Winchester USA Ready Defense Hex-Vent Hollowpoint 10mm: New for 2022

Winchester has added 10mm caliber to its USA Ready Defense ammunition line. The Hex-Vent channels direct matter and ensure expansion.

February 02, 2022 By Guns & Ammo Staff

Made in the USA and designed with defense in mind, Winchester USA Ready Defense now comes in 10mm. USA Ready Defense is a select grade of personal defense ammunition offering the ideal combination of stopping power, penetration and reliable expansion.

Features

1 (see illustration below): Hex-Vent Rigid Insert: Shields hollow point from obstruction while channeling material flow for positive bullet expansion
2 (see illustration below): Match Grade Primer: Built to exacting specifications for trusted reliability
1,250 fps; 170-grain bullet
Lot Controlled: Ballistics data from each lot published online at Winchester.com

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