This video provides a comprehensive overview of various ammunition types suitable for self-defense and home defense scenarios, focusing on 9mm handgun rounds and 12-gauge shotgun shells. It details the ballistics, performance characteristics, and intended applications of numerous brands and loads, including FMJ, JHP, and specialized defensive rounds. The discussion covers factors like bullet weight, expansion, penetration, recoil management, and cost-effectiveness, offering insights for informed ammunition selection.
Ben Stoeger, a seasoned competitive shooter, discusses the use of PMC ammunition for both training and matches. He finds PMC 223 and 9mm to be high-quality and consistent, suitable for competition, though the 223 is noted as being softer shooting than some alternatives. For training, he often uses Blazer 115 grain 9mm due to its slightly lower cost and availability. Stoeger emphasizes that ammunition must function reliably above all else, and while he prefers factory ammo for matches, he acknowledges that custom firearms may necessitate reloads.
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