9mm Federal Hydra-Shok DEEP Ammo Review

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[@tinopacino9400]

Oh My! I am sold, Love the packaging as well. Great Ammo way better than the Original.. Over penetration isn’t as bad as you think . Remember that test medium is just Jell. So it would work really well as self defense cartridge. You should test this stuff with Barriers . Wood Sheetrock and sheet steal .That would be interesting to see. Great Video!!!

[@therichie9916]

Anyone who has had to use handguns for real know that this was excellent performance. Excellent! I am very impressed and would not hesitate to use this ammo for a general purpose load in any weather conditions just as well as the Hornady Critical Duty 135, 135 +P and 124 +P especially along with the standard pressure 124 HST. These are excellent performing rounds in 9mm that perform in the most realistic way that leads to rapid incapacitation by reaching deep enough and expanding enough to perforate organs. There is no amount of energy developed in a defense load that will make any difference. It’s all about repeatable expansion and reliable penetration when it comes to handgun rounds. I base this statement on many many conversations with coroners, ER trauma surgeons, police officers, interviews with gunfight survivors and ballistic experts who have 20 or more years of experience to include working with federal and private entities. This is exactly why I can with good conscious say that I carry a 9mm because there is no real difference in a handguns ability to stop a deadly threat from 9mm to .44mag. The variations and anomalies between each individual encounter make a greater difference than the caliber from 9mm on up. Facts are facts and the truth is the Truth no matter ones preference or myths taught through ignorance. Great vid brother as always!

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Phenomenal review, thank you for coming back to the game. You are definitely the best ammo review in the world

[@ericleblanc5406]

That expansion looks perfectly consistent. I like the idea of deeper penetration in a SD load. You need to be able to reach vital organs when placing shots on target from angles such as the side. That round might need to punch through an arm and a rib before ever reaching the heart and lungs. Something to consider.

[@blakew5672]

Eric LeBlanc That’s what most never think about when considering the FBIs penetration requirements. There’s a VERY strong chance you’ll have to shoot through an arm to get to the vitals. Defensive scenarios usually involve someone attacking you or someone armed themselves, they’re not standing there with their arms by their sides.

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[@garyh7949]

This video has convinced me to give the Hydra Shock Deep a try. I have been a Federal HST fan boy for the last 5 years and for the first time I'm thinking a new product may actually have the edge over HST. I am very glad to see you are back and healthy. All of your videos very, professional, very interesting, and your presentation is outstanding.

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[@mayberrygary25]

Hey!...GREAT to see you back on the air ! 39 yr LEO here. Suggestion on the protocol: Turn the clothing around 180 deg. People wear the cloth with the heaviest garment on the outside. The t-shirt is next to the body, the shirt is over the t-shirt, a polar-tech liner and the Denim jacket worn as an outer garment. (The Canadian Tuxedo) This could change findings somewhat...regardless, it is more realistic. Additionally: My old PD had a shooting back in 2000 with the 9mm 147 gr sub-sonic Hydra-Shok; (out of G19s). It was a horrible failure ballistic-wise. 3 good torso shots thru t-shirt, never dropped his shotgun and continued on to shoot another officer. Being the year 2000, and the Chief not listening to anyone else other than himself re ammo failure, this caused us to switch to the 40 with 180 gr Gold Dots. This was a common finding across my region (re: Hydra-Shoks), PDs around my area dumped Hydra-Shoks en-masse. Although the the Deep look good, Federal may have erred in keeping the name with so many PDs having poor performance issues.

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This is a video of "OLD SCHOOL" In depth Education....I am so glad to see a video like this. I thought it was a forgotten art only us OLD handloaders do anymore. AN OUTSTANDING VIDEO...WELL DONE !!!

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[@shj2000]

Great test! I was unaware of this offering from Federal. I appreciate expansion that does not come at the sacrafice of penetration. That being the case, I am impressed with this ammo. I find the performance of these rounds even more exceptional given the standard pressure loading and the modest velocities. Federal has done some nice work with this ammo!

