Your email address will not be published. Published on Jun 2, 2016 Here is a little comparison video showing the difference between the Winchester PDX1 and Hornady Critical Defense 00 buckshot. Hornady’s .22 WMR Critical Defense load penetrates just under 10 inches in 10 percent ballistic gelatin. Winchester’s PDX1 will be the Bureau’s duty round, and their Frangible SF rounds will be the Bureau’s training ammunition. Is it just me or is this across the board for everyone? The heavyweights are the 147 grain JHPs that push to a tad under 1,000 fps. But either of your options will be fine for defensive use in common defensive cartridges. The Crit seems to work well in lower-powered cases: standard pressure 9mm, .380 and 38Spl. My 2nd shot is a Winchester 130 gr, Bonded PDX, 38 Special +P. Don't see to much getting through that. By using our Services or clicking I agree, you agree to our use of cookies. Location: georgia. Actual testing will have to be done though before I make any changes. About Redline Ballistics Plus, they are the rounds used by the FBI, and I've heard(unconfirmed) by the secret service as well. $23.95 $18.99. Self Defense 9mm Ammo for Sale . Member . But Hornady says that the Critical Defense is guaranteed to expand. 45+P at 230 grain isn't fun out of a 3.7" barrel, worse at night. Which one will win? Very clever. Hornady Critical Duty . But that has more to do with the GUN than it has to do with the cal. Still using Gold Dots for my 9mm, though I've got a box of Xtreme Defender yet to run through more than a couple rounds. A place for responsible gun owners and enthusiasts to talk about guns without the politics. The best of the modern +P+ "police only" 9mm loads are just awesome but they're for strong guns only. A lot depends on the caliber though, and in some cases (esp. Critical Defense vs. Critical Duty: Clearing up confusion over Hornady ammunition These two lines of ammunition are designed to address very different needs As an avid student of ballistics, I’m often asked what the difference is between the Critical Defense and Critical Duty lines of ammunition from Hornady. Sig ammo is usually relatively cheaper, but more consistent expansion and designed for shorter barrel firearms. Sig Sauer 365 JHP goes toe-to-toe with the Hornady 115-grain Critical Defense for the title of best self-defense 9mm ammunition. If you don’t use the standard carry calibers, this may be the place to look. This ballistic tip allows the bullet to expand on impact while preventing foreign material from clogging the cavity, which can hinder or stop the bullet from … The PDX1 takes that reverse tapered jacket approach and now gives us the Bonding improvement that made loads such as the Gold Dots so popular. 9mm) how much gun you have. Cookies help us deliver our Services. Hornady has established a new standard of performance for self- defense ammunition in compact handguns. Choosing the best concealed carry ammo is important, so use this guide to narrow down your choices. Corbon DPX: it's solid copper and gets great expansion. Having only 10 to 12 inches of penetration means that the .22 Magnum will … I consistently got around 11.5-inches in gelatin with the Hornady 90 grain 380 Auto Critical Defense and Winchester 95 Grain JHP Bonded 380 Auto PDX1 cartridges. I use 124gr Rem Golden Sabers and Speer !24gr Gold Dots In my 9mms. The entire Critical Defense line is pretty light. Liked 5,922 Times in 1,855 Posts Hornady Critical Defense vs. Winchester PDX1. Federal 9mm Luger 115GR FMJ 50 Rounds. Hornady's ammo gets a lot of recommendations because it has good expansion through all materials even at low speeds. Personally, I like my .40 above all else. Hornady’s Critical Defense ammunition is recognizable by their corrosion-resistant nickel-plated cases and their Hornady FTX bullets. it's rare to get the PDX in 9mm here. I wanted to test at least one +P or maximum-effort loading. p.s. Putting a rubber plug in the cavity of a hollowpoint to insure expansion without the need for they hydrostatic pressure to force expansion. Unlike many of the other choices on this list of the best 9mm self-defense ammo, Hornady designed their Critical Defense lineup of ammunition from the ground up for use in short barreled handguns during self-defense situations. The … Bout 1 in 10 rounds. Only thing he missed