3 Types of 9mm YOU NEED: Have you shot the 3rd?

Published on March 19, 2025
Duration: 0:47

This video from American Outlaw breaks down three essential types of 9mm ammunition: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) for practice, Hollow Point for self-defense, and Soft Point for hunting. The instructor emphasizes the importance of choosing the right ammo for the intended purpose, highlighting potential over-penetration issues with FMJ in defensive scenarios and the expansion capabilities of Hollow Points. Safe firearm handling and range etiquette are implicitly demonstrated throughout.

Quick Summary

Understand the three key 9mm ammunition types: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) for practice, Hollow Point for self-defense, and Soft Point for hunting. FMJ risks over-penetration in defensive situations, while Hollow Points expand on impact for better terminal ballistics. Soft Points are designed for controlled expansion in hunting scenarios.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
  2. 00:12Hollow Point for Self-Defense
  3. 00:25Soft Point for Hunting

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the three main types of 9mm ammunition discussed?

The video covers Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) for practice, Hollow Point for self-defense, and Soft Point for hunting. FMJ is not recommended for defense due to over-penetration risks, while Hollow Points expand on impact and Soft Points are designed for controlled expansion in hunting scenarios.

Why is FMJ ammunition not ideal for home defense?

Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) ammunition is not recommended for home defense because its solid construction can lead to over-penetration. This means the bullet may pass through walls or other barriers, posing a risk to individuals beyond the intended target.

What is the primary advantage of Hollow Point ammunition?

The primary advantage of Hollow Point ammunition for self-defense is its design to expand upon impact. This expansion increases the bullet's diameter, creating a larger wound channel and significantly reducing the likelihood of over-penetration through barriers.

What is the recommended use for Soft Point ammunition?

Soft Point ammunition is recommended for hunting or dispatching animals. Its exposed lead tip is designed to expand upon impact, providing controlled energy transfer suitable for ethical harvesting, differentiating it from FMJ and Hollow Point rounds.

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