The Federal Hydra-Shok bullet is one of the most trusted defensive handgun bullets. Not all that long ago, it was the bullet of choice for many law enforcement agencies. To an extent, it is the Nosler Partition of defensive handgun bullets. Why? It expands wide and penetrates deep. Federal's 165-grain .40 S&W load is a perfect example of Hydra-Shok performance.
| Load | MV (fps) | PEN (inches) | EXP (inches) | RW (grains) |
| .40 S&W Federal 165-grain Hydra-Shok | 965 | 15.50 | .58 | 165 |
X-Vision Optics is releasing a new thermal reflex sight offering an excellent price to performance ratio and also designed with versatility in mind.
Keep your defensive firearm is secure and away from prying hands.
A durable and low-profile belt that helps you carry your gear without standing out from the crowd.
Mount a red dot to your shotgun and keep your spare shotgun ammo close at hand.
In the April 2022 issue of Shooting Illustrated, this column looked at my all-time favorite carry gun, the Colt Model M or 1903/1908. This month we look at my favorite European semi-automatic, the Mauser HSc and its cousin, the Heckler & Koch Model 4.
The bolt-action rifle manufacturer joins other companies such as Lehigh Defense and Chip McCormick Customs.
