Knowledgebase
Russia
Manufacturer
Barnaul Cartridge Plant (BPZ)
Headquarters
Barnaul, Altai Krai, Russia
Based on 14 reviews on LuckyGunner.com
Golden Bear Ammo is both a quality and unique ammunition product. The name Golden Bear describes the color of the gold ammunition. The steel case of Golden Bear is coated with brass allowing for the performance of a brass cased ammunition product but for the lower cost of a steel cased ammunition product.
Golden Bear Ammunition is also Berdan primed which ensures ignition and allows for a longer product life. If you're looking for a good practice ammunition, Golden Bear is one of the most economical products on the market!
Golden Bear Ammunition is manufactured in one of the leading production plants for ammunition in Russia known as the Barnaul Machine Plant JSC.
Specifications
| Case Material |
Brass-washed (zinc-plated) steel |
| Primer Type |
Berdan (non-corrosive) |
| Specialties |
Premium-feel steel-cased ammunition |
| Market Segment |
Budget |
| Key Calibers |
7.62x39, .223 Rem, 9mm Luger |
FAQ
Is Golden Bear brass or steel cased?
Golden Bear uses steel cases with a brass-colored zinc coating (brass-washed). Despite the brass appearance, the underlying case is steel. This means it will attract a magnet and is not reloadable, but the coating provides better corrosion resistance than bare steel.
Will Golden Bear set off range magnets?
Yes. Since Golden Bear uses steel cases (despite the brass coloring), they will be attracted to magnets. Many indoor ranges that prohibit steel-cased ammunition will detect Golden Bear with their magnet test. Check with your range before bringing this ammunition.
How does Golden Bear compare to Brown Bear?
Both are made at the Barnaul plant with similar projectiles and powder charges. The main difference is the case treatment: Golden Bear uses brass-washed steel while Brown Bear uses lacquer-coated steel. Golden Bear tends to cost slightly more due to the additional processing step.
