hollow point

Ammo: Winchester Defender Bonded 180 Grain JHP (Test results from a M&P40C 3.5" Barrel) Gun: Glock 22 (4.49" Barrel) In your opinion, what is the % chance that just 1 shot from .40, through the heart, with THIS SPECIFIC ammo and sized gun, will do the job? No matter how big the person is...

Hi guys, I had a quick question. I was studying the FBI Protocol when it comes to the 10% Ballistic Gel penetration standards, and after digging through multiple websites, I noticed that certain aspects aren't talked about as much, like skin resistance. Do you all no how many inches of gel is...

I know that the FBI Standard for adequate self defense ammo 12-18" of penetration in properly prepared 10% ballistics gel. And from my research, the vast majority of JHP's fall into the 12-14.5" range. I also know that penetration in gel is not the same as in a body, being that I've read that...

I'm new to reloading, but i'd like to do a lot more practice with my actual defense rounds. As of now I've been using factory Winchester rangers (the old black tip), and I'd like to develop my own 9mm load (not picky on grain) that i can afford to practice with some as well as have plenty...

I'm new to black powder so forgive me if I ask a stupid question, but I am curious what I would get if I remove some lead from the front of the ball and make it into a hollow point? Would it aid expansion upon impacr? What about in the barrel, would it expand and engage the rifling more? What...