[squid8286]

I use Federal "9BP" (115 Grain JHP Standard Pressure.) It is an old round, but it still works well in shootings it has been involved in, and it feeds in every 9mm I have ever used it in.

 

[scotthickoryky]

i use 115 grain xtp taching a tad over 1300

 

[SeventhSide]

Running with Federal Tactical HST 124gr, love it.

 

[TarawaS2000]

I prefer Ranger Ts to anything else. Federal HST is fantastic defensive ammo that I consider a close second and Speer Gold Dot third.

 

[Floyd]

Buy at least one box ( preferably more) of each kind of SD ammo you are considering. Shoot them all and determine which one cycles the most reliably and is accurate. Then use that.

Don't get hung up on some prosecutor or lawyer picking apart the ammo you use. It's off the shelf self defense ammo. You bought it for self defense. You're talking about your life here. Using inferior ammo to protect life is stupid. Period. And I would like to see some evidence of one single case where an otherwise good shoot resulted in a conviction or judgement against someone in a self defense case because of what type of ammo you were using. I'll wait.

 

[TarawaS2000]

Buy at least one box ( preferably more) of each kind of SD ammo you are considering. Shoot them all and determine which one cycles the most reliably and is accurate. Then use that.

Don't get hung up on some prosecutor or lawyer picking apart the ammo you use. It's off the shelf self defense ammo. You bought it for self defense. You're talking about your life here. Using inferior ammo to protect life is stupid. Period. And I would like to see some evidence of one single case where an otherwise good shoot resulted in a conviction or judgement against someone in a self defense case because of what type of ammo you were using. I'll wait.

All this is great advice and I couldn't agree more.

It makes for an expensive range but new ammo needs to be cycled.

I wish I knew where that stupid rumor of lawyers bringing up ammo choice got started, I'd kick that dude square in the balls. Probably the same dude who recommends a pink subcompact to small females as their first gun.

 

[Raisin]

Check out this test result from ShootingTheBull410 on Youtube.

 

[stepheninaz]

Speer Gold Dot 124gr JHP +P

 

[Mick]

^^^ +1

 

[OldArmy]

Go to Your Caliber and study results, its pretty easy to decide what to carry

Handgun Self-Defense Ammunition - Ballistic Testing Data

Lucky Gunner tests more than 110 different 9mm, 45 ACP, 40 S&W and 380 ACP handgun self-defense ammunition loads in ballistic gel with analysis and video.

www.luckygunner.com

 

[neculceaion]

Equipment in any hike has two main characteristics that significantly impact the hike's quality. Such characteristics are the weight and dimensions of the equipment. Therefore, when hunting, the hunter tries to minimize his equipment, choosing everything he needs. This also applies to weapons and their equipment. But you can't go hunting without bullets. Another question is how many to take and how to transport and use them during transitions. You will say that bandoliers exist for this, and you cannot argue with them. Another question arises, which one to choose? Some hunters try to get a large, roomy belt bandolier or bulletproof vest. You can look for something here, where I buy the bullets themselves.

 

[Rick M]

For buying ammo locally as opposed to online; I’ve found Rural King to be the most reasonable pricewise for the main carry pistol calibers; .45 acp, .40 S&W, 9mm., and .22 LR.

Beyond those calibers; my LGS has the best selection and variety of range and carry ammo.

My carry ammo is mostly Hornady, Sig, and Wilson.

 

[tataunka16]

Hi Guys

I have an M&P sheild 9mm I looking for some defensive carry ammo.
what should I use? and where can I buy it I do not order on line at all
never have.so plz any advice on what to carry


Thanks to all of you for the help
Jeff US ARMY VET

SIG Sauer VCrown or Elite Performance 115gr or 124gr, Federal HST or Hi-Shok. Underwood Extreme Defender. Are but a few. But you need to shoot at least 2 mags rapid fire, to make sure your gun will eat them for dinner. Never trust ammunition or firearms you don't personally fire. Firearms are all the same but all very different. 147 grain for your home defense gun.
The bigger and heavier the gun, the softer the recoil in theory. Ammunition is similar. What can your barrel withstand safely +p or standard?
Good place to start while available. YouTube. The manufacturer & grain you've chosen with the length of barrel, "gel test" in your search parameters.
There's a plethrea of places online, or check your local gun stores. FMJ or TMJ in a variety of weights for target practice. To see what suits you best, you may not like light or heavy for caliber, you may not like +p ammunition. Remember hollow points and other specialty ammo is for self defense. FMJ & TMJ are for target, but always test your defensive loads.
Happy shooting.

 

[Nittany lion fan]

I carry Hornady critical duty in all of my handguns. Just personal preference

I use Critical Defense in my compact Shields.

 

[jkv45]

230gr HSTs

 

[czgunner]

Gold Dot or HST.

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[Nittany lion fan]

I use Hornady Critical Defense, which is designed for shorter barrel (not full sized) pistols and less penetration through hard objects (windshields, glass, drywall), as is Critical Duty.

 

[crc4]

Look at this post, Ammo tests - Science, not just opinion

Data showing actual penetration, wound cavities, and different bullet weights.