Times have changed. With crime on the rise and a need for people to take action, numbers are showing citizens are doing just that.  Self defense and CCW class enrollment has skyrocketed in recent years. However, after the classroom, many new 2nd Amendment proponents rest on their laurels.

The question remains: So now that you have your training. You have selected your weapon of choice, what's next?

Using a firearm is a perishable skill that should be maintained with frequent and consistent practice. Just because you had one course in how to kick a man in the balls and get your pistol out in time to prevent a tragedy, doesn't mean you'll remember it forever.

People should take it upon themselves to search for local firearms instructors who offer such training and stock up on ammunition to get that practice in so you're not one of those people who inadvertently arms a would-be attacker because of a lack of training.

Here's my list of ammunition (in all popular calibers) that I believe will help you maintain those lessons taught to you by your instructor and save some money doing it.

Now, I always keep two types of ammo. Self Defense and Practice/Plinking Ammo. Their names speak for themselves. I even have a list of Bulk Ammo that include a large can in case you want to have a blast at the range one weekend. Or stock up for the Zombie Apocalypse. Up to you.
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.380 Auto Ammunition

Cci Blazer Brass Handgun Ammunition Cci Ammo 380 Auto 95gr Fmj Blazer Brass 50bx

Cci Blazer Brass Handgun Ammunition Cci Ammo 380 Auto 95gr Fmj Blazer Brass 50bx

Over the last 25 years CCI Blazer has developed a reputation around the world as a reliable training and practice ammunition. For the shooter who wants to combine the economical pricing with the freedom to reload his spent cases these Blazer loads are made with conventional Boxer-primed brass cases ideal for reloading. These cases combined with high-quality Speer bullets deliver economy accuracy and performance. Available many common centerfire handgun calibers. Mfg: Cci/Speer See Item Details Below
Cci/Speer Gold Dot Handgun Ammunition Cci Ammo 380 Acp 90gr Gold Dot 20bx

Cci/Speer Gold Dot Handgun Ammunition Cci Ammo 380 Acp 90gr Gold Dot 20bx

20 per box Bonded core bullets Nickel plated brass cartridgesThe CCI Ammo Gold Dot ammunition offers superior quality and performance in every round. Manufactured with a Uni-core process each bonded core bullet is bonded to the jacket virtually eliminating jacket separations. Each Gold Dot is fined tuned for each cartridge for maximum performance. Jackets are wrapped into the cavity to produce a finished edge and cartridges are nickel plated brass for a smooth function and outstanding durability. Mfg: Cci/Speer See Item Details Below

9mm S&W Ammunition

Critical Defense Ammunition 9mm Luger 115 Gr Ftx 20 Ct Hornady Ammo 9mm Luger 115gr Crt Defense 25/Box

Critical Defense Ammunition 9mm Luger 115 Gr Ftx 20 Ct Hornady Ammo 9mm Luger 115gr Crt Defense 25/Box

Unaffected by thick and heavy clothing including denim and leather. Patented FTX bullet delivers superior controlled expansion and large deep wound cavities over a wide range of velocities. Clean burning and stable propellants reduce recoil in lightweight handguns and perform consistently in all temperatures. Minimal muzzle flash protects night vision. Feeds reliably in all pistols. Shiny silver nickel plating prevents corrosion and is easily visible in low light situations. Bullets are cannelured and crimped to avoid bullet setback. Bullets are custom designed for individual loads. The most effective consistent and reliable self-defense ammunition available today! Mfg: Hornady
Asym Precision 9mm Ammo

Asym Precision 9mm Ammo

9MM SDX 115GR BARNES TAC XP +P AMMUNITION Features the ultra premium Barnes TAC-XP bullet Bullet offers phenomenal terminal performance reliable expansion deep penetration no core/jacket separation certified lead free and impressive short barrel performance Has match grade nickel plated case for corrosion resistance Premium low flash propellant even in short barrel pistols Designed for functional reliability & controllability in all weapon systems.9MM ACTION MATCH 115GR JHP Purpose built to win the steel challenge & NRA Action Pistol/Bianchi Cup Loaded w/ premium VihtaVouri powder Staline brass 115 gr match hollow point &a Mfg: Asym Precision Ammunition
Cci Blazer Handgun Ammunition Cci Ammo 9mm 115gr Fmj Blzr 50bx

