Description
The G2 Research Civic Duty 10mm 122gr load, item G00622, is a 20 round box of 10mm Auto ammunition from G2 Research, loaded with a 122 grain solid copper Civic Duty expanding bullet. It brings the expanding Civic Duty design to one of the most powerful common semi-auto pistol cartridges.
G2 Research Civic Duty 10mm 122gr Overview
The 10mm Auto is known for heavy bullets and strong recoil, but this load takes a different approach. A light 122 grain solid copper bullet is built to expand quickly and stop within a controlled depth, making the round better suited to home and personal defense than to hunting or bear country. G2 Research designed Civic Duty as a response to bonded hollow points that can over-penetrate, so the goal here is energy transfer inside the target rather than maximum depth.
Because the bullet is machined from copper instead of swaged from lead, it is longer than a lead-core bullet of the same weight and holds together on impact.
How the Civic Duty Bullet Works
The Civic Duty bullet takes the trocar nose of the G2 Research R.I.P. and adapts it to an expanding design. Instead of shedding petals, it opens to about 2.5 times its original diameter after entering a fluid medium and holds together. G2 Research reports that it retains 99.9 percent of its weight and lists 8 to 9 inches of penetration for this caliber, a depth chosen to transfer energy to the target without the over-penetration concerns of many bonded hollow points in close-quarters settings.
Barrier Performance
G2 Research says Civic Duty defeats barriers about as well as the R.I.P., thanks to the same machined trocar nose. Heavy clothing, drywall and similar obstacles are the usual tests for a defensive load, and a solid copper bullet cannot shed a jacket or lose its core when it meets them. Controlled expansion and high weight retention make it a more conventional choice than a fragmenting round for shooters who prefer an expanding bullet.
Firearm Compatibility
This ammunition is made for handguns chambered in 10mm Auto, such as the Glock 20 and 29, the SIG P320 XTEN, the Springfield XD-M Elite 10mm and 1911-pattern pistols in 10mm. It can also be fired in revolvers and carbines chambered for 10mm Auto. Do not fire it in a 40 S&W firearm; although the bullets share a diameter, the 10mm case is longer and produces higher pressure. Some gallery photos show the same Civic Duty projectile in other calibers for reference.
Lead-Free Construction
Every G2 Research Civic Duty bullet is machined from solid copper on precision equipment, so there is no lead in the projectile. That makes it a good fit for shooters who want to reduce lead exposure, and for areas where lead-free projectiles are preferred or required. The machined process also keeps weight and dimensions consistent from round to round, which helps accuracy and predictable feeding.
Recoil and Shootability
Most 10mm loads push heavy bullets and produce stout recoil. A 122 grain bullet changes the feel, giving a faster, lighter push that many shooters find easier to control in full-size 10mm pistols. Practice with this load to learn how your pistol tracks during quick follow-up shots, since point of impact can differ from heavier practice ammunition.
Practice and Testing
Defensive ammunition costs more than range ammunition, but it is worth running at least a box through your own firearm before you rely on it. Check that every round feeds from a full and nearly empty magazine, ejects cleanly and lands where you aim at typical defensive distances. Many shooters practice with less expensive loads and then confirm zero and function with the carry load a few times a year.
Storage and Care
Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box, away from solvents and lubricants that can contaminate primers. Rotate carry ammunition periodically, and set aside any round with a dented case, loose bullet or signs of corrosion.
Specifications
- Brand: G2 Research
- Line: Civic Duty
- Item number: G00622
- Caliber: 10mm Auto
- Bullet weight: 122 grain
- Bullet type: solid copper Civic Duty expanding
- Penetration (manufacturer): 8 to 9 inches
- Projectile: solid copper, lead-free
- Count: 20 rounds per box
- UPC: 851412006223
- Made in the USA
Before You Buy
Federal law requires buyers of handgun ammunition to be at least 21 years old when buying from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities restrict ammunition purchases, require background checks or limit shipping, so check your local rules before you order.
Who It Is For
The G2 Research Civic Duty 10mm 122gr is a great fit for 10mm Auto owners who want a lead-free expanding defense load, shooters concerned about over-penetration in the home, and anyone who prefers a solid copper bullet that holds its weight.
Buy the G2 Research Civic Duty 10mm 122gr at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the G2 Research Civic Duty 10mm 122gr online and we will ship it to you where state and local law allow, or browse our full selection of ammunition for more handgun loads. For factory details, visit G2 Research.
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