Why Over-Penetration Is a Bigger Threat Than You Think
Over-penetrating bullets can pose serious risks to bystanders. Learn why selecting the right self-defense ammo is crucial for safety.
New XRB Solid Copper Defensive Ammo from Sellier & Bellot
Sellier and Bellot has some new(ish) defensive ammo. It’s an all-copper projectile design that’ll stay together when passing through challenging barriers like glass. I tested it with a couple of pistols with known accuracy and was able to print sub-two-inch groups from 25 yards, so it can shoot more accurately than most humans.
More New Ammo from Staccato
The folks at Staccato have released more new ammo - the 136-grain Match.
Gunnysack: NOVX Ammo
And now for something a little different. NOVX Pentagon ammunition uses a patented two-piece stainless steel case instead of the de facto standard “brass.” Why? Weight is a factor. I weighed an empty case and came up with 32.8 grains. A comparable brass case is about 62. So, we’re talking a weight savings of nearly half. If you’re wondering, that works out to about 1 oz. per 15-round magazine. I did check case volume, too — it’s about the same.
Gear Spotlight: Home Defense Must-Haves
Here are some of our favorite picks for home defense must haves: Guns, gear, ammo
Federal Syntech Defense: Ammo Test
Federal Syntech ammunition, launched a couple of years
Putting Three Great 9mm Self-Defense Rounds to the Test
When choosing self-defense ammo, you can’t make blanket judgments
Ammo Test: Liberty Ammunition Civil Defense 9mm and 45 ACP
Liberty Ammunition’s Civil
Ammo Test: Remington HTP 185-grain .45 ACP
45 ACP 185-grain self-defense ammo comes in 50-round boxes."
Ammo Test: Sig Sauer Elite Performance .357 Sig V-Crown
