AMMO REVIEW: 9mm +P 124 gr Hornady XTP in Calibrated Gel (2021)

[@tnoutdoors9]

INTERESTING FACT: The "Hornady ad" photo appearing at 23 seconds.....the bearded gentleman to the far left holding an awesome shotgun is my great, great, grandfather. To the best of my knowledge this was taken in Tennessee in the late 1800's. It is one of my favorite archival family photos and I've been wanting to create an opportunity to include in a video.

[@Joel_E]

Very cool! Thanks for sharing it.

[@homersaypian3798]

Oddly enough, HIS great grandfather showed him how to hunt using Hornady XTP ammunition acquired from trading with the native people.

[@jesteravrgjoe2888]

He would be proud of what you have become my friend. Thank you for posting.

[@davidherbst]

Can I assume it was his Glock you were using in the test?

[@rileyneufeld7001]

Tn there is a great video by TATV Canada on how to preserve ballistics gelatin with common chemicals like hydrogen peroxide. You might have to adjust your gelatin ratio but it will keep the gel preserved for several weeks.

[@BuckeyeBallistics]

Woo hoo! Another one! I'm glad you're still posting occasionally.

[@toddk1377]

It wasn't boring. You're still the best out there when it comes ammo tests on gel blocks. The level of information and details you provide is priceless. Whenever I see a video by TnOutdoors9 I have to hurry up and watch!

[@12799MaDeuce]

Glad to see you're still making occasional content! The XTP is my go-to if/when I can't get HST or Gold Dots. Not the best, but definitely not the worst and not something I feel out-gunned with when carrying.

[@dilley_esq]

Truth

[@berettaxd7566]

Ever heard of Ranger T?

[@timrobinson6573]

The legendary Bob Stasch of the Chicago Police department uses 45 cal. XTP's in his gun. He has killed many men with them. Massad Ayoob interviewed him recently on The Proarms podcast and he tells stories of the shootouts he's been in. It's a really interesting interview.

[@fullfire0]

Yeah I got some stashed away. It's a good option if I ever run out of my HST.

[@12799MaDeuce]

@@berettaxd7566 I really don't care for Winchester ammunition. Their white box ammo kinda sucks, and they seem to have more recalls than anyone else. For a product as important as defensive ammunition, that's enough to leave a bad taste in my mouth. Mentally, I'd never feel confidence in carrying their products like I do with Federal/Speer, Hornady, Black Hills or even Underwood.

[@Ravenor907]

Thank you for not being afraid to review non super premium rounds, this is what people can get a hold of and this is the information that they need. Full stop

[@taylorsmotovlogs3735]

EXACTLY well said personally my mom isn’t going out of her way to find the “BEST” round for self defense before I got involved helping her she was carrying fmj training ammo I think with that said it really shows that most shooters even licensed don’t understand the importance of ammo and giving them an available approachable option is amazing

[@fredmullison4246]

Absolutely true! I am aware the Speer Gold Dot is superior to the XTP, but the XTP is what I can reliably get my hands on. Someone once said something about a bird in the hand.....something, something...

[@lucasschmitz4588]

​@fredmullison4246 if you can get critical defense or duty I'd recommend either of those defense is better for shorter barrels duty is more for the "duty" guns or if you can find it G9 defense ehps

[@A.J.Collins]

Great to see you back! I like using the XTP round in my 380 as the extra penetration gives me more confidence given the lower power of the caliber.

[@bebop_557]

Yes you are correct that the XTP was created with controlled expansion in mind (which is why hunters favor it as well). You can see that demonstrated in this video. "How does this translate to a real world target?" XTP bullets usually punch through the ribcage before they really start opening up. Wilson Combat XTP is a load I have no qualms using in .380, 9mm, .38, .357, .45, and 10mm. It's a hidden gem load that too few know about.

[@brandonjordan2516]

I can see it being a very good choice in .380.

[@elsullo2]

Are you using the Fiocci round with XTPs? Hard to find but way better penetration than most .380............................elsullo

[@A.J.Collins]

@@elsullo2 Yes, luckily I bought a bunch a long time ago.

[@rickh9396]

I carried .380 Hornady XTPs in my P3AT for over a decade. Great round with consistently adequate penetration and expansion in a challenging caliber. The XTP bullet (the cartridge loaded by Precision One) won ShootingTheBull410's .380 Ammo Quest. I switched last year to Underwood Xtreme Defender but would happily go back to XTPs if XD prices get any more ridiculous.

