
Ammo companies wanted FBI contracts and could no longer hide poor-performing “defense” bullets when the FBI test results emerged. Following poor bullet performance, the FBI developed a standard testing protocol to evaluate how well bullets performed. FBI protocol is the primary reason for this. Choose the wrong bullet, though, and either of these guns could fail to neutralize a threat.ĭefensive bullets have gone through a seismic shift in design and quality over the years. In truth, either the Glock or the 1911 will work to stop an attacker if you hit them in the right place with the right defensive bullet. Argue the merits of Critical Defense ammo versus Gold Dot and you’ll get more of a to-each-his-own response. Tell someone online that his Glock isn’t as good as your 1911 and a tantrum with cursing and name-calling is certain to follow. Oddly, defensive bullets don’t receive that same level of loyalty and respect. 45 ACP? Tempers flare when shooters feel their chosen gun is being digitally disrespected. How many times have you seen arguments about the 9mm vs the. Oftentimes these arguments spill over onto social media. Speak ill of their favorite firearms brand, favorite caliber, even their favorite holster and you’re likely to hear about it.


Barrier Blind offers high performance even when shot through common barriers.FlexLock heavily jacketed design for total penetration, weight retention, and expansion.High performance rounds for full-size handguns.Handgun ammo built to meet the needs of enforcement and security professionals.Nickel-plated cases resist corrosion and offer high visibility for low-light chamber checks. The FlexLock also utilizes the InterLock® band to lock its the jacket and high-antimony lead core together for max weight retention and proven terminal performance.

Heavily jacketed for total penetration, weight retention, and expansion, the FlexLock® bullet features Hornady's Flex Tip® to initiate consistent expansion with no clogging.

Delivering "barrier blind" performance when shot through common urban barriers, Critical DUTY rounds deliver maximum weight retention and proven terminal performance through all FBI test barriers (auto glass, sheet metal, plywood, drywall, heavy clothing, etc.). Designed with the needs of enforcement and security professionals in mind, Hornady® Critical DUTY® Tactical 9mm Luger 135 Grain Handgun Ammo delivers superior performance for any full-size handgun operator.