Cci Blazer Handgun Ammunition Cci Ammo 9mm 115gr Fmj Blzr 50bx

Over the last 25 years CCI Blazer has developed a reputation around the world as a reliable training and practice ammunition. Heat treated non-reloadable aircraft grade aluminum cases combined with high-quality Speer bullets and reliable CCI Primers deliver economy accuracy and performance. Available many common centerfire handgun calibers. Mfg: Cci/Speer See Item Details Below
Federal American Eagle Fmj Rifle Ammunition Federal Ammo 9mm Luger 147gr Fmj Fp 50/Bx

Federal American Eagle Fmj Rifle Ammunition Federal Ammo 9mm Luger 147gr Fmj Fp 50/Bx

50 cartridges per box9mm Luger caliber147-grain bulletFull Metal Jacket Flat Point bullet1000 feet per secondWhen your target shooting steel with your 9mm pistol take Federal American Eagle ammunition with you. The 9mm Luger cartridge is loaded with a 147-grain full metal jacket flat point bullet traveling at 1000 feet per second. You can hear the ring of this bullet when it hits the steel and you will see the reaction of the plates as they go down. Have fun and keep safe using Federal American Eagle ammunition. Mfg: Federal See Item Details Below

.40 S&W Ammunition

Cci/Speer Gold Dot Handgun Ammunition Cci Ammo 380 Acp 90gr Gold Dot 20bx

Cci/Speer Gold Dot Handgun Ammunition Cci Ammo 380 Acp 90gr Gold Dot 20bx

20 per box Bonded core bullets Nickel plated brass cartridgesThe CCI Ammo Gold Dot ammunition offers superior quality and performance in every round. Manufactured with a Uni-core process each bonded core bullet is bonded to the jacket virtually eliminating jacket separations. Each Gold Dot is fined tuned for each cartridge for maximum performance. Jackets are wrapped into the cavity to produce a finished edge and cartridges are nickel plated brass for a smooth function and outstanding durability. Mfg: Cci/Speer See Item Details Below
Federal Premium Personal Defense Handgun Ammunition Federal Ammo 40 S&W 135gr Hydrashok Jhp 20/Bx

Federal Premium Personal Defense Handgun Ammunition Federal Ammo 40 S&W 135gr Hydrashok Jhp 20/Bx

The choice of law enforcement agencies nationwide Federal's unique Hydra-Shok jacketed hollow point bullet delivers controlled expansion and efficient energy transfer to penetrate barriers while retaining stopping power. The deep penetration of the Hydra-Shok bullet satisfies even the FBI's stringent testing requirements. On impact the notched jacket hydrostatically ruptures along designated fault lines and mushrooms until the hardened center post base stops the expansion leaving almost 100% of the bullet's weight in the target. If you hit what you're aiming at this bullet will do its job. Mfg: Federal See Item Details Below

.223 Remington Ammunition

Asym Precision .223 Remington Ammunition .223 Rem 70 Solid Defense X 50/Box

Asym Precision .223 Remington Ammunition .223 Rem 70 Solid Defense X 50/Box

ASYM PRECISION Ammunition is meticulously manufactured using premium components each carefully selected to deliver optimum performance. Our ammunition delivers the ultimate in reliability match grade accuracy consistency and clean burn so shooters can focus on their marksmanship and tactics rather than equipment. ASYM PRECISION law enforcement and defensive ammunition is purpose built to provide dependable fight stopping terminal performance with minimum flash.Extensive quality control methods and procedures are used. Each cartridge is hand and mechanically inspected as well as gauge checked in a minimum spec chamber to ensure flawless chambering in any in-spec firearm. Lot runs are Mfg: Asym Precision Ammunition
Asym Precision .223 Remington Ammunition .223 Rem 68 Gr Tactical Otm 50/Box

Asym Precision .223 Remington Ammunition .223 Rem 68 Gr Tactical Otm 50/Box

ASYM PRECISION Ammunition is meticulously manufactured using premium components each carefully selected to deliver optimum performance. Our ammunition delivers the ultimate in reliability match grade accuracy consistency and clean burn so shooters can focus on their marksmanship and tactics rather than equipment. ASYM PRECISION law enforcement and defensive ammunition is purpose built to provide dependable fight stopping terminal performance with minimum flash.Extensive quality control methods and procedures are used. Each cartridge is hand and mechanically inspected as well as gauge checked in a minimum spec chamber to ensure flawless chambering in any in-spec firearm. Lot runs are Mfg: Asym Precision Ammunition

