Yesterday at the Gun Slinger Gun Show in Fort Wayne, IN I saw a brand of ammo of which I have not heard or seen previously. It was Copper Only Projectile or C.O.P. The 9mm JHP was selling for $18/25rounds. Sign says this is comparable to Corbon self-defense ammo. It was available in all the common handgun calibers and in large supplies of all. I did not bite because I was not familiar with it, and because I noticed no one else was buying either.
Also, another elder statesman selling leather and handguns explained to me that "copper only" projectiles will penetrate far deeper than lead before it expands. Thus, he said, if you miss your target the round will pass through up to two walls before stopping. If you use it, he cautioned, be aware of the over penetration issue.
Can the TA experts enlighten this rookie on this matter? Is this a reliable brand? Is there an excessive over penetration problem with copper only projectiles? If this is generally reliable and effective, I will go back to get some for testing in my Tauri.
Serious question folks, and in need of a serious response. Thanks!
Also, another elder statesman selling leather and handguns explained to me that "copper only" projectiles will penetrate far deeper than lead before it expands. Thus, he said, if you miss your target the round will pass through up to two walls before stopping. If you use it, he cautioned, be aware of the over penetration issue.
Can the TA experts enlighten this rookie on this matter? Is this a reliable brand? Is there an excessive over penetration problem with copper only projectiles? If this is generally reliable and effective, I will go back to get some for testing in my Tauri.
Serious question folks, and in need of a serious response. Thanks!