Ammo Options; National Reciprocity; Advice for New Shooters: Gun Talk Radio|8.27.17 B

Published on August 28, 2017
Duration: 44:24

This episode of Gun Talk Radio features a discussion with Jason Nash from Vista Outdoor, focusing on advancements in ammunition technology. Key topics include improvements in handgun ammunition, such as Federal Premium's HST 38 Special +P designed to mitigate powder shift and ensure consistent velocity, and Speer Gold Dot's proven performance against barriers like auto glass, favored by law enforcement. The conversation also touches on the impact of bullet technology in closing caliber gaps for self-defense and the increasing accuracy expectations for hunting ammunition. A Federal Premium ballistics app is highlighted as a tool for selecting appropriate hunting loads.

Quick Summary

Federal Premium's HST 38 Special +P ammunition features a deep-seated bullet to eliminate powder shift and ensure consistent velocity, ideal for concealed carry revolvers. Speer Gold Dot is trusted by law enforcement for its bonded construction, which performs reliably through barriers like auto glass. Modern bullet technology has also minimized the performance differences between 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP for self-defense.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Crimson Trace Laser Guard Pro Announcement
  2. 00:24Gun Talk Now Intro
  3. 01:11Surefire Giveaway
  4. 02:10Ammunition Discussion Intro
  5. 02:47Guest Introduction: Jason Nash (Vista Outdoor)
  6. 03:34Bullet and Propellant Development
  7. 04:01Caliber vs. Bullet Technology in Self-Defense
  8. 04:36Hunting Ammunition Accuracy Expectations
  9. 04:54Federal Premium Gold Medal Line
  10. 05:15New Handgun Ammunition: Federal HST 38 Spl +P
  11. 06:06Explanation of Powder Shift
  12. 07:36Federal HST 38 Spl +P Details
  13. 08:02Speer Gold Dot Ammunition
  14. 09:08Gold Dot Bonded Construction and Barrier Performance
  15. 09:41Federal Premium Ballistics App
  16. 11:11Website Resources: Federal Premium & Speer Ammo
  17. 12:28Brownells Ad
  18. 13:55Sig Sauer Ad
  19. 14:28Springfield Armory Concealed Carry DVDs Ad
  20. 15:02Surefire Ad
  21. 15:47National Reciprocity News: WV & WI
  22. 17:53Reciprocity and Gun Ban Industry Reaction
  23. 18:14Gun Range Ladies Night Lawsuit Threat
  24. 19:32Caller: Harry (Oregon) - AR-15 Light Primer Strike
  25. 20:02AR-15 Floating Firing Pin Explanation
  26. 21:27Caller: Tim (North Dakota) - 318 H&H
  27. 22:44Support Local Businesses
  28. 23:07Hurricane Harvey Discussion & Gun Storage
  29. 24:58Caller: David (Waco, TX) - Colt Government .455 Webley Auto
  30. 28:22Caller: Glen (Washington) - Coriolis Effect & Long Range Shooting
  31. 31:14WhereToShoot.org Resource
  32. 31:44US Sportsman Alliance Ad
  33. 32:11Speer Gold Dot Ad
  34. 32:41First Person Defender Ad
  35. 33:11Smith & Wesson Performance Center Ad
  36. 33:55Caller: Paul (Palmer, AK) - Training New Shooters with Trail Boss
  37. 36:58Confidence in Shooting
  38. 38:17Caller: Charlie (Oklahoma) - Henry .44-40 Range Report
  39. 39:33Firearm Insurance and Record Keeping
  40. 41:04Caller: John (Oklahoma) - Gun Record Keeping Methods
  41. 43:19Caller: Jim (Iowa) - J-Frame Carry & Speed Strips
  42. 44:19Closing Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What is new in 38 Special +P ammunition?

Federal Premium's HST line now offers a 38 Special +P round designed to combat powder shift. The bullet is seated deeply, resembling a wadcutter, which compacts the powder and ensures more consistent velocity, making it ideal for concealed carry revolvers.

Why is Speer Gold Dot ammunition trusted by law enforcement?

Speer Gold Dot is favored by law enforcement due to its bonded construction, which allows it to maintain integrity and expand reliably even after passing through barriers like automotive glass. This consistent performance is critical in real-world scenarios.

How has bullet technology impacted handgun caliber effectiveness?

Advancements in bullet technology have significantly closed the performance gap between common self-defense handgun calibers like 9mm, .40 S&W, and .45 ACP. The effectiveness of a round is now more dependent on the bullet's design and terminal ballistics than the caliber alone.

What tools are available for selecting hunting ammunition?

Federal Premium provides a ballistics app that includes an ammunition selector. This tool allows users to input their intended use, caliber, and bullet type to view ballistics data and compare different loads, helping them choose the most suitable ammunition for their hunting needs.

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