[@timothybooher17]

Glad to see you posting again I have been watching since I was in high school truly love your content! ( From a fellow Tennessean)

[@waltersobchak2973]

Sees video posted by TNOUTDOORS9, checks calendar to see if today is December 25th... Negative. Rechecks calendar to see if today is my birthday... Negative. So what is today? Apprently just a darn good day. Great to see a new video. Always appreciate the effort you put in to helping those of us in the community gain knowledge on the performance of some ammo options. Thanks!

[@jamesmarkov9570]

I agree with you Walter 💯

[@21psd]

This has been my carry load in my G43 for the past couple of years, for the reasons you pointed out. From all the gel testing I've seen, it consistently does what its designed to do and its much more reasonably priced than other brands. Great to see you back providing us with your excellent content!

[@fullfire0]

You can get HST 80 cents per round which is a better price than the XTP! Just gotta buy it online and in 100 round packs

[@bannedbycommieyoutube5time920]

@@fullfire0 if you buy Hornady reloading dies, you get free bullets. As a result I probably have 1,000 XTP bullets. Picking up brass at the range, I have found around 300 Hornady shell casings. I separate them, inspect them, and then reload my self defense ammunition. I reload it to similar specs and use an actual XTP round to duplicate bullet seating depth so (God forbid) I ever have to use the stuff for self defense, no one in court would accuse me of “making k1ller bullets”. Cheap way to have some high quality self defense ammunition

[@sokyoutdoors588]

@@bannedbycommieyoutube5time920 Only problem is that I hear in high profile cases it has been known for technical departments of law enforcement to pull bullets in recovered ammo to thoroughly examine ammo. Just depends on how anal the jurisdiction the rounds were used in is.

[@bannedbycommieyoutube5time920]

@@sokyoutdoors588 I’ve never seen a case where they took ammunition with matching overall length, brass, bullet type, and velocity and did that level of scrutinizing. If you know of a specific one, let me know, I’d love to read about it

[@DavidLLambertmobile]

XTPs are NOT my 1st pick in most calibers. But as noted, the ballistics are there 📑. The XTP 10mm 155gr is a decent pick.

[@williammccaslin8527]

Dude, I like anything you put out period. An your methodology is spot on in my book, an I have no problem with hornady ammo, an would use this in SD myself. Thx for the vid

[@theshapeexists]

I have carried this ammo because its super reliable in all my 9mms. I can get it literally at any ammo place even during the pandemic. Yea, doesn't expand a lot, but ive got 34 rounds of it on me with dozens of replacement boxes at home. I do not feel undergunned with a glock 19 with 2 mags. Edit: its now may of 2022, and just bought a bunch more of this for $17 a box, not bad considering its 25 rounds and I bought federal Hydra shok DEEP 135 GR for $29 a box for only 20 rounds

[@gregbert2000]

For future reference, in Oct 2023, it's on sale for $21 (regular $23).

[@theshapeexists]

@@gregbert2000 that's a good deal by today's prices. I'm happy plinking ammo has come down in Colorado. I bought a bunch of Aguila 115 gr ball for $13 per 50 rounds last week.

[@watcher01a17]

This is a good, reliable, consistent, available, and reasonably priced load. It's good to have as a backup choice if you cannot find your normal load. Great job with the testing protocol. Looking forward to seeing some other types now. 👍👍

[@labdogman3335]

Welcome back! I really missed your completely professional reviews (along with hard statistics, almost always missing in other reviews). I got real tired of seeing vegetables and jugs full of colored water blown up as proof of ammo performance. You are the ONE reviewer I would turn to for actual, reliable results. I hope you continue to find the time and energy to keep the reviews coming. All the best to you and yours.Jeff

[@vicroc4]

TNOutdoors9 and Johnny's Reloading Bench seem to be the only two guntubers that concern themselves with hard data rather than flashy video, and I am entirely here for it.

[@Wildwestwrangler]

​@@vicroc4what about gunsamrevolver?

[@Wildwestwrangler]

​@@vicroc4or tools'n targets.

[@TheWeatherbuff]

You've got the best and most detailed reviews on YT. Many thanks for the great info!

