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 How is Hornady Critical Defense?
hawkeye180  [Team Member]
2/7/2012 12:07:44 AM
I have some Critical Defense in .38 Special with a 110 grain bullet and .40 S&W with a 165 grain bullet.

I remember hearing things like Critical Defense would not reach 12 inches of penetration in gelatin.

What are your experiences with Critical Defense? Do you carry it?
asicsaug  [Team Member]
2/7/2012 1:58:41 AM
Direct link to Hornady website explaining the difference between Critical Defense and Critical Duty.

Link to "Best choices for self defense ammunition."

ETA:
I prefer Winchester Ranger or Federal HST. I do not use Hornady Critical Defense but am researching Hornady Critical Duty and am interested in seeing some test data.
FMJ  [Team Member]
2/10/2012 8:53:50 PM
The standard 110 38spl load sounds great for S&W AW / snubs

The rest of the loads can take a walk
BamAlmighty  [Member]
2/11/2012 9:57:57 PM
I really want to try the +P Critical Duty, but I haven't come across any yet.

Eagerly waiting.