Head to Head
FMJ vs Hollow Point
Practice ammo vs. defensive ammo — when to use which.
FMJ (Full Metal Jacket)
Best for: Practice & range
- Cheap for high-volume training
- Feeds reliably
- Less expensive
- Fine for plinking
VS
JHP (Hollow Point)
Best for: Self-defense
- Expands for better terminal effect
- Reduces over-penetration risk
- What you should carry
- Proven defensive performance
The Verdict
Train with FMJ, carry quality hollow points — but always run a box of your carry JHP through the gun first to confirm it feeds 100%.
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