What does the "+P" Designation on Ammo Really Mean?

[wtrfwlr]

Here is a good explanation that answers that very question. This explains why this ammunition classification came to be and why. With this you should be able to decided if this is a good cartridge for your use and if it is safe for your weapon.

www.handgunsmag.com/2010/09/24/ammunition_demystplusp_0306-7/


I've started learning how to reload ammunition, I'll save that for later, but during all of the reading and research I'm coming across these answers to common gun and ammo questions and just thought I'd pass the info along to all the members here. Hope it helps.

[mrmike]

I have always treated +P like I do the .223 vs 5.56 or 3" vs 3" Magnum in shot guns discussion . If its not marked as such on your weapon don't run it. +P will function fine in some guns but not others and can cause safety issues. Some people have run +P or 5.56 or 3" Mag through guns not marked as such and been fine, yet others have not been so lucky. Good article Wtrfwlr! Thank you.