magtech 9mm 124gr?

[AWZ1387]

Is magtech 9mm 124gr ammo any good? How does it compare to federal American eagle? 

Sg ammo has a good price on it, $169.80.

Not sure if I should get some or spend some more on something better. 

https://www.sgammo.com/product/magtech-ammo-sale/1000-round-case-9mm-luger-124-grain-fmj-ammo-magtech-9b

Edited November 7, 2019 by AWZ1387

[MadBomber]

Nothing wrong with it.  It's just as good as any of the other cheap stuff.  For that price, you almost can't reload it much cheaper.  Go for it.

[Hi-Power Jack]

And, most shooters prefer the 124 gr to the 115 gr bullets.

 

Of course, some really prefer the 147's, but don't believe there are any

great prices on the 147's. 

[elguapo]

We're not shooting precision bullseyes here.

 

If it goes bang, flies out the end of the gun, and hits roughly where you aim, it's good enough.

 

BTW, I much prefer 115 grain 9 mm ammo over everything else.  And I've used everything else.

[tdp88]

I'd go with the 115 for factory ammo. The factory 124 tends to be really hot. 

[Hi-Power Jack]

What gun are you using ?

 

What are you practicing for ?  (Competition, carry, hunting, target ?) 

[MemphisMechanic]

4 minutes ago, tdp88 said:

I'd go with the 115 for factory ammo. The factory 124 tends to be really hot. 

This is true in Magtech’s case. Their 124s are... sporty.

 

Edited November 14, 2019 by MemphisMechanic

[elguapo]

1 hour ago, tdp88 said:

I'd go with the 115 for factory ammo. The factory 124 tends to be really hot. 

 

Agreed

 

Many 124 gr factory loads are pushing 1150 - 1200 fps

[BJB]

I chroned Magtech 124 gr. 

10-shot average was 1110 fps via a 4.5" barrel.  PF=137.6.  76 deg F.

I was chroned with it at an Area 4 match and PF was 136.8. 

Competed with it just fine until I started reloading.    And, I used to buy cases & cases of ammo from the same vendor you mention, SGAmmo.com. 

A friend I compete with still uses Magtech and Fiocchi 124gr via a Shadow 2 and has no issues.

If you keep the brass for eventual reloading the Magtech stuff is slightly thicker.  Not a huge issue until you start setting 147 gr projectile deep.

[Rosswoodford]

I used to buy magtech 115's for .15-.16 per round. Of all the ammo I was trying at the time, it was the cheapest, and ironically I found it to be very clean. I didnt find it to be terribly snappy compared to other factory ammunition either. I say if its cheap enough, go for it.

 

[safarihunter]

I try to stick with the brand and weight that shoots best in my pistol.  There are enough "specials" going on that you should be able to find whatever you prefer