[@WooWooSurvivalSchool]

I started using the deep in 9mm about 7 months ago when I found a box at the local Sportsmans Warehouse to try out. Needless to say it impressed me enough that I ordered 250 rounds of it the day I tested it. I use a short barrel too 3in barrel XD Mod.2 9mm subcompact to be exact and I have never seen it not expand uniformly. I too prefer none penetration over massive expansion because where I live in Western North Carolina we have alot of black bears and tweakers so I need something for both and the Hydra Shock Deep is that bullet.

[@Prepper319]

@@WooWooSurvivalSchool what an amazing comment ! I absolutely agree with you - i have the same sentiments here in the Streets of south Chicago as an Uber driver.

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Love your vids. Glad your back active. I have older federal hydra shok 9mm locked and loaded right now.😎

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[@Jesses001]

I have some of the oldest versions of this round, the last version, and looks like if I find them on sale, I should pick up a box of the newest version too. They seem to be rather consistent with low recoil, and low flash. I am not worried about over penetration. Just falling out of the end of the block makes it clear they were done RIGHT at the end of the block.

[@rileyneufeld7001]

Looks like another solid option from federal! Notice how there is a "ring" around the post to hold any clothing or denim so to not prevent expansion. Over the 18" maximum but just barely, so probably not enough energy to harm someone if a pass through is a result. Expansion was not 147 +p HST but still great.

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I don't even have a 9mm, but here I am watching this video! When the content is so good and well put together, you just have to press play!

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Very happy to see your videos again! :) As for the ammo, I think I'll stick to my HSTs in 9mm.

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[@coyotebrown2294]

Thanks for coming back! I like the load, between arm hits before going into chest being common, some seriously obese folks being almost the norm, and other weird stuff, I'd rather have a little too much penetration than too little...

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Outstanding video. I really appreciate the time and effort you invest in making quality and informative videos. Thank you.

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[@JoshBenware]

Looks good to me! 12-18" might be recommended, but a 9mm expanding and penetrating well is good imo.

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[@johnryan6658]

This actually didn't overpenetrate. Handgun hollow points penetrate deeper in Clear gel than they do in real organic FBI spec 10% Ordnance gelatin. 18" in Clear would probably be around 15" or 16" in the real stuff, which is perfect.

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[@Mrgunsngear]

seems like solid performance to me

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I agree with you.

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I've got to admit, I hit the like button within the first 10 seconds.

[@9thchild358]

Is it subsonic? I like carrying 147 grain because I know the hearing damage won't be as bad in the event I had to use it w/out ear pro. Some people may find that silly but it comforts me.

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[@jdharrison01]

Try this in a short barrel like p365 or G43

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[@jumpykilllerqx6029]

10mm Hydra shok deep, when is it gonna come on the scene.

[@nominalvelocity]

Might be a good handgun hunting round, if it's full power 10mm

[@M60gunner1971]

It more than likely would not be full power. only a few people make them.

[@davidkuhrt3657]

They're only making them in 9mm, .40S&W, and .45auto

[@TeamTopKick]

I bet you can buy just the .40 projectile and hand load to your liking. Hopefully Underwood will makes some loading with this.

[@TeamTopKick]

@@nominalvelocity probably a good soft bodies round for like deer. Anything bigger like elk and small bear be nice to have a jacketed soft point. Will get God penetration with some expansion.

[@charlesfisher2134]

Can you do a test on 380 hydra shot deep 99 grain using a ruger lcp II

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@@tnoutdoors9 I think it's possible to shoot a 380 out of a 9 mm🤔. Probably not enough energy to work the action though.

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380 is pointless

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@@irishsavage8715 last year in st Petersburg a kid kill a cop👮🏼‍♂️ with one shot from a 380.

