9mm

https://www.smith-wesson.com/metal?preselect=true This looks interesting. An aluminum frame, optics ready, compatible with M&P 2.0 holsters, mags, palmswells, etc. They also say it has the 2.0 trigger, but I sure would like to see the Plus trigger in it.

Have any of you come across 9mm brass with primer crimps? My brother in law wants to start reloading, but is convinced he needs to swage his 9mm primer pockets. I've personally never even seen 9mm brass that had a primer crimp. And I have loaded range brass for years. What's been your experience?

I have an original Shield that was a 100% reliable tank. That’s why I finally upgraded to a Plus. It’s obviously got increased capacity. But, what will surprise those who haven’t shot it is that it’s a substantially better trigger than all other M&P’s. It’s a third gen trigger, not 2.0. I just...

I have long heard about the FBI's 12-18" penetration standard for determining an adequate load for self-defense, yet I'm now starting to rethink if this is needed. It seems to be that there are loads that have a great street track record, yet either don't reach 12", or just barely. What are some...

Specifically the "common" calibers seen in the USA. In my opinion, I feel like 9mm would be the #1 caliber that isn't going anywhere, any time soon. Along with 9mm, I'd also throw in .357 mag, .40 S&W, .45 ACP, .38 Spl, and .380 ACP. I feel that calibers like .25 ACP and .32 ACP have the...

What is 124 Grain HST street record? According to official FBI ballistic testing, HST is on the extreme low end of the FBI penetration standards. Sometimes not even making it. I know it expands awesome, but is it truly optimal, as penetration is above expansion as far as priorities? FBI...

Hi, I'm new to this forum. I'm looking for a semi-automatic 9mm pistol. My maximum budget is 500 dollars but I want to spend 400 or less. I haven't really looked at guns over 400. The best I can find that are legal in California are the Ruger Security 9, SAR B6C, and Beretta APX. The Smith &...

Why is 9mm not adequate for you?

Lets say you had a chicken coop 50 yards or less from your backdoor. You wish to protect it from Coyotes > Fox > Racoon. There are two rifles that have got my interest lately and the chicken coop is simply what I tell myself and the S.O. the purpose of the rifle would be. The two rifles are, A...

9mm/The King: Adequate ballistics for self-defense use with quality Hollow Points, which are plenty. Best capacity, the variety of gun size options, recoil is mild (depending on size of gun). .40/The Optimal Powerhouse: This is the best go-to if what you desire is best firepower. Big expansion...

This is a continuation of the WSF test using WST. All shot using my Ranson Rest that I built. All these loads self reset after each firing. All I had to do was pull the string every 5-10 sec. Shot out of 1911 that I built, Kart barrel. Temp upper 60's, Wind 10-15 at my back. WST , Dispensed...

Shot some test loads yesterday using my new home built Ransom rest. I did make a slight mod and moved the remote trigger bar downward, so brass ejection does not hit it. I attached my rest using a single 5/16" x 2.5" lag screw into my bench in the front, and c-clamp at the back. This position...

I'm looking for a relatively universal OAL for the RMR 115gr FMJ in 9mm. I only have a single barrel to plunk test against at the moment (Gen3 Glock) -- it will pass quite long. What is a good OAL for this bullet that would work with most 9mm pistols, including CZ and Gen5 Glock?

Good morning everyone! Looking for some recommendations for loading 124 grain RMR FMJ projectiles in 9mm for speed shooting competition, with VV N320. Does anyone use this projectile/powder combination, and what powder charge have you found to be the most accurate? As a disclaimer, I AM working...

Hi I am traveling with family for a vacation and wanted to take one pistol with me. I am undecided between these: 1. Glock 19 2. DW VBob 1911 .45 I shoot both well. Both are conceal-able and very reliable. I will be attending a few wedding functions and social events. Some late night travel...

Has anyone tried shooting 9mm bullets through a .38 special/.357 magnum? I have. (Because I'm a spinster!)

Hey all, I was cleaning some 1x fired 9mm Winchester brass for reloading today and I noticed that the flash hole on a number of the cases was enlarged, in an oblong shape (see photo). Any ideas on what causes this (especially on only 1x fired brass)? Would you consider this safe to reload? Thanks.

I’m a Ruger guy, Blackhawk 357 mag, P89, P95, P345, SR9, Security 9, Ruger 57, and more Then, I jumped ship and bought an IWI Masada. (Sorry Bill) In the crowded Wonder 9 market I felt the Masada is a lot of gun for $400. Optics ready, 3 back straps, removable chassis, etc. Any opinions?

What is your favorite 9mm Makarov load? Open question, only constraint is 9mm Makarov.

Thought this was the most understandable, fair and real world test I've seen and will surely start no controversy by settling that age old question once and for all time: