This seems like an appropriate forum for this question...

Has anyone tried the new Hornady Self Defense ammunition and what do you think of it.. I have ordered some of the ./38 Spec. +P, .357 Mag. and .45 Acp Self Defense stuff from Hornady to test, but wondered what everyone thought of this concept.. This ammo should take care of the New Jersey "No Hollowpoint ammo for Self Defense" statue..

Comments....

Dave

Have some HDY CD 380 and 38 spec. have shot both.the 380 is a little different for a semi- auto in that the bullet has a cannelure to prevent setback on the feed ramp. the nickle case supposedly makes for smoother feeding. functioning is perfect thru (3) kel-tecs, (2) rugers, (1) KAHR, and an old Colt mod 1908. Satisfied enough with it to tote my carrys with one chambered, and a full mag.
I guess the advertising worked also. john

Hornady CD is the only hollowpoint ammo that will feed properly in my Kimber ultra CDP.
Here's a few rounds out of that Kimber...just for test purposes, fired into and recovered from a phone book back-stop @ 7 yards.

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I keep the Hornaday in both my Keltec and my 357.....seems to be good stuff, no feed problems and of course it fires every time in the 357

I use the Hornady Tap™ hollow points chambered in .45ACP. They shoot great in every way and give the best groupings (as apposed to using cheap target ammo)

It's a great product and what I use in my EDC. I've no doubts about the incredible stopping power these have.

10/20/30/50ft .... noooo problem..

I've long been a fan of Hornady's XTP line of bullets. Not all agree, but I personally don't mind sacrificing a little expansion for extra penetration. The only reason I don't carry Hornady's TAP line of ammunition is that I can find other quality (and arguably better) JHP ammunition much cheaper.

However, I will say, I'm not a fan of their Critical Defense line. I don't trust bullets that are light for their caliber and designed to always expand to have enough penetration to reach the vitals under less than ideal circumstances.

I too love Hornady's products in general, but after their having several lots in a row of Critical Defense ammo failing to expand (acting closer to FMJ) I'll stick with Barnes' superior Tactical XP copper load from other manufactures or use heavy for caliber unbonded loads.

Speaking of copper HP's, here's a few listings that have tested well for civilians to consider:



************ 38 Special ************


Double Tap:
** 110-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP Copper Jacketed HP @ 1,125 fps in 1.875” barrel.
Double Tap 110-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP


Corbon – Dakota Ammo:
** 110-gr. +P DPX [Barnes XPB] Copper HP (DPX38110-20)
See also: 38 Special: Hornady FTX vs. Speer 135-gr. Short Barrel vs. CorBon 110-gr. DPX



************ 9mm Luger / 9X19 ************


Double Tap:
* 115-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP Copper Jacketed HP


Corbon – Dakota Ammo:
* 115-gr. +P DPX [Barnes XPB] Copper Jacketed HP @ 1,250 fps (DPX09115-20)


Black Hills:
* 115-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP


Federal Tactical – Barnes XPB:
115-gr. Barnes XPB Expander Copper Jacketed HP @ 1,140 fps. (T9XB1)
LE - Tactical Barnes XPB


************ 9x23 Winchester ************


Corbon DPX:
125-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP HP @ 1,350 fps (DPX9X23125-20)



************ 38 Super: ************


Double Tap:
115-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP Copper Jacketed HP @ 1,425 fps in (1911) 5” barrel.
DoubleTap Ammunition


Corbon DPX:
125-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP HP @ 1,350 fps (DPX38X125-20)
38 Super Auto Plus P 125gr Self-Defense DPX | COR®BON/Glaser Self Defense | Dakota Ammo



************ 357 Sig ************


Corbon – Dakota Ammo:
** 125-gr. +P DPX [Barnes XPB] Copper Jacketed HP @ 1,200 fps (DPX357SIG125-20)



************ 357 Mag ************


Federal:
** 140-gr. Barnes Expander (P357XB1)
http://ammo.ar15.com/project/Self_De...lLECatalog.pdf


Corbon – Dakota Ammo:
** 125-gr. DPX [Barnes XPB] Copper HP (DPX357125-20)



