Is it nickle plated… I know they stopped nickle plating along with other brands for “supply issues”

Hi Andrew, this will depend on when this lot was made Sir. Since the UPC code remained the same, the date of manufacture will determine whether nickel plated or brass. I would give you a 70% chance of nickel and 30% chance of brass. Cheers and stay safe!

Andrew, yes sir, all Hornady Critical Defense ammunition is loaded in nickel-plated cases. Stay safe & have a great day!

Yes, below is directly from the Hornady Site page. 380 Auto 90 gr FTX® Critical Defense® Item #90080 | 25/Box US Patent: 8,161,885 | 8,413,587 | 7,380,502 Concealed Carry Reliability. Since their inception, conventional hollow point pistol bullets have performed well, but have never delivered 100% reliability, especially in self-defense situations. The patented Flex Tip® technology used in Critical Defense® ammunition eliminates the clogging and inconsistency that often plagues hollow point bullets. Hornady® achieved this by using the same tip material used in LEVERevolution® ammunition. All Critical Defense® ammunition is loaded in "nickel-plated cases" for increased visibility in low-light situations. Premium low flash propellants deliver proven performance, even in very short-barreled handguns, and won't disrupt your vision. Reliable expansion and dependable terminal performance can be counted on for concealed carry and personal protection.

I have a S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ and am wondering if the Hornaday Critical Defense 380 acp (0 gr. FTX ammo is compatible?

Edmond, yes sir, this will work with no issues. Have a great day!

Yes it is compatible, and a good choice for a defensive round.

W. Edmond, yes Sir, it it near the top of defensive .380 ammunition for the .380 M&P shield EZ and so is the Sig V-Crown : -- https://www.laxammo.com/sig-sauer-380-acp-90-gr-elite-v-crown-jhp-50-rounds-e380a1-50

yes it will fit and work however you should shoot enough to know its reliable in your gun before carrying it for self defense

Yes, you are correct. The Smith and Wesson M&P shield ez is 380 acp. This ammo will work great and is a fantastic choice for self defense ammo. It has great expansion, good weight retention and practically no jacket separation, so all around great defense round. Hope this helps.

I have always used this ammo in my Kimberly Raptor without issue but just bought a Seecamp 380. Anyone got experience with this ammo in the tempermental Seecamp?

This ammo is closer to a ball type ammo, so it "should" feed reliably, but sometimes the only way to know is to try. You could also try the 95gr and see what happens.

Alfred, it will run just fine in the Seecamp 380. The "Orgive" is the proper shape for the Seeca,p's feed ramp.

Can HORNADY 380 Ammo be also use in BERSA and SIG SAGUER PISTOLS ?.

Yes no problem as long as they're 380's

Absolutely. These are SAAMI standard rounds pressure wise. It is the unique "Bullet" itself that is optimized for defense purposes Henry. In these short barrel pistols the lighter bullet will have increased velocity for great expansion as a self defense round.

yes it can the Bersa and Sig will handle these with no issues

Absolutely. These are SAAMI standard rounds pressure wise. It is the unique "Bullet" itself that is optimized for defense purposes Henry. In these short barrel pistols the lighter bullet will have increased velocity for great expansion as a self defense round.

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Hornady Critical Defense 380 ACP Ammo 90gr FTX 25 Round Box - Brass Casing

Name: Hornady Critical Defense 380 ACP Ammo 90gr FTX 25 Round Box
Brand: Hornady
SKU: 56780
Price: 23.49 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.90 (124 reviews)

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The Hornady Critical Defense line of personal defense ammunition has added 22 WMR, 9x18 Makarov, 44 Special, and 45 Colt to the lineup. Loaded with the patented FTX bullet, these bullets provide consistent expansion through heavy clothing, and won't plug up like conventional hollow points. The 22 WMR delivers terminal performance from a short-barreled firearm comparable to the 380 Auto Critical Defense load. The 9x18 Makarov is optimized to deliver superior expansion from it's 90 gr FTX bullet. The 45 Colt Critical Defense load has been maximized for performance in short-barreled platforms, and is a fantastic choice for the very popular Taurus Judge. Both the 44 SPL and the 45 Colt Critical Defense loads offer real man-stopping power.

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Hornady Critical Defense 380 ACP Ammo 90gr FTX 25 Round Box

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Raymond K on 04/23/2025

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Great Ammo, good power

Schuyler C on 04/22/2025

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

love these bullets for self defense

Tyler M on 03/04/2025

Rating: 3 of 5 Stars!

While Hornady generally makes great ammo, this stuff seemed to have issues chambering in my Bodyguard 2.0. Now if i put any other round in the chamber first, the gun would cycle it by itself and run fine no issues. It was only trying to chamber a round by hand. I wouldn't trust it in my gun for self defense for that reason. I have ran other Hornady hollow point types and have been fine, so I'm thinking it has to do with having the red rubber tip.

Edmund W on 02/23/2025

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

The best for self-defense out of my Kimber micro 380, works every time!

Karen B on 02/15/2025

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

bullets are right on point. Love them.

Steven M on 01/26/2025

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Great bullet for such a small caliber. I use critical defence in my everyday carry and home defence.

Pawel G on 01/19/2025

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Cycles great though my P365. Shipping was fast. Thanks Buds

Terry S on 01/04/2025

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Performs as advertised. Great EDC ammo.

Bradley P on 12/22/2024

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

This is great ammo for .380, been using it ever since it came out. Fast shipping, and no issues.

Dmitry L on 12/21/2024

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Cycle just fine in my S&W Bodyguard 2.0. No issues!

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Questions & Answers

Q: Is it nickle plated… I know they stopped nickle plating along with other brands for “supply issues”
Answered

Asked 11/07/2023 15:44 by Andrew R

A:

Hi Andrew, this will depend on when this lot was made Sir. Since the UPC code remained the same, the date of manufacture will determine whether nickel plated or brass. I would give you a 70% chance of nickel and 30% chance of brass. Cheers and stay safe!
See 2 more answers |
Q: I have a S&W M&P 380 Shield EZ and am wondering if the Hornaday Critical Defense 380 acp (0 gr. FTX ammo is compatible?
Answered

Asked 07/15/2021 17:42 by W. Edmond D

A:

Edmond, yes sir, this will work with no issues. Have a great day!
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Q: I have always used this ammo in my Kimberly Raptor without issue but just bought a Seecamp 380. Anyone got experience with this ammo in the tempermental Seecamp?
Answered

Asked 12/23/2018 23:19 by Alfred F

A:

This ammo is closer to a ball type ammo, so it "should" feed reliably, but sometimes the only way to know is to try. You could also try the 95gr and see what happens.
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Q: Can HORNADY 380 Ammo be also use in BERSA and SIG SAGUER PISTOLS ?.
Answered

Asked 02/07/2018 07:28 by HENRY T H

A:

Yes no problem as long as they're 380's
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