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FEDERAL AMMO 380 ACP 99gr HYDRA-SHOK DEEP 20/b 10/c
Read 4 Reviews - Average Rating: 5 stars
Probably the best 380 load available
By Cale R.
on May 04, 2024
If you're wondering about this stuff, search for some of the tests showing 14+ inches of penetration and good expansion even through clothing barriers. There are a few testers who have put up videos showing it doing exactly that. Nothing else in 380 gets this kind of penetration while still expanding. It is probably the best available 380 load there is. I'm using this in a P365-380.
Going deep.
By Hughree B.
on Jun 30, 2023
I just received the hard to find .380 Hydra Shok Deep. On-line reviews suggest this new Federal offering may offer penetration AND expansion in the .380 caliber that generally makes you settle for one or the other. I have not tested these yet in my .380 pistols but have high hopes they fill a gap in performance between the FMJ and JHP offerings on the market. Unfortunately, they are again out of stock so my next order will be larger. I am a big fan of Federal ammunition from long experience with the HST offerings.
As always, Graf is my first stop when I need shooting supplies. Their inventory, fast shipping and excellent customer service make me a very satisfied customer.
Quality Ammo !!
By Edward S.
on Jun 26, 2023
Perfect, Well Packed, Fast Shipping !!! AAA +++ !!!
Best .380 ACP defensive load yet...
By Dan M.
on Mar 06, 2023
I've done ballistic comparisons of most of the available .380 defensive rounds to date and for me, this is the load of choice. Others have expanded to a larger diameters but fail to provide adequate penetration at least, for me. The smaller expanded diameter of this load is due it being accomplished almost entirely by a unique design, by which the copper jacket folds back completely but with almost no expansion from the lead itself (see expanded bullet image on box). This design seems to provide for violent initial expansion upon contact with the flattened projectile continuing forward for superb penetration...most I've seen in .380. Penetration has no problems meeting or exceeding the FBI protocol. It will be utilized in my CC weapons.
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