************ 40 S&W ************


Black Hills:
** 155-gr. Barnes Tac-XP Copper Jacketed HP @ 1,100 fps
Factory New Handgun Calibers | Black Hills Ammunition | American Made Excellence Since 1981


Federal Tactical – Barnes XPB:
155-gr. Barnes XPB Expander Copper Jacketed HP @ 1,030 fps. (T40XB1)
LE - Tactical Barnes XPB


Barnes:
** 155-gr. XPB Copper Jacketed HP
Factory New Handgun Calibers | Black Hills Ammunition | American Made Excellence Since 1981


Corbon – Dakota Ammo:
140-gr. +P DPX [Barnes XPB] Copper Jacketed HP (DPX40140-20)



************ 10mm (FBI) Auto ************


Double Tap:
** 155-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP All Copper Jacketed HP


Corbon – Dakota Ammo:
** 155-gr. +P DPX [Barnes XPB] Copper Jacketed HP (DPX10155-20)



************ 45 ACP ************


Corbon – Dakota Ammo:
** 185-gr. +P DPX [Barnes XPB] Copper Jacketed HP (DPX45185-20)


Federal LE Tactical: LE Only
** 185-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP (T45XB1) @ 1,030 fps.


Black Hills:
** 185-gr. +P Barnes Tac-XP Copper Jacketed HP


Barnes:
** 185-gr. +P XPB Copper Jacketed HP

I believe that Cor-bon Powerball as well as the Hornady Critical Defense circumvent the hollowpoint rule...The arrogance of Jersey's laws really burns my ***. Especially because I'm a cop and their attorney general made it very clear that he would prosecute any off duty officer from another state who took enforcement action. ie...you see a violent robbery which legally you can stop in any state..but this jerk wants you to allow it to happen and just be a good witness. Now I don't know too many CIVILIANS or COPS who could not act in that situation. Sorry this got a bit off topic however that states B.S. infuriates me!

I have Hornady Critical Defense in all my carry guns. 380, 9MM, and my wifes 357. I think it is the best thing going right now.

I just read in my FOP newsletter about S.1132 (which enhances HR218) that has been signed into law. NJ Ag's office can pound sand on there ammo ban if you are carrying under the protection of the Law Enforcement Officers' Safety Act. I added a link to the FAQ.

http://www.fop.net/legislative/issue...8/hr218faq.pdf

I have a copy of the updated version and plan on carrying the ammo in jersey I qualify with...It's a shame that they are so rediculous. Some depts in PA and other states have policies that restrict officers from carrying there.

Whenever I travel around the country going to gun shows and other dealers,I carry a .357 and it is stoked with the Hornady Critical ammo. Sorry that I have not been on the forum for awhile but,my health took a turn south when I got sick early last month and was in the hospital for 2 weeks. rz625-8 Now,I am better.

I won't use it. I had some corrode severely from spending a couple months in a synthetic speedloader pouch.

Corrosion

Hornady blew me off. Said it had to be tanning salts from leather; the shells never contacted leather. They were stored in the proximity of leather, but not touching.

I use it in both my .38 smith and 9mm walther and am pleased with it. No problems

I am looking to purchase bullets for a small S-W pistol. It takes 38 but not 38 special. The bullets need to be shorter for this smaller pistol.

I need to purchase S-W 38 bullets ( not 38 special they need to be shorter for my older pistol) Please help.Robert

The .380 CD ran flawlessly through my NAA Guardian. I've yet to try it in other calibers, but am anxious to see how it runs through my Colt Defender(.45) and my CS9

Critical defense ahs run flawless in all my guns. I like it alot. Never had any issues with it and it expanded very well out of all my guns.

The question should really be, "Has anybody used Hornady Self Defense Ammo in a real life self defense shooting?" And of course, the coroner's report would be required!!

I use Hornady critical defense in all my home defense handguns. I have a 1911 Kimber and a 39-2 S&W 9mm and they feed without a problem. I have shot the ammo and it has been accurate. I have also fired Winchester PDX in 45 acp with no problem. I am told that Speer Gold dot JHPs are one of the best also.

I am curious. In what medium or situation did the Critical defense ammo fail to expand??