Bulk Ammunition

500 Round Ammo Can Bundles .40 Winchester 500 Round Ammo Can Bundle

500 Round Ammo Can Bundles .40 Winchester 500 Round Ammo Can Bundle

FEATURES: 500 rounds of .40 S&W Packaged in MTM ammo can. 10 boxes each of Winchester USA ammunition. Ammo can includes built in handle and secure latches. BENEFITS: Receive your ammunition in an easily transported ammo can ready to take to the range Ammo can will still be useable long after the included ammunition is fired. Ammo can aids ammunition organization and transportation. High quality Winchester ammunition is perfect for training or practice. Mfg: Winchester
500 Round Ammo Can Bundles 9mm Winchester 500 Round Ammo Can Bundle

500 Round Ammo Can Bundles 9mm Winchester 500 Round Ammo Can Bundle

FEATURES: 500 rounds of 9mm Packaged in MTM ammo can. 10 boxes each of Winchester USA ammunition. Ammo can includes built in handle and secure latches. BENEFITS: Receive your ammunition in an easily transported ammo can ready to take to the range. Ammo can will still be useable long after the included ammunition is fired. Ammo can aids ammunition organization and transportation. High quality Winchester ammunition is perfect for training or practice. Mfg: Winchester
500 Round Ammo Can Bundles .45 Acp Winchester 500 Round Ammo Can Bundle

500 Round Ammo Can Bundles .45 Acp Winchester 500 Round Ammo Can Bundle

FEATURES: 500 rounds of 45 ACP. Packaged in MTM ammo can. 10 boxes each of Winchester USA ammunition. Ammo can includes built in handle and secure latches. BENEFITS: Receive your ammunition in an easily transported ammo can ready to take to the range. Ammo can will still be useable long after the included ammunition is fired. Ammo can aids ammunition organization and transportation. High quality Winchester ammunition is perfect for training or practice. Mfg: Winchester
500 Round Ammo Can Bundles .38 Spl Winchester 500 Round Ammo Can Bundle

500 Round Ammo Can Bundles .38 Spl Winchester 500 Round Ammo Can Bundle

FEATURES: 500 rounds of 38 Special. Packaged in MTM ammo can 10 boxes each of Winchester USA ammunition. Ammo can includes built in handle and secure latches. BENEFITS: Receive your ammunition in an easily transported ammo can ready to take to the range. Ammo can will still be useable long after the included ammunition is fired. Ammo can aids ammunition organization and transportation High quality Winchester ammunition is perfect for training or practice. Mfg: Winchester
Ultramax Ammunition Ultramax Ammo 223 55grfmj Bulk Pk 250

Ultramax Ammunition Ultramax Ammo 223 55grfmj Bulk Pk 250

Since 1986 Ultramax has been providing high-quality economical commercially-remanufactured ammunition. Previously-fired brass goes through a 10-step quality assurance system so that only the best cases are chosen for reloading. SAAMI specifications are strictly maintained throughout the production process from roll sizing each case to setting primer depth overall cartridge length and pressure. Powder charges are measured to half-grain accuracy for consistent results. Finally a visual inspection process includes 100% chamber size testing to ensure proper chambering and flawless function. Ultramax .223 Remington ammunition is available with bullet weights from 40 grains to 68 grain in Mfg: Ultramax See Item Details Below
Winchester 555 Rounds Win Ammo 22lr 36gr Hp Bulk Pack 10bx

Winchester 555 Rounds Win Ammo 22lr 36gr Hp Bulk Pack 10bx

Whether for precision target shooting plinking small-game hunting or silhouette shooting rimfire shooters worldwide choose Winchester ammunition. Available in Copper-plated hollow points (CPHP). Mfg: Winchester
Federal 5.56mm M193 Rifle Ammunition Federal Ammo 556 55gr Fmjbt (Bulk)

Federal 5.56mm M193 Rifle Ammunition Federal Ammo 556 55gr Fmjbt (Bulk)

Bulk-packed 5.56 x 45mm ammunition is first run first-quality ammo manufactured at the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant for Federal Cartridge and is made to Federal specifications typical for commercial ammunition. Headstamped with Federal symbol and date of manufacture. Water-resistant lacquer-sealed primer. Every cartridge is visually inspected before packing. Mil-spec 5.56 x 45mm NATO M193 ball 55 gr FMJ BT bullet 1 000 round bulk box For use only in rifles with chambers designed for 5.56mm x 45 ammunition Mfg: Federal
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FMJ: Full Metal Jacket, great for practice ammunition, less expensive than defense ammo
Gr: Grain/weight of the bullet. 1 grain equals 64.8 milligrams.1 gram = 15.4324 grains. So the higher the grain number, the bigger the hole you'll make in your target basically. If you want more information on Ballistics, click here.