[@propatriaparati5746]

Im veey happy and gratefull that you are back ! You and Paul Herell are the Best in ammo testing. 👍🥳

[@Levi_shep]

Some of the best ammunition reviews on KZbin for sure! Thank you for reviewing this round.

[@freshfowler1398]

Straight to the point and no BS as always!! Please never change your excellent presentation skill.💯🙏🇺🇸💪

[@johnbrady7431]

Man, so good to see you! Been a while. And you're content is superior to others. I appreciate your time and your information. Thank you!

[@Tex_I_Can]

Always great to see you produce another video. I started reloading a few years ago and, in my area, there have been more XTP's available than anything else. I really like them for 44 magnum.

[@LongBinh70]

"What I already knew..." about the XTP line is it's a fantastic hunting bullet. My go-to bullet for hogs (larger caliper, but boringly similar performance). It doesn't hurt that they aren't only cheap, they are usually available.

[@filianablanxart8305]

For better or worse , the XTP is a controlled expansion hunting bullet , with secondary applications for SD and LE ( at least back in the day they courted LE market) .

[@jimhovater8755]

Hornady's XTP was SPECIALLY designed as a 'deep penetrator', being designed to penetrate auto glass and thin sheet metal (car doors) and STILL expand. When I was an LEO, this was what I carried, regardless of caliber, when available. It is what I prefer today as an EDC load.

[@BatColonyEvictor]

Great video! Definitely not boring. Certainly the first test that ive seen where all the XTP rounds are expanded.

[@meanman6992]

!!!! Excited to see the occasional video coming out, I love this guy’s channel and videos!

[@frankbrowning328]

As always a great video. It's refreshing to see real organic gel being used. It's a far better indicator of bullet performance than clear gel as you can see a substantial difference in compared rounds. Too often we see clear gel tests in which different diameter bullets at very different velocities providing nearly identical results in the clear gel. I've always liked the XTP bullet for hunting as it is an accurate, reliable expanding and deep penetrating bullet.

[@stevethomasinnova]

Happy to see you reviewing again, as you've been my favorite "backyard" ammo tester for years.

[@NK-rs2jp]

Happy to see you doing these. About the only ammo tester worth watching.

[@Hines1971]

I prefer the deeper penetrating "controlled expansion" XTPs over most other offerings. I've always considered the XTPs to be critical defense without the polymer tip.

[@carlvonfuckwits2934]

When you factor in windshields and vehicles the xtp might be the better option.

[@Lucas12v]

I think it might be more comparable to a low tech critical duty than the critical defense.

[@northernninety7]

I’ve been carrying the XTP for a year. I’ve carried several other rounds, even hotter ones. But I’ve settled on this round in favor of penetration and accuracy.

[@MThrow]

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[@Swanny383]

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[@CookbookAdventures]

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[@JCulpepper73]

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[@chrismcginnis6532]

Glad to see your expertise back on the you tubes

[@Kratos_God_of_50_BMG]

I've always enjoyed your videos, and there is neither boring or tedious about them! My carry ammo is Hornady Critical Duty 135gr +P and I've recovered some shots with incredible penetration/expansion as results. Looking forward to the next video 😁👍🏽

[@MultiSycorax]

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[@jpm1211]

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[@1949johntiger]

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[@Tom-qp6oh]

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[@ahernandez5404]

Thank you so much for returning to make videos. Your videos have always educated me on ballistics.

[@HopsAndLead]

I know it's a low test count but 5/5 expansion seems like it'd be a good winter carry choice. Great to see your videos again. Cheers!

[@brucemoriarty9964]

Sure happy to see you are still making videos. XTP is consistent and you proved that. Excellent video , and i look forward to more of them.

[@paulfoutch8453]

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[@jmac5892]

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[@nathangarner1574]

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[@guardianminifarm8005]

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[@tonyserrato1757]

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[@Steve-tn5ru]

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[@boogersnatcher9915]

This is a very intelligent, straight forward review with all the facts and knowledge the average shooters need to see for EDC ammo. Straight and to the point. Thank you also for the market hints! Great video.

[@spyderhead7160]

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[@tbraasch]

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[@mcstarling07]

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[@aklaunch]

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[@dozer313]

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[@frankbutta9344]

I bought a ton of this ammo when it was on sale for around $10/box. Thanks for the test! 👍👍👍👍

[@darrenbishop4327]

Wow. That’s a fantastic price. I currently use Speer gold dot 124 +p because a store had them for $9.95 for a 50 round bag. I wish I had bought all of it.

