The description clearly says nickel plated. Neither the 9mm nor the 380 are nickel plated. Just brass that already shows signs of corrosion. What gives? Still will work but for those wanting the nickel coating…buyer beware.

Milland, thanks for the update Sir. I have some from 3 or 4 years ago that was nickel plated and they stopped the nickeling about 2 years or so ago. Cheers and stay safe!

Yeah buds just probably never updated the description after they quit nickel plating them. I've noticed buds isn't the best when it comes to writing descriptions, but neither are half the other companies. Thanks for the update.

Will this ammo work well for home defense in a 9mm Ruger PC Carbine ?

Yes, they will work very well. Hordany critical defense is highly rated and for good reasons. It has great expansion, good penetration, great weight retention and minimum jacket separation. So yes I'd definitely recommend this. Plus I own the Ruger PC carbine the American flag edition and great gun and in my opinion would make a great defense weapon. Hope this helps.

Yes this is a great for home deffense in a Ruger PC carbine, the longer barrel of the carbine is going to give this increased velocity, so it will hit harder and expand even better.

Yes, Hornady makes a good round. The tapered bullet design works well in every type of firearm.

What's the feet per second on this? And is that that brass actually like a chrome or is it just lighting and is actuallyy yellow brass?

Martin, 1140 fps at the muzzle and is Nickel Plated Brass Sir. -- ((Complete Features and Specifications)): - Manufacturer Number: 90250 - Hornady 9mm Ammunition 25 Rounds FTX 115 Grains - Caliber: 9mm - Bullet Type: Hornady FTX Bullet - Bullet Weight: 115 Grains - Rounds: 25 Rounds per box - Muzzle velocity: 1140 fps - Velocity at 50 yards: 1030 fps - Muzzle energy: 332 ft/lbs - Energy at 50 yards: 271 ft/lbs - Sectional Density: .130 - Ballistic Coefficient: .129 - Jacket Material: Copper - Core Material: Lead - Tip Material: Polymer Filled - Casing: Reloadable Nickel Plated Brass Case - Uses: Self Defense, Home Protection, and Duty Ammunition.

Greetings, This is defensive ammo (not to confused with range ammo) as such it has 1140 fps at the muzzle, the nickel plated brass makes it easy to tell what it is in low light, and the bullets are hollow point with an plastic filler in the tip to allow penetration through clothing and then expand in the body. They are designed to NOT allow passing thru the body and hitting another person.

Martin, Over 1100 fps at the muzzle. There will be a range of velocity. The casings being nickel plated will be silver like nickel not yellow. It's still at the factory

Hello there sweets! These are not yellow brass. They are plated with nickel. The velocity rated for these rounds is 1140 FPS. I carry these but the pink version. I like that they don't have as much recoil as others. As a woman that's a big plus for me. Happy shootin!

Rated muzzle velocity is 1140 fps and the cases are nickel plated brass.

Pic provided is of some rimmed cartridge, looks like 38 special

A lot of manufacturers don't always send photos of each item, instead they use stock photos that are very similar for the retailers to use. The UPC and description are correct on this being 9mm Critical Defense 115 Grain ammo.

That’s just what they use as a stock photo. You will actually get 9mm not any other caliber. No worries.

Salvatore, Buds often uses incorrect photo's. This UPC code is for Hornady 9mm Luger Critical Defense Ammunition 115 Grain FTX HP 25 Rounds.

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Name: Hornady 9MM Critical Defense 115 Grain Critical Defense Tip 25rd box - Ammo
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SKU: 56783
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Rating: 4.90 (101 reviews)

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Hornady 9MM Critical Defense 115 Grain Critical Defense Tip 25rd box

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Patented Flex Tip technology eliminates the clogging and inconsistency which often plagues hollow point bullets. Unaffected by thick and heavy clothing, including denim and leather. Loaded with nickel cases to eliminate corrosion and premium low flash propellants that deliver maximum velocity even in very short barreled handguns. Minimal muzzle flash protects night vision.

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Sanjay T on 04/07/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

I have fired only 1 magazine's worth of these so far just to make sure they worked well with my pistol. I am happy with them but I very rarely use them for practice.

Robert W on 04/04/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Good round in my opinion. Online reviews of Hornaday Critical Defense show the round to provide consistent expansion & penetration. Add to that that it cycles reliably for me and I can say I would recommend this ammo to a friend.

William A on 03/31/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Great product for the price. Highly recommend

Emory W on 03/30/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

My favorite defense bullets with great impact and expansion

Jesse A on 03/30/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Competitive prices and fast shipping. Gotta love buds

Ricardo B on 03/29/2022

Rating: 4 of 5 Stars!

Great fast service from Bud's gunshop

Steve K on 03/29/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Good price, reliable company, fast shipping.

Richard A on 02/21/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

No issues with the defensive 9mm round. Also used Hornady Critical Defense in 380 and no issues either .

Maurice V on 02/02/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

Go to carry ammo. Need I say more ? Lol

Djuna S on 01/26/2022

Rating: 5 of 5 Stars!

These bullets were recommended by a good friend they are great

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Questions & Answers

Q: The description clearly says nickel plated. Neither the 9mm nor the 380 are nickel plated. Just brass that already shows signs of corrosion. What gives?
Still will work but for those wanting the nickel coating…buyer beware.
Answered

Asked 07/28/2021 10:53 by Milland B

A:

Milland, thanks for the update Sir. I have some from 3 or 4 years ago that was nickel plated and they stopped the nickeling about 2 years or so ago. Cheers and stay safe!
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Q: Will this ammo work well for home defense in a 9mm Ruger PC Carbine ?
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Asked 07/16/2021 00:39 by Nicholas M

A:

Yes, they will work very well. Hordany critical defense is highly rated and for good reasons. It has great expansion, good penetration, great weight retention and minimum jacket separation. So yes I'd definitely recommend this. Plus I own the Ruger PC carbine the American flag edition and great gun and in my opinion would make a great defense weapon. Hope this helps.
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Q: What's the feet per second on this? And is that that brass actually like a chrome or is it just lighting and is actuallyy yellow brass?
Answered

Asked 03/31/2020 18:23 by Martin M

A:

Martin, 1140 fps at the muzzle and is Nickel Plated Brass Sir. -- ((Complete Features and Specifications)): - Manufacturer Number: 90250 - Hornady 9mm Ammunition 25 Rounds FTX 115 Grains - Caliber: 9mm - Bullet Type: Hornady FTX Bullet - Bullet Weight: 115 Grains - Rounds: 25 Rounds per box - Muzzle velocity: 1140 fps - Velocity at 50 yards: 1030 fps - Muzzle energy: 332 ft/lbs - Energy at 50 yards: 271 ft/lbs - Sectional Density: .130 - Ballistic Coefficient: .129 - Jacket Material: Copper - Core Material: Lead - Tip Material: Polymer Filled - Casing: Reloadable Nickel Plated Brass Case - Uses: Self Defense, Home Protection, and Duty Ammunition.
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Q: Pic provided is of some rimmed cartridge, looks like 38 special
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Asked 03/05/2020 16:30 by Salvatore P

A:

A lot of manufacturers don't always send photos of each item, instead they use stock photos that are very similar for the retailers to use. The UPC and description are correct on this being 9mm Critical Defense 115 Grain ammo.
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