Barnes .380: Clear Impact Gun

Published on May 24, 2018
Duration: 1:31

Ed Combs of Concealed Carry Magazine reviews Barnes' Tactics PD .380 ammunition, highlighting its unique copper solid construction designed for radical projectile deployment. Tested in a Diamondback DB380, the ammunition achieved approximately 9.5 inches of penetration and demonstrated excellent expansion, suggesting it could be a viable option for personal defense.

Quick Summary

Barnes' Tactics PD .380 ammunition utilizes a copper solid projectile engineered for radical deployment, aiming to maximize energy transfer for self-defense. Tested in a Diamondback DB380, it achieved approximately 9.5 inches of penetration with excellent expansion, suggesting it's a viable option for personal defense if it prints well in your firearm.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Barnes .380 Ammo
  2. 00:12Different Approaches to .380 Ammunition
  3. 00:25Barnes Tactics PD .380 Design
  4. 00:37Ballistics and Testing Setup
  5. 00:39Diamondback DB380 Overview
  6. 00:50Test Results: Penetration and Expansion
  7. 01:06Conclusion and Recommendation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is unique about Barnes' Tactics PD .380 ammunition?

Barnes' Tactics PD .380 ammunition features a copper solid projectile designed for radical deployment, aiming to transfer significant energy to the target for effective stopping power in self-defense scenarios.

What were the test results for Barnes Tactics PD .380 ammunition?

When fired from a Diamondback DB380 at 990 feet per second, the Barnes Tactics PD .380 ammunition achieved approximately 9.5 inches of penetration and demonstrated very good projectile deployment, indicating effective expansion.

Is Barnes Tactics PD .380 ammunition suitable for concealed carry?

Based on testing, Barnes Tactics PD .380 ammunition shows promise for concealed carry due to its effective penetration and expansion. If it performs well in your specific firearm, it could be a reliable self-defense round.

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