is the fact that these two rounds are Bonded(lead is actually bonded to the jacket) which causes a great expansion from either, less loss of mass on primary impact, and much sharper petals, spinning fast. BUT, I've seen a lot of people on here arbitrarily recommend Crit Def, so want to know WHY? Buy what you want so long as it's a modern expanding round. I talked with a LEO friend and he seemed to think they were good, though he is … Your email address will not be published. The FTX ® bullets loaded in all Critical Defense ® handgun ammunition are designed to expand and provide the terminal … Hornady ammunition is solid, reliable, and accurate. Brilliant. When I served (10th SFG), we carried a 9mm Beretta. It can't get clogged up with clothes on the way in because it's already "clogged" by design, via that rubber plug that gets the expansion started. I am an unabashed PDX1 fan. I’m impressed with the 135 grain 9mm CD load so much so that I may adopt it for use here at Ogre Ranch and for my personal carry gun (this month being the Beretta 92FS) and for the carry load for my Son’s pistol, an M&P. On a side note to his question: between both on using either ammo with a Springfield XDS what would tend to be better. Winchester PDX1 Defender .380 ACP 95gr Bonded Jacketed Hollow Point 20/Box has impressive expansion and notable velocities at various ranges thanks to Winchester's proprietary bonding … Federal 124gr HST. Hornady gunner 9mm +P 124g XTP 1175fps or get some Hornady 9mm 147g XTP 975fps. Critical duty and pdx1 tapatalk bitches 04-29-2014, 12:52 PM #52: OC 1960. While it was made for use in the famed Taurus Judge, this is also an ideal short-range engagement load made for a long gun that is more compact than larger shotguns and doesn’t generate as much recoil. I also like Federal Hydroshock JHP, XTP 147g. The Winchester Kinetic or Super Vel are notable products in this category. I’m impressed with the 135 grain 9mm CD load so much so that I may adopt it for use … These are marked Law Enforcement Ammunition and I understand they are a good round. One of the most popular 9mm ammo brands for self-defense is Hornady Critical Defense. .40 165g = 408 ft. lbs. Critical Def. These loads are heavy, slow, and expand tremendously. I use and carry the Glock 19. 3rd round is Hornady Critical Defense, 125 gr, .357, FTX. Winchester PDX1 410 Defender Like it’s 12-gauge big brother, the 410 Defender load packs plenty of punch launching three plated Defense Disc projectiles and 12 pellets of plated BB shot. I’m a big fan of both. And the number 45 is a whole 5 bigger than 40.... (hope you got my sarcasm). If you searching for special discount you need to searching when special time come or holidays. Posts: 14 Likes Received 0. When the bullet … One of the most popular 9mm ammo brands for self-defense is Hornady Critical Defense. Its Critical Defense loads offer a good balance of penetration and expansion, even when first passing through heavy clothing. I agree with Daniel on 6/8/20, I also use Winchester Ranger +P 9mm 124g JHP. Winchester Ranger 9mm, defense ammo - posted in Gear: I'd like some opinions on the Winchester Ranger, RA9115HP+ as a defense round. $29.99. True, and I'll definately give you the low cal, But, PDX1 is said to have gotten the best rating on the FBI's barrier pen tests, delivering more energy to the target, past the clothing. Critical Defense is the civilian carry counterpart to Critical Duty, their duty ammunition line that's found wide adoption in the law enforcement community. Hornady Critical Defense 115-Grain. Winchester PDX1 147gr 04-24-2014, 06:42 AM #51: dakiwi13. And because they have lead core, and a lot more mass, they deliver much more kinetic energy to the target. Personally, I'm not a big fan of Hornady. Note excellent expansion with the Critical Defense bullet. Magtech Guardian Gold 115gr +P. I use the standard pressure 124gr 9mm load in my HK P30 because of the mild recoil. This works well against a variety of material. Though there are lots of other choices out there, it's best to stick with proven defense loads. I am sure there are .45 rounds that are better and I don't want to start a caliber war. This is on the heels of the Bureau selecting Winchester to be its .40 cal. The Best 9MM Self Defense Ammo for Concealed Carry Winchester PDX Defender 124gr +P. 