[Cornsnoot]

I bought some loose rounds at a gun show which were labeled
> "IMI 9mm subsonic" on the bag. They have a blue tip on them but the only
> marking on the head stamp is 97. Are these authentic Israeli SMG ammo? ​

 

[falm16]

have you shot a round to see if it will cycle an action. almost looks like practice ammo, weak.

 

[DK PHILLIPS]

IMI...?
but some of the "too" hotest ammo i have ever shot was their 357 brown box stuff....
my PYTHON couldn't take it....they would back lash to already fire rounds more than a few times!
so go with care glasses gloves.....on the other hand... FALM:... may be right too weak to cycle if practice rounds?

 

[Cornsnoot]

I haven't tried any of the ammo yet... I was wanting to add it to my UZI collection. The IMI (Israeli Military Industries) isn't on the head stamp though.

 

[jonny c.]

Yes, it is Israeli Subsonic 9mm ammo.
No, it is not "SMG" ammo, it was also intended for pistol use.
The headstamp is for a "clandestine" contract. Could be IDF or "other".
Should have a 158 grain bullet.

 

[Cornsnoot]

Interesting... OK how do I become a member?

 

[jonny c.]

Go to: www.cartridgecollectors.org
Read your way through the Home page, visit the Forum a bit. There should be a link to get membership info. If not, just PM me and I'll get them to send membership materials to you. Hope to "see" you there. Look out for any cartridge shows in your general area. If you PM me your location I can tell you about anything close.