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Line 13: − + + − + − *Those who hunt medium mammals such as wild hog or deer utilize 10mm autopistols such as the [[Glock]] 20 or Colt Delta Elite. − *Those with the training to handle a full-power cartridge offer prefer the 10mm for self-defense. − *Those competing in tactical shooting competitions (IDPA, IPSC) sometimes use the S&W 610 10mm revolver, since the 10mm cartridges can be united by a single "moon-clip", giving the shooter a reloading speed advantage over the traditional revolver. − As of 2008, several companies have reintroduced 10mm products that had languished in past years, leading to hopes for the long-term viability of the cartridge, albeit more for the specialist than the average shooter.+
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FBI statistics do not indicate how many shootings have failed to stop a suspect due to the usage of a reduced power cartridge.
FBI statistics do not indicate how many shootings have failed to stop a suspect due to the usage of a reduced power cartridge.
==Non-LEO usage==
==Resurgence in popularity==
The 10mm Auto languished in relative obscurity after FBI rejection as well as the paucity of civilian handgun offerings available (the Bren Ten having a troublesome history and with a production run of only 1,500). But interest was revived with the introduction of the Glock 20 in 1991, and increased considerable with the reintroduction of the Delta Elite (a 10mm variant of 1911 design) in 2009 and the Generation 4 Clock 29 in 2010. Coming with three 15-round magazines, the Glock 20 set the a high bar for other manufacturers.
The 10mm cartridge continues to enjoy a fringe popularity among certain firearms enthusiasts:
The 10mm is considered to possess adequate stopping for all North American wild animal threats, including brown bear (although care should be taken in choosing ammunition for that purpose, as heavier hard-cast loads are recommended over hollow-point personal defense rounds). After-market barrel and spring replacements (for the Glock 20's stock polygonal barrel and spring) are offered by several third-party manufacturers for Glock customers seeking the fire heavier loads or reloads.
Those competing in tactical shooting competitions (IDPA, IPSC) sometimes use the S&W 610 10mm revolver, since the 10mm cartridges can be united by a single "moon-clip", giving the shooter a reloading speed advantage over the traditional revolver.
[[Category: Guns]]
[[Category: Guns]]