4. I dumped it for Gold Dots. i use both, depending on which i get cheaper. the Hornady stuff was the only hollow point ammo that would feed correctly. Posts: 80 Likes Received 13. when i first got the .45 it had trouble with the "flying ashtray" hollow points (like the PDX loads) and they would hand up on the feed ramp. Hornady Critical Defense vs. Winchester PDX1: User Name: Remember Me? I've shot 185 grain and 230 at the range and don't feel a difference in how I preform. The heavyweights are the 147 grain JHPs that push to a tad under 1,000 fps. PDX1 is 1150fps, 00 buckshot is 1600fps. Putting a rubber plug in the cavity of a hollowpoint to insure expansion without the need for they hydrostatic pressure to force expansion. I think they load a bit on the weaker side when compared to other premium brands. Engineered to maximize terminal ballistics, Winchesters PDX1 Defender ammunition provides maximum stopping power for the ultimate in personal defense. Critical Defense ® Personal Protection / Concealed Carry. Optics Planet has a PRE-ORDER offer on 25 round box of Hornady Critical Defense in 9mm, FTX, 115 Grain for just $23.89, in stock and shipping now. Which ever one shoots most accurately out of your handgun. Over 80 caliber .Thanks midawayusa for offering … Location: South Carolina. http://www.SafetySolutionsAcademy.com If you are looking for the Best Self-Defense Handgun Ammunition you need to take a look at Winchester PDX1 Defender. About Redline Ballistics Out of Stock ... Hornady 90250 Critical Defense 9mm 115 GR FTX 25 Rounds. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast. Often times, from what I've seen, 185gr doesn't penetrate as well. Hornady Critical Defense .410 Bore 2-1/2" .41 Caliber (FTX) Slug w/Two .35 Caliber Lead Round Balls 20/Box delivers effective shot patterns that place all projectiles on a man-sized target at seven yards. Hornady Critical Defense / Critical Duty Winchester PDX1 Defender Federal HST Hornady XTP Remington Golden Saber Remington Ultimate Defense Federal Guard Dog Barnes Tac-XPD Nosler Defense. Winchester mixes a devastating defensive recipe with their PDX1 12 Defender loaded with three pellets of Grex buffered 00 plated buckshot set atop a 1-ounce rifled slug. Sale Hornady Critical Defense 9mm 115gr Ftx 25rds 90250 And Hornady Critical Defe PDX1 .40 165g = 476 ft. lbs. I alternate my load. 9mm) how much gun you have. Hornady ammunition is solid, reliable, and accurate. 230gr. Critical Defense ® handgun ammunition was developed to provide the best performance for DEFENSIVE or PERSONAL PROTECTION SITUATIONS and is the ultimate choice for any short barreled, concealed carry style firearm.. My 1st shot is 158 gr .357 “flat nosed” round. Oh, but there is such a big difference between them! Brownells. MAXXTech 9mm 115GR FMJ 50 Rounds. These loads are heavy, slow, and expand tremendously. What type of 9mm ammo is best for home defense? i use PDX1 or centurion buck and ball for my 12ga. Both of these rounds literally Cut their way in, and deliver most of their impact force "Under The Skin" so to speak. Their Critical Defense line of ammo is very good. This load provides the ultimate mix of well-aimed punch with scattergun forgiveness. The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) awarded Winchester Ammunition with its coveted 9mm pistol ammunition contract. Well it depends on the caliber but the short form is, the Hornady Crit has that "clogproof" feature. Same thing with Winchester PDX1 Bonded and Win Ranger Bonded in 50rd box. Winchester states that the PDX1 penetrates nearly 12 inches in gelatin. The Hornady Critical Defense load is loaded to 1151 fps. Other reliable brands include Speer Gold Dot, Federal HST, Winchester PDX1 Defender, Remington Ultimate Defense, among others. 9mm Luger; Military Grade .38 Special.380 ACP.40 S&W.45 ACP; 9mm Luger; Blanks .22 Short; Bullets ... Winchester PDX1 Defender .380 ACP 95gr Bonded Jacketed Hollow Point 20/Box. DON'T PUT A PRICE TAG ON YOUR LIFE AND THE LIVES OF YOUR LOVED ONES. Is Hornady Critical Defense good ammo? Winchester PDX1 Defender Handgun Ammunition – Devastating Power And Critical Accuracy! SWCA Member Join Date: Apr 2008. I also had bad luck with Critical Defense when I used it, I had 2 primer failures out and I only made it halfway through the box of ammo, not very confidence inspiring. The vast resources […] In addition, the PDX1 bullets have shown reliable expansion with the bonded jacket technology. 