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10mm Ammuntion => Factory 10mm ammo => Topic started by: matt85 on March 26 2017 10:58:29 PM MDT

Title: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: matt85 on March 26 2017 10:58:29 PM MDT
so I was hoping that accuracy testing would help me pick but both loads ended up being similar on paper. I'm looking for a general purpose self defense load against anything that could want to separate me from the mortal coil. the pistol will be used for home defense and defense when hunting/camping.

which do you like better and why?

Underwood 180gr bonded JHP

or

Underwood 200gr Hornady XTP

I'm game for other suggestions but so far these are my favorites.

thank you
-Matt
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: tommac919 on March 27 2017 05:02:43 AM MDT
My old SD carry round is the Silver Tip 175 gr... well tested bullet, warm plus side on scale
But lately I have been moving over to the Underwood 165 gr GD as i get better keeping them in a tighter group with multi shots

For woods carry when i go hiking, I do carry the 200gr XTPs and I like the heavier bullet ... as i mostly see smaller Black bears.
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: The_Shadow on March 27 2017 07:33:00 AM MDT
Underwood 165 gr GD is an excellent choice.
The UW's I have were stuffed with IMR800X 9.6 grains Muzzle Velocity: 1400 fps  Muzzle Energy: 718 ft. lbs

During colder weather Underwood 180gr bonded JHP or Underwood 200gr Hornady XTP would word to punch through heavier coats and clothing layers...
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: matt85 on March 27 2017 02:19:54 PM MDT
how does the 165gr GD hold up at 10mm speeds? in the tests ive seen the 180gr GD just barely holds together at 1300fps.

-matt
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: tommac919 on March 27 2017 05:27:34 PM MDT
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHYEhGlw87M
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: matt85 on March 28 2017 06:26:28 AM MDT
thanks for the link.

will do a bit more testing before I settle on something.

-matt
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: txbadge on April 02 2017 11:37:14 AM MDT
I thought Underwood 180 or 165 then found the Double Tap 155 grain Barnes Bullet.  Awesome round.  Since I carry two spares for self defense I will carry one extra mag of 155grain Barnes and one mag of 180 grain for penetration and getting the heck out of dodge  by that time.
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: sgtbones on April 02 2017 02:24:54 PM MDT
What are you going to carry in your main mag?  180 or 165.
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: Olgo on April 02 2017 02:39:35 PM MDT
I carry Uw 10mm 200 XTP in my G29. With an average of 1150 fps I get 580 fpe.
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: SA4044 on May 11 2017 08:01:40 PM MDT
Thanks for the info guys! I just bought UW 165 gr GD and Doubletap 165 gr GD for my 29.
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: Overkill338 on May 12 2017 04:45:49 AM MDT
Odds are the Underwood will be faster than the double tap.
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: SA4044 on May 12 2017 03:24:13 PM MDT
Interesting! Ok and thanks!
Title: Re: help me settle on a self defense load
Post by: 4949shooter on May 12 2017 03:47:24 PM MDT
The Underwood 165 grain offerings are truly excellent in my personal opinion and experience.
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