
- Case: aluminum, Berdan primed
- Count: 50 rounds per box
- UPC: 076683035974
- Made in the USA
Before You Buy
Federal law requires buyers of handgun ammunition to be at least 21 years old when buying from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities restrict ammunition purchases, require background checks or limit shipping, so check your local rules before you order.
Who It Is For
The Blazer Aluminum 10mm Auto 200gr FMJ is a great fit for 10mm Auto owners who want affordable range ammunition for regular practice, pistol break-in and function testing.
Buy the Blazer Aluminum 10mm Auto 200gr FMJ at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Blazer Aluminum 10mm Auto 200gr FMJ online and we will ship it to you where state and local law allow, or browse our full selection of ammunition for more handgun loads. For factory details, visit CCI Ammunition.
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