115, 124, etc? at the muzzle. There isn't enough differentiation between them to justify giving a shit; kinda like the 9mm/.40/.45 arguments. I really like the corbon dpx but they are a little bit on the expensive side. Required fields are marked *. HORNADY Hornady Critical Defense 9mm Luger 115 gr FTX 25Rds $29.99 REMINGTON Remington Express .9MM 115Gr JHP 50Rds R9MM1 $34.99 WINCHESTER Winchester PDX1 Defender 9mm Luger+P 124GR JHP 20 Rds $25.99 WINCHESTER Winchester PDX1 Defender 9mm Luger 147GR JHP 20 Rds $25.99 at the muzzle. This technology is … Hornady Critical Defense Cor-Bon 9mm+P Winchester PDX1 Winchester Ranger Speer Gold Dot What about grain? Generally, bullet weights are fairly close to the standard, for example 9mm is 115gr. Winchester did a great deal of engineering to get these loads just right, and they built off the long years of experience for making the most effective duty loads you could get for the last 20 years. Not only did the 9mm 135-grain Critical Duty load perform well through auto glass and clothing, it was, according to the FBI, the most accurate 9mm round it had ever fired. 9mm Luger (9x19mm) 115gr +P DPX Corbon Ammo Box (20 rds) Average rating: DPX09115/20 $49.99. Location: WI. Loaded with a 41 Caliber FTX slug which has a soft polymer insert that delivers superior … If you trying to find special discount you will need to searching when special time come or holidays. Critical Def. The polymer insert acts as an assist. The Speer load penetrates an average of 12 inches in water, which roughly corresponds to the penetration of the Critical Defense load in gelatin. Winchester uses a patented technological process using a reverse-jacketed, bonded bullet for their PDX1 line of ammunition. Hornady claims this tip initiates expansion and the ammunition is supremely reliable. Caleb, I carry a Ruger, GP 100 with a 4 inch barrel. .40 165g = 408 ft. lbs. This bullet provides consistent expansion through heavy clothing, and won't plug up like conventional hollow points. Hornady Critical Defense 9mm 135 grain are crap and don't expaned worth a damn. I've seen testing with the critical defense and a lot of them fail to expand it seems. I use PDX1 myself, as I've used its ancestors for defensive loads for many years(Blackhawks). Simple penetration and expansion test of the Hornady .40 165 gr FTX hollowpoint, using a diluted form of SIM-TEST Ballistic Testing Media. Unique to the Critical Defense ® 410, the 41 caliber FTX ® slug actually engages the gun’s rifling, and contacts the target nose-on, enabling the patented Hornady ® Flex Tip ® technology to assist in expansion for greatly enhanced terminal performance. Join Date: Apr 2014. Hornady Triple Defense ammo is a new load specifically designed for the Taurus Judge and other similar .410/.45 Colt revolvers. Hornady Critical Defense 135gr +P FlexLock and SIG 115gr V-Crown A twist on the JHP comes in the form of the very popular Hornady FTX and FlexLock bullets. (www.hornady.com) Winchester PDX1 12 Defender. Personally, I'm not a big fan of Hornady. Hornady Critical Defense. Worked flawlessly. sorry for the dumb question but I'm very new to this and would like some help. And the Critical Duty like is a tougher bullet, loaded hotter. It looks like the PDX1 hits a little harder. It looks like the PDX1 hits a little harder. I've used them, but they never really "stuck" with me. at the muzzle. Critical Defense .45 had issues feeding with the XDs. PDX1 .40 165g = 476 ft. lbs. Plus, I've seen what they can do to a jell mold, and am impressed by the damage. Check out tnoutdoors9 on YouTube. Examples of this are the Winchester 147 grain Winchester PDX1 or the 135 grain +P Hornady Critical Duty. FEDERAL. … Hornady Critical Defense 12ga 2-3/4" 00 Buckshot 8 Pellets 10/Box was purpose built for personal protection to ensure proper functioning in semi-auto and pump shotguns. Any .40 cartridge, cheap or not, will always out perform any and all 9mm. Password: Forum: Register: Ammo All Ammo Discussions Go Here Thread Tools: Display Modes #1 01-27-2010, 11:45 PM boykinlp. The Armory stocks some of today's best 9mm self defense ammo for sale. I've always ran Hornady Critical Defense in both my CCWs (XDS