Target ammo for Shield 9
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Ballistic147
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I like Blazer Brass for range ammo. Out of several thousand rounds never had a single issue. It can be had for $11 per box if you order it by the case.
Sigsavvy
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I use Perfecta ammo at the range. It's a Walmart thing and runs about $9 a box. It is a little more dirty than the Winchester white box that I also use but can't beat the price. I also use the Perfecta in my FS 40 and haven't had any issues.
Targets Guy
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I use the range ammo where I shoot. It is out of Kansas City. Never had a problem with it. On Target Ammunition.
115gr FMJ
almost 300 error free rounds down range
115gr FMJ
almost 300 error free rounds down range
THIS. The Shield is a pretty hungry animal and not too finicky.
Although, there has been a few people on this forum that have had some failures with 115gr. It has been suggested to them to run 124.
I only run 124gr through mine. 300+ rounds of FMJ with no failures.
oldfart64
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good buy on remington UMC at cabelas right now $11.99 for 50. Good clean burning reliable ammo. My only real advice, shoot the same weight ammo when broken in that you shoot as personal defense. 124 fmj should shoot the same as 124 gr jhp.
Ranger17
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while i haven't picked up a Shield (yet lol) both my compact and full size MP 9's have ran perfectly on Blazer brass, Remington UMC, and Herters (Cabelas) 115 fmj.
They have been 100% flawless (2600+ rounds) and i normally pick them up in the $10-12 range max for 50 at Gander, Cabelas, and even Dicks when on sale.
OP, in my Shield research, seems some have also mentioned from an accuracy stand point that 124 grain does better for them over 115.
Perhaps grab a couple boxes of the same brand but different grain to compare for yourself to see what works best for you.
They have been 100% flawless (2600+ rounds) and i normally pick them up in the $10-12 range max for 50 at Gander, Cabelas, and even Dicks when on sale.
OP, in my Shield research, seems some have also mentioned from an accuracy stand point that 124 grain does better for them over 115.
Perhaps grab a couple boxes of the same brand but different grain to compare for yourself to see what works best for you.
Targets Guy
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bigsteve113
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My Shield is not particular. My .40 or my 9mm. Grab whatever you can at the best price and have at it!
kmanick
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funny you should mention this, I've run about 300 rounds through my shield 9mm this week, been using WWB 115 and I've had a FTE every day. Just one each day, I'm wondering if it's the 7 round magazine as it's only happened with tat one. Other wise no problems at all. I guess I need to find some 124 GR and give it a try.
I run WWB 165 through my FS .40 or 180gr American Eagle with zero issues. I'm getting close to 1000 rounds with that one.
I love that gun
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The only FMJ ammo I've tried that gives my Shield 9 problems is Winchester NATO. I don't know why, because my SIG P320 loves it. So most any other quality FMJ brand should work. I second the use of 124 grain versions. Also, I'm somewhat of an ammo snob, and I never use steel or aluminum cartridges, only brass. I don't know for sure if steel or aluminum cartridges are harder on chambers, extractors, or ejectors than brass, but I'm unwilling to use my Shield (or my other guns) to experiment.
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I've been using Freedom Munitions 124gr FMJ fpr range ammo and have not had a problem. I only buy the new ammo, no reloads. Usually runs about $11.50 a box with free shipping. I also use their .380 90 gr XTP in my Glock. It's good enough I use it for carry ammo. I haven't had a bad round from them.
ShieldUser
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May not be the answer you are expecting but practice with any cheap ammo until you feel comfortable and then practice with your SD ammo until you know how the weapon feels (i.e. kicks more, cycles ok, etc ).
Buy the FMJ ammo online by the case - be willing to pay about $200 - $220 shipped
Buy the FMJ ammo online by the case - be willing to pay about $200 - $220 shipped
BlackTalonJHP
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124gr Blazer Brass FMJ
124gr Speer Lawman FMJ
124gr American Eagle FMJ
115gr Fiocchi Perfecta FMJ
115gr Winchester USA FMJ
124gr Geco FMJ
124gr ZVS FMJ
124gr Speer Lawman FMJ
124gr American Eagle FMJ
115gr Fiocchi Perfecta FMJ
115gr Winchester USA FMJ
124gr Geco FMJ
124gr ZVS FMJ
notaliberal
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Please tell me where you bought the Blazer ammo. I have not seen a better price. Thanks.
Deadbug
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For range use, I like--in this order:
Blazer Brass 115 & 124 FMJ
Sellier & Bellot 115/124 FMJ
and Magtech 115 FMJ
I always buy 1,000 round cases online exclusively and pay an average cost of .20 per round for any of the above choices, excluding shipping. I go through around 200 rounds every week, so it makes sense (and saves a lot of money) to buy in bulk and online. I only use factory new ammo in my Shield.
In addition to my favorites above, I've tried Winchester White Box and Freedom Munitions (factory new). I had a few FTF and hard primer (needs second strike to fire) with Freedom...so they are on the back burner. WWB was relatively too expensive and the others actually performed better in my experience.
Blazer Brass 115 & 124 FMJ
Sellier & Bellot 115/124 FMJ
and Magtech 115 FMJ
I always buy 1,000 round cases online exclusively and pay an average cost of .20 per round for any of the above choices, excluding shipping. I go through around 200 rounds every week, so it makes sense (and saves a lot of money) to buy in bulk and online. I only use factory new ammo in my Shield.
In addition to my favorites above, I've tried Winchester White Box and Freedom Munitions (factory new). I had a few FTF and hard primer (needs second strike to fire) with Freedom...so they are on the back burner. WWB was relatively too expensive and the others actually performed better in my experience.
ShieldUser
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Use sgammo.com as a baseline for price/shipping and then Google search ( ammo search engine ) to pick a better price/shipping cost. Some ammo vendor has low price on ammo but ridiculously high shipping charge.
