Which 9mm ammo? For range/self defense

[Brazman]

Hey guys,
Getting a new-to-me 9mm, and wondering if anyone could recommend ammo for range plinking and ammo for self-defense (mostly from a hawg would be my guess ;-)

It's a S&W 5943.

[Redneck Archer]

did you get it yet?

those hollow points did a descent job on the hogs I had in the trap two weeks ago... BUT, I am sure there is MUCH better out there!

[BigFoot]

Also just purchased a 9 and was wondering the same thing

[TexMax]

Winchester white box


But self defense and hog killing ammo will not be the same. Jhp's vs ball ammo

[Cottonfish]

I use Winchester RA9TA 127gr+p+ in my carry gun, and WWB 115gr FMJ for plinking. My alternate carry load is 124gr+p Gold Dots.

Stu

[Deers & Beers]

I'm with cottonfish on the ranger ammo for defense, but I use the heavier grain non +p+ stuff (RA9T):

http://www.sgammo.com/product/winchester/50rds-9mm-ranger-ra9t-147-gr-t-series

I'm just paranoid using wicked high-pressure rounds..

[Destry]

I use the cheapest brass casings just to shoot, and i carry gold dot's for concealed carry

[billfromtx]

Cheap FMJ's like Winchester white box for plinking...
Hornady critical defense for social work!

[hully1029]

winchester whitebox for plinking..... speer gold dots for self defense

[Mike D]

Any cheap ball ammo will work for range use.

For SD ammo against 2 legged predators get Federal HST Tactical (not hydra shocks), Winchester Ranger T series or Speer Gold Dot.

For 4 legged critters I am a fan of Hornady XTP rounds. They expand well, penetrate deep and hold together nicely.

[DocHolliday]

Federal HST 124gr +P for defense,

Any cheap FMJs for targets, don't use FMJ stuff for shooting critters around the lease, you can find UMC JHPs pretty cheap

[DocHolliday]

Mike,
Where do you get your HSTs? I had a good spot in Dallas, but they've been out of 9mm the last few times I've been in there.

[TexMax]

The Remington golden sabers are also a good choice.

[Jackson357]

Federal HST 124gr +P for defense,

Any cheap FMJs for targets, don't use FMJ stuff for shooting critters around the lease, you can find UMC JHPs pretty cheap

Try www.ammunitiontogo.com thats where I get mine.

[biglew]

I have a Beretta and always use the cheap Monarch brand from Academy for range shooting. I like the Winchester PDX JHPs for home defense.