MOD 2 45 and XD 45c), however recently, I have switched to SIG V- Crown. Add to Cart TULAMMO USA. Hornady’s .22 WMR Critical Defense load penetrates just under 10 inches in 10 percent ballistic gelatin. Their Critical Defense line of ammo is very good. Alot of good defense ammo out there. for .45 it's usually PDX or Crit Defense/Zombiemax. This specific round stacks a non-jacketed (bare lead only) FTX slug on top of two .35 caliber round balls. The Hornady Critical Defense load, featuring a 110-grain FTX bullet also performed pretty well. First three cylinders have pdx1, as as I like to call it, "the evil round", and the last two have hornandy critical defense .45s. FTX bullets feature a red polymer ballistic tip lodged in the hollow cavity. $38.99. There's a good write-up of it over here. Which do … I have not shot the Hornady out of my M&P 40, but the Winchester PDX-1 165 gr cycles flawlessly, is accurate at practical distances, and … Press J to jump to the feed. Hunting Ammunition: Remington Core-Lokt Federal Premium Power-Shok Federal Premium Fusion Winchester Super-X Hornady American Whitetail Sako Gamehead Sako Powerhead. ammunition supplier. Examples of this are the Winchester 147 grain Winchester PDX1 or the 135 grain +P Hornady Critical Duty. Five of the contenders, Federal Premium HST JHP, Speer Gold Dot +P “Short Barrel” JHP, Hornady XTP +P JHP, Winchester PDX1 Defender +P and Buffalo Bore +P+ JHP all weigh 124 grains. Also according to Federal/ATK own gel testing the standard pressure 124gr expands more than the 147gr HST in Bare Gel and also penetrates more than the 124gr+P HST in Bare Gel. Winchester S9mm PDX1 Defender 9mm 147 GR Bonded JHP 20 Rounds. While I will focus on 9mm self defense ammo in this article, you will also find that the brands listed also include .380, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, .357, and even 10mm. Qty: 9mm Luger (9x19mm) … Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Hornady Bullets Lead Free And Hornady Critical Defense 410 Vs Winchester Pdx1 is best in online store. The bullet features a polymer tip that initiates expansion at low velocities and prevents debris (like clothing) from clogging … I consistently got around 11.5-inches in gelatin with the Hornady 90 grain 380 Auto Critical Defense and Winchester 95 Grain JHP Bonded 380 Auto PDX1 cartridges. Underwood 124-Grain JHP . I think your best be … Only shot HST once, in someone else's 9mm Beretta. I’m not sure… but I am thinking that I will keep the PDX1’s for all my guns, save for the 9mm’s and roll with Critical Duty loads for those. Reactions: REVSTHALL, Dontheman23, Mr. Untactical and 2 … The same goes for the 158-grain semi-watcutter loads by Remington and Winchester. The PDX1 appears to be an excellent bullet design for self-defense purposes, with consistent penetration through a variety of intermediate barriers. Brilliant. He's got some very good gelatin tests for most of the popular bullet/caliber combinations. Hornady Critical Defense 115-Grain Brownells Unlike many of the other choices on this list of the best 9mm self-defense ammo, Hornady designed their Critical Defense lineup of ammunition from the ground up for use in short barreled handguns during self-defense situations. They are both quality loads from trusted names in ammo. Highly effective in both 410 compatible handguns and shotguns, the 410-gauge PDX1 Defender ammunition features a distinctive black hull and black oxide high-base head; it combines four plated Defense Disc projectiles and 16 pellets of plated BB shot. Whatever I hit, I’m doing some serious damage. Junior Member . $22.99 $16.74. Hornady happily achieved that summit in 2018, as its Critical Duty load was selected by the FBI. Winchester. Well it depends on the caliber but the short form is, the Hornady Crit has that "clogproof" feature. We have everything from standard 9mm hollow points to unique projectiles like Corbon DPX with an all copper bullet or Pow'R Ball with a round ball to feed like an FMJ. Easily one of the best self-defense rounds on the market regardless of caliber, the Winchester PDX Defender 124gr +P is an impressive customer. 