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Hornady is temporarily loading this ammo with non-plated brass cases due to the current unavailability of nickel.
This standard pressure load from Hornady’s Critical Defense line in the popular 9mm Luger cartridge is an excellent choice for your concealed carry firearm. Ideal for use in the Glock 19, Sig P938, or 9mm Parabellum variants of the Springfield XD, these rounds use a 115 grain version of Hornady’s new FTX jacketed hollow point and achieve muzzle velocities of 1140 feet per second. These rounds use low-flash propellants for effective nighttime use.
Hornady Flex Tip bullets use a polymer tipped-hollow point that flies true, feeds reliably (even in tubular magazines), and delivers controlled expansion in the target. They are used in a wide variety of Hornady product lines for hunting and self-defense.
Hornady is a manufacturer of high-end hunting and personal defense hollow points. Founded in 1949, the company entered the loaded ammo market in the 1980s and quickly gained market share due to the quality of its bullet designs and the consistency of its components. The company is led by Steve Hornady, son of founder J.W. Hornady, and produces all of its ammo at its Grand Island, Nebraska headquarters and factory.
This standard pressure load from Hornady’s Critical Defense line in the popular 9mm Luger cartridge is an excellent choice for your concealed carry firearm. Ideal for use in the Glock 19, Sig P938, or 9mm Parabellum variants of the Springfield XD, these rounds use a 115 grain version of Hornady’s new FTX jacketed hollow point and achieve muzzle velocities of 1140 feet per second. These rounds use low-flash propellants for effective nighttime use.
Hornady Flex Tip bullets use a polymer tipped-hollow point that flies true, feeds reliably (even in tubular magazines), and delivers controlled expansion in the target. They are used in a wide variety of Hornady product lines for hunting and self-defense.
Hornady is a manufacturer of high-end hunting and personal defense hollow points. Founded in 1949, the company entered the loaded ammo market in the 1980s and quickly gained market share due to the quality of its bullet designs and the consistency of its components. The company is led by Steve Hornady, son of founder J.W. Hornady, and produces all of its ammo at its Grand Island, Nebraska headquarters and factory.
Customer Reviews
Good product and delivered on time.
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Most of us have used these before. It is a good product for a specific use. The one thing that I want to convey is that when they say it is in stock, IT IS IN STOCK. I have placed 4 orders at other sites for parts in the past 2 weeks. 3 of the 4 sites have said the product is now on back order even though it showed in stock when I placed the order. Thank you Steve for being honest.
1 month ago I had a question and customer service was fantastic. (Posted on 5/26/2022)
1 month ago I had a question and customer service was fantastic. (Posted on 5/26/2022)
Works great in MOST autos
Review by George
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Smooth and accurate out of my CZ and Glock, but simply will not feed in my Taurus G3C. Otherwise would be 5 stars. Always test your gun and ammo BEFORE carrying. Remember you may be betting your life. Its not the odds, but the stakes! (Posted on 6/14/2021)
Hornady is the BEST ammo in a handgun.
Review by derail325i
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I'm a Forensic Tech. I've processed many shootings. Hornady ammo expands just like the pictures in the ads. The red tip does the job, perfect. They always expand and stay together.
I understand why people might get upset with the current price and supply problems but what's your life worth. There is no other ammo that performs as reliable. (Posted on 3/5/2021)
I understand why people might get upset with the current price and supply problems but what's your life worth. There is no other ammo that performs as reliable. (Posted on 3/5/2021)
PERFECT DEFENSE AMMO
Review by STEPHEN
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I HAVE THIS IN 9MM AND 45acp. NEVER jams, NEVER fails to fire, NEVER disappoints. Understand, I am an avid, ardent, loyal, and hardcore Colt fan. I run this Hornady Critical Defense through a 45acp Commander, 45acp Defender and 9mm Defender. Both this 9mm and the 45acp Hornady Critical Defense NEVER disappoint. And I ONLY use Wilson Combat magazines. (Posted on 2/19/2021)
Trash
Review by Drifone
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This ammo is complete garbage. You are basically paying full price for a 25 round box of 115gr 9mm JHP. The only difference here is these have a rubberized filling in the cavity. Just a sales con and pitch. These did not fare any better in some tests I ran last summer than cheap JHPs. Penetration through gel was actually less. Trash ammo, sales con and pitch. (Posted on 1/18/2021)
Works great in my Walter PPQ M2 9mm
Review by Paul
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So far no complaints. Reliable feeding ammo. (Posted on 11/29/2020)
Feeds Nicely through Glock 19 Gen 4
Review by Jordan
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I don't know what the man's review in 2014 was all about, but I've run hundreds of these through my Glock 19 gen4 with ABSOLUTELY ZERO failures. I run this ammo in my Glock 19 gen4 as my concealed carry pistol and would bet my life on it. I also keep my gun perfectly cleaned and oiled which might have been his problem. (Posted on 2/24/2017)
Shoots great for 9mm
Review by JLM
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I have been looking for a good load that groups consistent in my 9 mm Hi Power. This is the best I have found so far. No jams or misfires with this ammo. Check out online how the bullet mushrooms. This stays intact and not fragments. Have had tight groups with this ammo and would recommend this home or personal defense. (Posted on 1/19/2017)
Good deal on reliable ammo
Review by Allandrew07
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The first ammo I bought with my s&w sd9ve (Posted on 4/28/2016)
Good stuff
Review by Me
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No jams or failures to extract. Reliable in my Canik TP9SA although I do think the Hornady Critical Duty would be a better fit for my gun since it has a longer barrel and the Duty's are meant for longer barrels. (Posted on 8/13/2015)
Worth the price
Review by David J
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I stake my life on this ammo. Quarter inch group from compact Bersa BP9CC and Springfield XD-9 Service. End of story and review. (Posted on 1/3/2015)
Good quality ammo
Review by Larry
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I have this is my wifes 9mm and it has never jammed on us, doesnt put as big of a hole in a pumpkin that Id like but itll def make someone or something think differently. (Posted on 10/14/2014)
jams
Review by Robert
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Glock 19 gen 4, after just a couple rounds it jams and keeps jamming, not dependable, would not buy again, i thought it was my gun but i tried different ammo and its not my gun. (Posted on 9/21/2014)
High Quality
Review by Mike
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Hornady Critical Defense is very dependable, accurate and clean. Great load for when it matters. I use cheaper ammo for the range, but this is what I carry. (Posted on 6/26/2014)
Product Question and Answer
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Q: Are there any concerns with nickel plated ammunition vs. standard brass plated ammunition when shooting it through a Glock 17? I noticed this critical defense ammunition is nickel plated. Thank you.
Posted On: 10/21/2011 By: Matt
A: No, there are no problems. Cases are either brass, aluminum, or steel. These nickel plated brass cases will not cause any problems; if anything, they are an improvement over standard brass cases.
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You have no obligation to purchase the product once you know the price. You can simply remove the item from your cart.
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