What the Hornady Critical Duty TV commercial - Police Officer is about.
Title: Hornady Critical Duty TV Spot - 'Police Officer'
In a world where danger lurks around every corner, law enforcement officers put their lives on the line to protect and serve.
When the stakes are high, Officer Smith relies on one thing - Hornady Critical Duty ammunition.
Engineered to perform under the most challenging conditions, Hornady Critical Duty ammunition is designed to deliver consistent and reliable stopping power.
When Officer Smith pulls the trigger, he knows that Hornady Critical Duty ammunition won't let him down.
With its patented FlexLock bullet design, Critical Duty ammunition maximizes stopping power, even through intermediate barriers.
When lives are at stake, Officer Smith knows that Hornady Critical Duty ammunition is there to protect and deliver.
Hornady Critical Duty ammunition - keeping those who protect us safe.
[End of commercial]
Note: This fictional TV spot highlights the importance of Hornady Critical Duty ammunition in the life of a police officer. While incorporating intense action sequences, it emphasizes the reliability and stopping power of the ammunition in critical situations. It aims to create a sense of trust and confidence in the product, showcasing it as an essential tool for law enforcement officers.
Hornady Critical Duty TV commercial - Police Officer produced for
Hornady
was first shown on television on September 11, 2013.
Frequently Asked Questions about hornady critical duty tv spot, 'police officer'
Critical DUTY® handgun ammunition is built to meet the diverse on-duty requirements of law enforcement and tactical professionals. Critical DUTY® ammunition delivers superior barrier penetration and subsequent terminal performance, while still minimizing the liability of over-penetration.*
This is how it works. Upon contact the tip material begins to swell. Much like a water balloon. This pressure is then distributed equally.
Personal duty ammo is designed to readily hit soft targets.
Compared to police duty bullets, personal duty ammo is structured to expand and penetrate readily in situations that call for self-defense. Its ability to rapidly expand makes it the ideal choice for soft targets.
While Critical Defense bullets are designed for use in compact pistols, Critical Duty bullets are suited to full-sized handguns. They use heavier bullets and heavier powder charges than Critical Defense ammunition, resulting in less recoil and a more accurate feel.
Hornady submitted their Critical Duty ammunition for testing and was eventually awarded a contract. The FBI noted that bonded bullets had a slight advantage for auto glass penetration but that the 135-grain load was the most accurate 9mm they had ever shot.
Hornady's Critical Duty line is built specifically to pass the tough FBI Ammunition Testing Protocol, and the 135-grain 9mm +P succeeded so well the FBI adopted it as their duty ammo.
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If it's possible, replace every 6 months. A good minimum to rotate ammo out is once a year. This could be a set date like your birthday, Christmas, or any other day you think is significant. Doing this ensures you'll have fresh carry ammo in your gun.
Hornady Critical Duty®
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) completed an extensive evaluation process and chose Hornady Critical Duty® 9mm+P 135 gr FTX pistol ammunition as its contracted service ammunition. The patented Hornady® Flex Tip® design of the FlexLock® bullet eliminates clogging and aids bullet expansion.
9mm Luger+P 135 gr FlexLock®
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) completed an extensive evaluation process and chose Hornady Critical Duty® 9mm+P 135 gr FTX pistol ammunition as its contracted service ammunition.
Generally, yes. If factory centerfire cartridges are stored in a dry, cool place with low humidity, preferably in an airtight container, they can have an amazingly long shelf life. Many ballistics experts who have shot tens of thousands of rounds over the years report shooting 20- to 50-year-old ammo with no problems.
every 6 months
In the grand scheme of things, carry ammo is relatively cheap to replace compared to other purchases. If it's possible, replace every 6 months. A good minimum to rotate ammo out is once a year. This could be a set date like your birthday, Christmas, or any other day you think is significant.