185 grain or 230? Penetration was ideal at 16 inches, and expansion was excellent at 0.58 inches. I think they load a bit on the weaker side when compared to other premium brands. In fact, I still have Black Talons standing by. I was a fan of the Black Talons and the Ranger T loads. The Hornady Critical Defense line of personal defense ammunition is loaded with the patented FTX bullet. If you trying to find special discount you will need to searching when special time come or holidays. If you searching for special discount you need to searching when special time come or holidays. dhunley1: October 27th, 2010 11:23 AM: They're all good but I would stay away from the Hornady. Critical Defense is the civilian carry counterpart to Critical Duty, their duty ammunition line that's found wide adoption in the law enforcement community. $29.99. Join Date: Jan 2014. Critical Defense is easily the defensive ammunition available in the most calibers. in 9mm it's almost always Critical Defense/Zombiemax. now, after 500-1000 rounds, it'll eat anything i throw at it. Winchester states that the PDX1 penetrates nearly 12 inches in gelatin. Five of the contenders, Federal Premium HST JHP, Speer Gold Dot +P “Short Barrel” JHP, Hornady XTP +P JHP, Winchester PDX1 Defender +P and Buffalo Bore +P+ JHP all weigh 124 grains. 9mm Luger; Military Grade .38 Special.380 ACP.40 S&W.45 ACP; 9mm Luger; Blanks .22 Short; Bullets ... Hornady Critical Defense .410 Bore 2-1/2" .41 Caliber (FTX) Slug w/Two .35 Caliber Lead Round Balls 20/Box. Depending on the gun I'm carrying I'll change the rounds. I prefer Speer. Posts: 5,068 Likes: 6,529. It's not loaded hotter than target ammo so it doesn't handle differently. Neither. Would hate to have to use my gun in self defense and just hear "click" and it fails to fire because of the primer. Both rounds feature a similar design (though not the same) as a jacketed hollow point with a polymer insert. HORNADY Hornady Critical Defense 9mm Luger 115 gr FTX 25Rds $29.99 REMINGTON Remington Express .9MM 115Gr JHP 50Rds R9MM1 $34.99 WINCHESTER Winchester PDX1 Defender 9mm Luger+P 124GR JHP 20 Rds $25.99 WINCHESTER Winchester PDX1 Defender 9mm Luger 147GR JHP 20 … I've ran some … Very good write up. But Hornady says that the Critical Defense is guaranteed to expand. Hornady Critical Defense .410 Bore 2-1/2" .41 Caliber (FTX) Slug w/Two .35 Caliber Lead Round Balls 20/Box delivers effective shot patterns that place all projectiles on a … Choose wisely. Everything from .22 WMR up to .44mag with several rifle variants and even 410 and 12ga. Of course, HSTs have a great reputation, SIG V-Crown is worth a look as well. As you’re about to see, all scientific testing on service caliber duty loads performs very, very similar.The following gel shots by Doug Carr show that when But is the new Critical Duty better for serious use than the Winchester PDX1 loads? But in all honesty, I can say it doesn't matter. Just curious, which would you prefer for self defense, and why? ... Hornady 90226 Critical Duty 9mm+P 135 GR FlexLock 25 Rounds. Sale Hornady Critical Defense 9mm 115gr Ftx 25rds 90250 And Hornady Critical Defe This is a good general-purpose defense load. The Winchester Kinetic or Super Vel are notable products in this category. "those who sacrifice liberty for the sake of security deserve neither" Holding dozens of patented products in-house, such as Critical Defense, Critical Duty, and FlexLock ammunition, innovation and dead-on accuracy is what Hornady Ammunition is based on. The number 9 Is soo much smaller than the number 40! Hornady® Critical Defense® Ammunition 410 Bore 41 Caliber FTX Slug Over Two 35 Caliber Lead Round handgun ammunition for the 410 was purpose built for defensive handgun use and is designed to deliver maximum energy and reliable and controlled expansion regardless of the target every time. Â Standard 00-buckshot is .33 caliber and 000-buck is .36 caliber. It can't get clogged up with clothes on the way in because it's already "clogged" by design, via that rubber plug that gets the expansion started. Very clever. at the muzzle. Can I use range ammo for self … Speer Gold Dots are the key. I'm a Corbon fan, but I've ran the Winchester as well. A lot depends on the caliber though, and in some cases (esp. Winning an FBI contract is a bit like winning your first Super Bowl as an NFL quarterback. Unlike a standard JHP, the … Â This new load is part of the company’s Critical Defense line of ammunition.. 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