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You don’t happen to live in NH, I peeped that shirt haha, because I own the new LCP Max and also this ammo in 380 id gladly let you use it to make that content, also local LE. Thanks for the content

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I miss this channel... glad you're back

[@nathanmanley4203]

I have noticed that the clear ballistics clear gell seems to develop deeper penetration than actual FBI 10% ordinance gell and the simtest. Just a caveat I noticed. Great work. Praying everything is well for you sir

[@loveforever5687]

LMFAO, nothing beats federal hst.

[@DeCavalcante]

Sure doesn't. 124 or 147. I do like ranger ts as well. If i want something for penetration I'll use buffalo bore 147 plus p flat nosed lead

[@napalmstickylikeglue]

I wouldn't say "nothing". But I will say I prefer HST over this round.

[@5firebird]

Yeah, I'll stick with the HST's. Gold dots are a close second I believe. But still prefer the HST's.

[@moparedtn]

Tommy, it's just good to see you doing better health-wise. Some of us longtime viewers pestered hell out of G over at Hickok's channel when you left, concerned with how you were faring. He would drop hints upon occasion indicating things were improving. Then that glorious day came when the ape made a surprise guest appearance on his channel! I damn near cried. Funny stuff for sure, but the relief that came with it was priceless, too. If you decide to go Patreon, I'll be there just like for Hickok. If not, that's fine, too. Glad to have periodic whatever whenever. Oh, the ammo? I decided on HST 147gr as a result of much watching of your videos for all of my 9mm. I don't see anything here to change that. Be well, - Ed on the Ridge

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Welcome back!!! We have really missed real ammo reviews.

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I’m very happy to see you doing videos again.

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It must be all those happy little trees in the opening segment...........

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Omg!!! He's Back!!! The best ammo/gun reviewer on KZbin hands down.

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So glad to have you back buddy. You are a tremendous asset to the KZbin gun community and I hope you know that!

[@darrylbrooks9340]

Thanks for the informed video, I've been a Hydra-Shok fan since day one.I have then in my .44 Magnums and my .45s. Based on this video I'll be buying the Hydra-Shok deep. Once again thank you.

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SO GLAD YOU'RE BACK!! Favorite channel ever!

[@roykiefer7713]

THANK YOU AGAIN for returning to KZbin . . . you - and your highly analytical manner of attaining data, as well as your extremely professional approach to presenting information - were sorely missed. This was a FLAWLESS review, and this 9x19mm load certainly seems to merit serious consideration for EDC.

[@harrybutcher9100]

I said it on your first video back and i'll say it again,glad your back.And thanks for using more than just 1 round in the gel blocks .Makes for a better comparison.

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Really appreciate you taking the time to do videos again you have the best reviews

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I am so glad you started making videos again! I know it's time consuming and you do it all out of pocket, with the coming exception of the clear ballistics gel. Your videos are so concise, clear, and informative that I appreciate any and all the you release. As far as I'm concerned, and I'm nobody, the occasional report from you is well within the earned respect I have for your production.

[@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG]

*SO* psyched you're uploading again! Thank you for covering Federal's new ammo. I saw it announced during Shot Show's new releases videos, but had no idea if it would really be any better than the previous Hydro Shocks.

[@theshapeexists]

bought 40 rounds of this yesterday for $56, i like it. im in colorad soo it may be a good winter carry ammo. i have confidence in it after your review. and my glocks eat EVERYTHING

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It is so good to see a video from you again! Hope everything is well and take care friend.

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I'm glad that you was able to make a video always enjoy watching your videos I hope you can make some more again

[@johnparrish9215]

I sure wish Federal offered these bullets as a reloading component, I would love to push them faster (9x25 Dillon) just to see what they can take. YOUR BACK, Damn it's nice to have you back. You were missed.

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I am one that found you while you were in hiatus. Great to see you back!

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Glad to see you back here neighbor!!!!

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Very happy to see new content from you. Thank you!

[@postingid3214]

Today is April 14, 2020. Happy Anniversary to this upload! So glad you came back after saying you were going to take some time off, years ago.

[@helloshklosh4111]

That is pretty darn awesome that every bullet expanded with the layers of fabric. And on top of that the penetration was outstanding.