SHOT Show 2018: Colt Match Ammo

Published on January 25, 2018
Duration: 1:19

Mike McKnight of Double Tap Ammunition discusses Colt's National Match and Defense ammunition lines. The strategy simplifies offerings to one match load and one defense load per caliber, ensuring consistent point of impact and feel for training. This allows shooters to train with one load and use another for competition or defense.

Quick Summary

Colt's ammunition strategy simplifies offerings to one match (FMJ) and one defense (hollow-point) load per caliber, ensuring consistent point of impact and feel for training. Defense loads feature specially designed hollow points that function at lower speeds, reducing recoil for faster follow-up shots and target reacquisition.

Chapters

  1. 00:03Introduction and Speaker
  2. 00:07Colt Ammunition Lineup
  3. 00:18Ammunition Simplification Strategy
  4. 00:38National Match vs. Defense Loads
  5. 00:43Defense Load Design and Recoil Reduction
  6. 01:03Ease of Identification and Use
  7. 01:14Where to Find More Information

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the main goal of Colt's simplified ammunition lineup?

The main goal is to simplify the offerings to one match load and one defense load per caliber. This ensures a consistent point of impact and feel, allowing shooters to train with one load and use another for competition or defense without significant adjustment.

What type of bullets are used in Colt's National Match and Defense loads?

Colt's National Match loads utilize Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) bullets. Their Defense loads feature specially designed hollow-point bullets manufactured to function effectively at lower speeds.

How do Colt's defense loads benefit shooters in defensive situations?

The hollow-point bullets in Colt's defense loads are designed to operate at lower speeds, which reduces recoil. This lower recoil allows for faster follow-up shots and quicker target reacquisition, which is crucial in a defensive scenario.

Where can I find more information about Colt ammunition?

For more information on Colt ammunition, you can visit the Double Tap Ammunition website at doubletap.net. They provide details on their National Match and Defense load offerings.

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