Shield and Critical Duty +P

[paxamus]

Hey guys,

I was wondering, has anyone tried the Shield in 9mm with the Hornady Critical Duty +P.

Some say it isn't for short barrels, thinking of getting some, but wanted to ask first

 

[Magnum1b]

Shot some comparable 147 gr fmj's, sub-sonic yesterday and it handled them fine. About a 3" group from 10 yds without trying much. Brand new gun and just wanted to test fire it before I give it to the wife.

 

[DocGlock]

Shot some comparable 147 gr fmj's, sub-sonic yesterday and it handled them fine...

I don't have any Critical Duty, so I have no answer, but, can't help but ask how a 147 gr fmj is comparable to the 135 gr FlexLock Critical Duty?

 

[Magnum1b]

You're absloutely correct. I had a brain fart. However I do have some CD in the bag and can test it after lunch.

 

[Magnum1b]

Ok, here's 5 rounds at 25 feet. Shoots harder than the 147gr, more recoil. The 147 is what I have been shooting in my FS M&P.
IDPA target, 8" circle.



And 5 more from 5 Yards

Shot offhand on uneven ground with 5-10. mpg breezes. I'm sure with some more rounds through the gun I could do better. The trigger is a little stiffer than my FS with DCAEK and RAM, but nothing like my BG380.

 

[paxamus]

I have some, but was wondering if Speer Gold +P would be better,ie more manageable recoil and better follow up shots

 

[Rotty37]

The difference between Critical DUTY® & Critical DEFENSE® - Hornady Manufacturing, Inc

and a thread on this topic.

http://smith-wessonforum.com/smith-...hornady-critical-defense-duty-shield-9mm.html

 

[Maddmax]

Ok, here's 5 rounds at 25 feet. Shoots harder than the 147gr, more recoil. The 147 is what I have been shooting in my FS M&P.
IDPA target, 8" circle. And 5 more from 5 Yards

Shot offhand on uneven ground with 5-10. mpg breezes. I'm sure with some more rounds through the gun I could do better. The trigger is a little stiffer than my FS with DCAEK and RAM, but nothing like my BG380.

I've stuck with the 115 grain and have better luck with the shorter barrel lengths. No affence,Same distances I can keep them all in the center. I was "told" the heavier bullet is out the barrel and gone before all the bowder has actually burned. Lighter bullets get a better powder burn on "take off" and track better.

 

[Magnum1b]

Haven't tried the 115 yet. I was shooting it through the FS till I tried the 147 and found for me anyway it performs better, especially out to 15-25 yard distances. The Atlanta Arms "Blue box" ammo is very popular around here as they're local and supply several national teams.