.410 critical defensive style reload - 2 000 buckshot with 9mm 115 GR hollowpoint- will it work?

Published on October 16, 2023
Duration: 5:41

This video details a research project into creating a custom .410 defensive-style shotgun load, mimicking Hornady's Critical Defense concept. The creator experiments with combining two 00 buckshot balls with a 9mm 115-grain hollow-point slug, using Lil' Gun powder and custom wad configurations. The process involves cutting down 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches and carefully stacking components within a Claybuster wad.

Quick Summary

This video details a research project creating a custom .410 defensive-style shotgun load by combining 00 buckshot balls with a 9mm 115-grain hollow-point slug. The load uses Lil' Gun powder and custom wad configurations, aiming for velocities around 1280 ft/s, unlike lower-velocity factory defensive loads.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Disclaimer & Research Project Intro
  2. 00:15Mimicking Hornady Critical Defense Style Load
  3. 00:44Hornady Critical Defense Triple Defense Specs
  4. 01:26Custom Load Components & Powder
  5. 01:41Wad Preparation & Projectile Stacking
  6. 02:25Specific Custom Load Configuration
  7. 03:07Inverted Slug Orientation Test
  8. 03:26Weight Comparison: Standard vs. Custom Load
  9. 03:41Shell Preparation: Cutting to 2.5 Inches
  10. 04:21Reloading Process: Powder, Wad, Projectiles
  11. 05:00Adding Overshot Wad & Roll Crimping
  12. 05:16Final Custom Round Appearance
  13. 05:30Range Testing & Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of the custom .410 load being created in this video?

The creator is conducting a research project to mimic the style of Hornady's Critical Defense .410 loads. This involves combining 00 buckshot balls with a 9mm hollow-point slug in a .410 shell for potential defensive applications.

What components are used in the custom .410 defensive-style reload?

The custom load utilizes Lil' Gun powder, a Claybuster wad with foam spacers, two 00 buckshot balls (0.350 caliber), and a 9mm 115-grain hollow-point slug (0.355 caliber).

How does the custom .410 load differ from factory Hornady Critical Defense rounds?

Factory Hornady Critical Defense .410 rounds are rated at a lower velocity (around 750 ft/s) for pistol use. This custom load aims for higher velocities (around 1280 ft/s), more typical of standard .410 buckshot or slug loads.

What modifications are made to the .410 shells for this custom load?

The creator cuts down standard 3-inch .410 shells to 2.5 inches. This ensures a clean edge for a proper roll crimp, which is crucial for containing the custom projectile stack within the shell.

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