[@johnburrows1179]

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[@andyprairiedog]

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[@johncarp1185]

Prior to the Covid Pandemic, this ammunition was not carrying a premium price. While not as inexpensive as Winchester White Box, American Eagle, Remington UMC and the like, it was available at attractive prices. Lots of friends stocked up on this loading, due to the proven XTP bullet and the reputation of Hornady. I am glad to see that this cartridge did perform with respect to velocity, expansion although moderate and penetration. The pass throughs are concerning in a defense type ammunition, but it’s a fine line and formulation to achieve optimum penetration without over penetration. If quantities could be purchased, even at the new “normal” prices, I for one wouldn’t pass this ammunition up. Thank you so much for testing. As always, I so look forward to each segment you present and use your prior tests as reference material. Bravo sir!

[@Gumby56]

So glad to see you back, good eval.

[@JMane3000]

This is my favorite back up HP round for my 9mm got quite a few stacked up in storage.. My main go to round is 135 gr Critical Duty+P and my second is Federal HST 124 gr.... Fortunately I have more than 500 rounds of all 3 each.. After many many tests and practice its confirmed that these rounds all cycle perfectly in my Taurus G 3 fills size G2c and G3c subcompact... Btw good seeing you back this is by far the best ballistic news channel on the Tuber

[@WeencieRants]

I have been watching your content since at least 2010-2012 and every time you upload recently it is such a pleasant surprise. I hope you're doing well and I look forward to your next video!

[@elektro3000]

I'm really glad to see you back (again) and I like the new format!

[@ryanthomas2374]

You know im so glad you are back producing content. I really enjoy your reviews and analysis!

[@nicks7616]

Great review. I'm always glad to see new content from TNoutdoors9. Also glad to see you are well. I like Hornady and it is consistent and available. Critical Duty plus P, any HST, Gold Dot, Talons are among my Favs.

[@TommyboyGTP]

Great to see you again, and never stop uploading! One thing I miss since Hornady started pushing their "Critical" line was the older TAP-FPD XTP's loaded in nickel cases with low flash propellant. Got some in 9, haven't been able to find any in 40. I did once at a gun show, but the guy wanted waaaay too much for them so I passed.

[@JungleJimAB9AB]

Another well informed, educational and authoritative production on your channel. It's been a while since I visited here, and I have missed your content. Thank you for posting.

[@SoMDHarleyRider]

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[@unityistheonlysolution3485]

I remember years ago your ‘first person shooter’ videos with your Eotech 512 back in I believe 2016-ish. Those videos encouraged me to buy a 512, and I have it to this day & shoot with it quite often. Great job, great content, thanks! - Jason/Freedom Fighter/Unjabbed & Fiercely Defiant/Vermont, USA 👊🏻👊🏾👊🏽👊🏼👊🏿

[@mikecofield2318]

He's back!!!!! I sure have missed your videos. Thank you for taking the time and effort. It is greatly appreciated. You were one of my first subscriptions. I.see im not the only one getting gray. Lol. Again Thanks

[@KarlUshanka]

Lumberg finally makes it to an ammo review! If you could go ahead and make more ammo reviews, that'd be great.

[@ducktapepilot]

I've killed a lot of deer with the 240 grain XTP with my 50 cal muzzle loader. They always seem to do a good job on whitetail deer under 100 yards.

[@tldnr]

Best reviewer out there. Thank you for the videos!

[@dryflyelk]

TN, at this point I'd watch you review the bb's used to calibrate the gel. We miss you around here. Thank you!

[@jesteravrgjoe2888]

Thank you for posting another brilliant vid. I still use 135gr +P Hornady ammo in my G17 carry gun because of you. Bless you sir.

[@FinalLugiaGuardian]

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[@Watchlist_Nominee]

nice to see a video come out, ill be waiting for the next one to come out in 3+ months.

[@TheKentuckyPatriot]

One of my all time favorite channels! :-)

[@JefF-rv7gp]

A no bs, objective review of an excellent, proven round. Thanks for your entertaining and useful work 👍

[@LDR1100RS]

Good to have you back creating videos again!

