HANDGUN AMMO
The .380 ACP has a similar diameter as a 9mm caliber. As a result, the .380 ACP makes up the smallest of the combat calibers with a moderate-diameter bullet and a small charge of powder intended for controllable recoil in small-frame automatics.
The world’s most popular pistol round, the 9x19mm Luger or Parabellum was designed for military and police applications. Militaries and police take advantage of the cartridge’s superior ballistic characteristics and relatively lightweight. As a result, more than half of US police use handguns in this caliber, and it remains one of the most popular cartridge types for submachine guns as well. Its secret lies in the high velocity of the relatively small round; while only three-hundredths of an inch wider than a .32 ACP.
The 9mm rounds are light, affordable, and nearly ubiquitous, making them an excellent choice for regular practice. 9mm rounds are a common choice for self-defense, especially in hollowpoint configurations designed to expand on impact. +P 9mm rounds are another choice, but again only in newer semi-automatics certified for the +P rounds. It is essential to understand what +P or +P+ means. To help understand this topic we recommend you check out the following two articles:
One of the twentieth century’s best-known pistol cartridges, the old .45 Automatic Colt Pistol cartridge originally supplanted the .38 Long Colt cartridge after the Moro uprisings in the Philippines showed a need for better stopping power in the pistol cartridges issued to the US military.
Its low muzzle velocity is sufficient for penetration, and the round relies on its weight for its lethal characteristics. A pistol caliber comparison chart will typically list this as the largest of common self-defense rounds by caliber alone. While it lacks the sheer destructive power of other large cartridges such as the .44 Magnum, the .45 ACP allows for much quicker follow-up shots due to its lower recoil. On the downside, the round’s large diameter means that most handguns chambered for this cartridge hold fewer rounds than their 9mm or .40 S&W equivalent.
Conclusion
Whether you’re equipping yourself for target practice or self-defense, the choice of caliber can make quite a bit of difference. Larger rounds require more material to manufacture and less-common rounds receive less benefit from economies of scale in their manufacturing. Common calibers such as 9×19, .40 and .45 tend to dominate the mainstream handgun market. Plinkers gravitate toward the small end of the spectrum. Those needing protection from ornery wildlife commonly relies on magnum cartridges to bring them home safe. Whatever your needs, check out our pistol caliber chart and learn more about your favorite caliber. Until next time, stay safe and stay on target!
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9mm 9×19 Ammo 115gr FMJ CCI Blazer Brass (5200) 1000 Round Case
Bullet Type: FMJ, Full Metal Jacket
Bullet Weight: 115gr
Bullet Jacket: Copper
Case: Brass
Velocity: 1125 ft/s
Powder: Non-Corrosive
Primer: Boxer
Amount: 1000 Round Case
Notes: Blazer® Brass brings shooters the reliability and quality of ammunition built to SAAMI standards, and is backed by stringent ISO certified quality systems. Blazer Brass is loaded in reloadable brass cases for added value. Standard Boxer-type primers and primer pockets mean you can reload Blazer Brass cases just like any other case. Blazer Brass is loaded with a protected-base FMJ bullet. CCI® primers insure reliable ignition, and we load clean-burning propellants.
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9mm 9×19 Ammo 115gr FMJ Remington Military LE Training (B9MM3) 500 Round Case
Bullet Type: FMJ MC, Full Metal Jacket
Bullet Weight: 115gr
Bullet Jacket: Copper
Case: Brass
Velocity: 1,145 ft/s
Powder: Non-Corrosive
Primer: Boxer
Amount: 500 Round Case
Notes: This particular lot of ammo is part of a production overrun which fulfilled the needs of either military orders or law enforcement contracts. As a result, these excellent 9mm rounds are available to the public and offer great performance in bulk quantities at an inexpensive price.
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9mm 9×19 Ammo 124gr FMJ Federal American Eagle (AE9AP) 1000 Round Case
Bullet Type: FMJ, Full Metal Jacket
Bullet Weight: 124gr
Bullet Jacket: Copper
Case: Brass
Velocity: 1,150 ft/s
Powder: Non-Corrosive
Amount: 1000 Round Case
Notes: American Eagle 9mm 124 grain ammo is designed specifically for target shooting, training and practice. It’s loaded to the same specifications as Federal’s Premium loads, but at a more practical price for plinking. This ammunition is new retail production in reloadable brass cases.
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A-Zoom Snap Cap Revolver Training Rounds .357 Mag
When you buy guns online from Firearms World, make sure to pick up snap caps to better safely experiment with your firearms. In this case, the .357 Mag revolver training rounds can easily tell you the feeling of a trigger pull and how a live round feels in the chamber without a one being present in the firearm. With these, you can easily keep your firing pin in good condition while making doubly sure everything in your revolver works. Grab yours from Firearms World today for your home defense gun!
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Aguila 9mm Luger 115gr. FMJ Brass 9mm 50Rds
Aguila’s 9mm Luger 115gr. target load is loaded with a 115gr. full metal jacket bullet for reliable feeding and consistent accuracy in a variety of firearms. Loaded in a quality brass casing with premium powder and primers this ammo is a great choice for your next range trip.
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Aguila Ammunition 9mm 124gr FMJ 50rd
Aguila 1E092110 9mm Luger124 GR Full Metal Jacket. Originally made for the Mexican military and law enforcement, this hard-hitting round is now available to civilian shooters. This round is perfect for home defense tactical scenarios, right down to target shooting.$22.99 -
Aguila Centerfire Rounds Brass FMJ 115-Grain 9mm 300 Rounds
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Barnes Bullets TAC-XPD .380 ACP 80GR HP 20Rds
Barnes TAC-XPD, 380ACP, 80 Grain, Hollow Point 21552$39.99 -
Barnes Bullets TAC-XPD 40SW 140GR HP 20 ROUNDS
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Barnes Bullets TAC-XPD 45ACP 185GR HP 20 ROUNDS
Barnes TAC-XPD, 45ACP, 185 Grain, Hollow Point 21555$39.99