What Is My Carry Ammo? Q & A

Published on October 18, 2023
Duration: 38:41

Hickok45 shares his long-standing preference for Speer Gold Dot and Federal HST as carry ammunition, citing their proven track records. He emphasizes the critical importance of understanding caliber compatibility to avoid dangerous mistakes, warning against assuming interchangeability. The discussion also touches on acceptable reliability standards for defensive firearms and recommended bullet weights for common calibers like .45 ACP and .357 Magnum.

Quick Summary

Hickok45 recommends Speer Gold Dot or Federal HST for concealed carry, citing their long-standing reputation for reliability. He stresses the critical importance of understanding caliber compatibility to avoid dangerous mistakes and advises investigating any firearm that malfunctions more than once.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Q&A Format
  2. 02:41Preferred Carry Ammunition: Gold Dot & HST
  3. 07:46Smith & Wesson Revolver Frame Sizes
  4. 09:09Carry Gun Reliability Standards
  5. 12:37Caliber Compatibility and Safety Warnings
  6. 17:55Bullet Grain Recommendations (.45 ACP, .357 Mag)
  7. 18:11YouTube Channel Origins Story
  8. 21:13Discussion on 'The Rifleman' & Westerns
  9. 23:31Addressing Stereotypes and Actions

Frequently Asked Questions

What ammunition does Hickok45 recommend for concealed carry?

Hickok45 states he has consistently carried Speer Gold Dot or Federal HST ammunition since the early 1990s. He believes these brands have proven track records and are among the best hollow-point options available for self-defense.

Why is caliber compatibility important for ammunition?

It's crucial because cartridges with similar names are often not interchangeable (e.g., .44 Magnum vs. .44-40, or .45 ACP vs. .45 Colt). Using the wrong ammunition can cause dangerous malfunctions, damage the firearm, or lead to serious safety hazards.

What is an acceptable malfunction rate for a carry gun?

Hickok45 suggests that a defensive firearm should have an extremely low malfunction rate. He indicates he would investigate or potentially remove a gun from his carry rotation if it experienced more than one malfunction, regardless of the cause.

What bullet weights does Hickok45 recommend for common calibers?

For .45 ACP, he recommends a 230-grain bullet. For .357 Magnum and .38 Special, he suggests 158 grains, noting that 125 grains is also a classic and highly effective defensive weight for .357 Magnum.

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