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Federal's new Force X2 buckshot splits upon impact.

Federal Force X2 Buckshot Splits Into 2 Equal Pieces on Impact

The new Federal Force X2 buckshot splits upon impact, dramatically increasing energy transfer, creating a devastating option for home defense.

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Federal Hydra-Shok Deep 380 Auto: Expanding Bullet Passes FBI Protocol

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With a 99-grain bullet, and performance testing meeting FBI standards, the new Federal Hydra-Shok 380 load brings performance to carry guns.

Federal Hydra-Shok 380: Built for Today’s Micro Carry Guns

With a 99-grain bullet, and performance testing meeting FBI standards, the new Federal Hydra-Shok 380 load brings performance to carry guns.

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Federal Punch Ammunition Built for Self-Defense Performance

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Could Federal’s Shorty Shotshell Usher in a New Defensive Shotgun?

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Hydra-Shok Component Bullets

Federal Releases Hydra-Shok Component Bullets for Handloaders

After 30 years of only being available in loaded rounds, Hydra-Shok component bullets are now available to handloaders in popular self-defense calibers.

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