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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Remington Range Brass 9mm 115-Grain 500-Rounds FMJ
Remington Range provides exceptional performance in a reliable load at a great value. Each case contains 500 rounds of 115 grain 9mm with full metal jacket bullets and brass casings.
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Winchester Ammunition USA Forged 9MM 115 Grain FMJ 1000 Round Case
Winchester USA Forged ammo is an excellent choice for competitive and recreational shooting applications. This fantastic ammunition is well known to provide excellent results, delivering excellent accuracy and reliability. Winchester USA Forged ammunition features 9MM with 115 Grain and is positive functioning with great accuracy.
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Hornady Critical Defense 9mm Flex Tip Expanding 115 Grain Nickel Plated Brass 250-Round Case
Hornady Critical Defense, 9MM, 115 Grain, Hollow Point. When lives are on the line. Get a case of Hornady. Grab this case and save with flat rate shipping on all ammo.
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Winchester Ammunition WW9C Handgun Ammunition Brass 9mm 500Rds
This case of 500 rounds of 9mm FMJ is brass cased and includes a green “.50 Cal” ammo can. We have the best deals on ammo you can find online! Featuring cheap flat rate shipping no matter how much you order, be sure to stock up for your next day at the range or competition weekend.
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Winchester US Military 9mm NATO 1000 Round Ammo Can 124 Grain FMJ
Winchester ammo is an excellent choice for competitive and recreational shooting applications. This fantastic ammunition is well known to provide excellent results, delivering excellent accuracy and reliability. Winchester ammunition features 9mm with 124 Grain and is positive functioning with great accuracy.
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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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PPU Mil-Spec 9mm Luger 115 Grain Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) 1000 Rounds
PPU (Prvi Partizan) is one of the oldest, largest, and most versatile ammunition manufacturers in Europe. Their factory is located in the city of Uzice in southwestern Serbia. PPU has been manufacturing ammunition since 1928 and currently supplying ammunition to the armed forces and police of Serbia as well as many other countries.
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Magtech Ammunition 9MM 115 Grain FMJ 1000 Round Case
Since its creation in 1990, Magtech has become one of the most successful ammunition brands in the world, building its reputation on quality, consistency, and reliability. Magtech ammunition is excellent high quality, practice, and range ammunition that also performs well in matches and competition.
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Sellier & Bellot 9MM 124 Grain Full Metal Jacket 1000 Round Case
Sellier & Bellot has been relied upon for quality ammunition since 1825. This imported ammunition is always an excellent value and available in several popular calibers, meeting the needs of all shooters. S&B is dedicated to continuing its mission to provide customers with the highest quality ammunition through attention to detail and extremely tough quality assurance procedures. Sellier & Bellot ammunition is loaded and manufactured to CIP specifications which is the European equivalent of SAAMI.
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CCI Blazer Brass Handgun Ammunition 9mm Luger 124 gr FMJ 1000/box
An industry-standard CCI Blazer brass has left its mark in the shooting world with affordable, reliable bullets, and reloadable brass along with a boxer-primer loaded to the spec you trust. Find this and other range ammunition for the best price online at your favorite firearms store
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Winchester Centerfire Handgun Brass 9mm 115-Grain 1000-Rounds FMJ
Winchester Centerfire Handgun ammunition delivers a reliable and consistent load with excellent performance. Each box contains 1000 rounds of 115 grain 9mm with full metal jacket bullets and brass casings.
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Fiocchi Shooting Dynamics Brass 9mm 115-Grain 1000-Rounds FMJ Case
Fiocchi Shooting Dynamics delivers exceptional performance at a great value with a reliable and consistent load. Each case contains 1000 rounds of 115 grain 9mm with full metal jacket bullets and brass casings.
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