10mm Auto
The big-bore semi-auto for woods defense and hunting — 10mm power and platforms.
About 10mm Auto
10mm Auto is the most powerful mainstream semi-auto handgun cartridge, delivering energy that overlaps with magnum revolvers while still feeding from a magazine. That makes it a favorite for backcountry and trail defense against four-legged threats, and a capable handgun-hunting round — roles where you want maximum power in a semi-auto.
For everyday self-defense against people, 10mm is more recoil, blast, and gun than most need, usually in larger pistols with lower capacity. The smart move for many owners is to keep a 10mm for hikes, camping, and hunting, and carry a 9mm for daily EDC. Note that ammo ranges from mild 'FBI' loads to full-power, so match the load to the job.