[@dilley_esq]

Gnarly penetration. Great expansion and weight retention. So many people are picky about shot specs, block specs, etc when life isn’t to spec and evert situation is varied. Thank you for these videos.

[@louislarose6613]

An Excellent Review of this fine bullet. And - a cool photo of your Great Great Grandfather ! Awesome !

[@jrbailey3208]

Thank you again SO MUCH for providing another great review with your reliable specificity, I DO appreciate it! I can see where having a mag filled completely with XTP rounds might be highly usable for LEO's in 'glass/winshield penetration' scenarios, or for a Car Carry sidearm for civilians in metro areas to counter Car Jackers (shooting through the window at the assailant), but my EDC ammo choice remains the 147gr Hornady HST +P (another great review you did ages ago): because of reliable penetration WITHOUT over penetration (no 'collateral damage' thank you); 9"-17" on average if I remember correctly (quite often these days my mind turns into a sieve without notice on some subject matter). I carry a CZ 85B, 4.75" barrel, all steel frame pistol and find it to be very reliable, though heavy (hey, the laws of physics cannot be obviated, so the heavy turns into recoil mitigation, which makes me happy) to carry. You look like you're healthy again (praise God for His blessings!) and I hope you're able to stay that way! I must congratulate you on the family photo historical opportunity: that really IS cool! Cheers from the Oil Patch in Central WY

[@72cmcinc]

Nothing boring at all! You could test just about anything and I am tuning in!

[@goodish3355]

Great video! Penetration is always more important than expansion. If a handgun round fails its typically a lack of penetration. XTP is a great multiuse all round self defense or backwoods design.

[@theindooroutdoorsman]

They're equally important. If it penetrates and doesn't expand, it's about as useless as expanding and barely penetrating.

[@goodish3355]

@@theindooroutdoorsman I'd have to disagree. Ball ammo will punch two holes instead of one. Holes leak fluid. 2 holes leak faster than one hole. Ask any combat vet of WWII, Korea, Vietnam.. There have been thousands killed with plain ball ammo. There's an old sayin, "they all fall with ball". Yes i'd prefer a quality JHP, but ball will also do the job if the shooter does his.

[@theia1653]

@goodish3355 Those wars were when the 1911 was in service and .45 is devasating even in ball.

[@theindooroutdoorsman]

@@goodish3355 IDK why I'm just now seeing this. But if you cause enough tissue damage that the heart stops, it doesn't matter how slowly they bleed.

[@bobjarrard]

I often re-watch your older posts, among the absolute bests. Hope all is l with you and yours. By the way, I have moved my 9mm and 40 S&W to HST heavy for caliber but wish I could buy a quality tested HST in 39 Special. I now trust some getting long in the tooth Corbon 115 gr +p+ that is likely at the edge of loading limits, it is no longer made and is bends steel like a magnum. Not for an alloy frame, I favor my S&W J frame 640 Gen 1 that is marked as OK for +P+ - but even though MagnaPorted with the best of grips, it is a hand shaker. Thanks again, great post. Bob in Nevada

[@Allsznhunter]

Another awesome video, my favorite channel making my favorite video's, ammo tests!! Love it

[@charlesfisher2134]

Man glad your up and running, nobody’s better than you at testing.

[@chicagomike2111]

Your videos are never boring.. keep up the great work

[@thefirespectrum]

I really love that you chrono at different barrel lengths! I'd be interested if you did something like holding the bullet constant and gel-testing a shot with a 3" barrel, a 5" barrel, and a 16" carbine barrel. I've heard lore that a handgun bullet out of a carbine barrel is devastating, and lore that the extra velocity will cause an expanding bullet to separate and break up rather than expanding properly. So glad to have you back!

[@callawayken650]

So glad to see and hear you again. Bullet reviews are great but how are you and what are you up to these days?

[@georgiabowhunter]

XTP doing what it was designed to do. I like the new block. Glad to see a new video from you.

[@gillly11111]

You have went above and beyond on this one, even getting a roll of denim from Scotland and I live just next door in Ireland, great footage as usual, have great weekend!

[@tnoutdoors9]

Yah, from Glasgow. Arrived 4 business days after ordering.....amazing.

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This one didn't pop up till after the ready ammo vid glad you're back

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I've missed your videos so much. Thanks, man.