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Hi Michael and welcome. Critical Defense bullets are designed for use in compact pistols, Critical Duty bullets are suited to full-sized handguns. They use heavier bullets and heavier powder charges than Critical Defense ammunition. Just choose the load according to your handgun barrel length. 3.8 inch barrels, Critical Duty, shorter barrels Critical Defense. Defense uses a faster burning powder for shorter barrels. Cheers, stay safe and enjoy.