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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJanuary 25, 2012

Ammunition: 2012

For on-duty and off-duty ammunition options, check out POLICE Magazine's gallery of the newest ammo offerings for law enforcement. Whether you're loading handgun rounds, rifle cartridges, or shotshells, this ammo will help you stop any potential threats.

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Newsby Staff WriterJanuary 17, 2012

SHOT Show 2012: Hornady's Critical Duty Designed for LE

Hornady produced its Critical Duty ammunition with law enforcement in mind by testing it against six urban barriers so officers could effectively stop threats without risking over penetration, company reps said at SHOT Show.

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Videosby Staff WriterNovember 3, 2011

Hornady's Overview of 2012 Products

Hornady gives an overview of its 2012 products, including Critical Duty, 17 Hornet, and Heavy Magnum Turkey.

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Articlesby Dave DouglasMay 9, 2011

Kimber Solo Carry Pistol

What makes this concealed carry pistol, the Kimber Solo Carry, so noteworthy is its caliber. Instead of the somewhat anemic .380 ACP or the borderline .38 Special, this one is offered in 9mm.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 9, 2011

Hornady Introduces .22 Magnum Critical Defense Ammo

The new 22 Magnum round uses a 45-grain FTX bullet that reaches a muzzle velocity of 1000 fps when shot from a 1 7/8-inch test barrel, according to a Hornady rep. The .22 WMR, a heavier bullet, penetrated to almost the same depth as the .380 ACP Critical Defense.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJanuary 28, 2011

Ammunition: 2011

From full metal jacket to shotgun slugs, the right rounds are essential for every firearm's optimal performance. This is even more important for police officers, who depend on their weapons to help protect and serve. Check out POLICE Magazine's gallery of top manufacturers' newest ammo offerings for law enforcement.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterJanuary 28, 2011

Ammunition: 2011

From full metal jacket to shotgun slugs, the right rounds are essential for every firearm's optimal performance. This is even more important for police officers, who depend on their weapons to help protect and serve. Check out POLICE Magazine's gallery of top manufacturers' newest ammo offerings for law enforcement.

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Inside the Badge by Brian OstroAugust 31, 2010

.308 Gives You the Longer-Range Edge

The .223 is a respectable cartridge for many applications, but can fall short at a longer-distance range for penetrating heavy media such as concrete, armor plating, and dense steel.

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Articlesby Dave BahdeAugust 12, 2010

Searching for an Effective Small Caliber Sniper Round

This is about an alternative to a .308 for those snipers who will likely never even see a 100-yard deployment and do not need the overpenetration or down range effect. I believe the 6.8 SPC is that alternative.

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Inside the Badge by Brian OstroMay 26, 2010

Resurgence of the .380 ACP

The .380 ACP round is much shorter than either the 9mm Luger or the .38 Special, creating the ultimate deep concealment package with six to eight rounds of ammunition. This exceeds the average five-shot, deep-concealment revolver by a few potentially life-saving rounds.

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