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Mont1120 What brand of case?

I really like the XTP for woods carry. For 180 gr XTP's I prefer AA#9.

Apparently the earlier .40 S&W cases were marked FC. When they began producing the new stronger cases they changed the headstamp to Federal. I was led to believe the affected cases were from the Hydra Shok line but I personaly would be leery of any case stamped FC. Picking up .40 S&W range brass marked FC for reloading is just asking for trouble. Maybe it was or maybe it wasn't just the Hydra Shok cases that were weak but after having 2 blowouts myself, I am not taking any chances. Do a search on the web for "The Gun Zone .40 S&W Kaboom"

For what it's worth, I am willing to bet you got ahold of some old Federal brass which was defective. Since I am new on the Site, apparently I am unable to post links but if you do a search for "The Gun Zone .40 S&W Kaboom" you will find the info including lot numbers of the defective ammo. How do I know? Been there, done that, TWICE. Apparently I am not able to post pic's either yet. (I tried to attach a pic of my misfortune) Bottom line guys and gals - DO NOT SHOOT OR RELOAD ANY .40 S&W FEDERAL BRASS WITH THE FC HEADSTAMP (this came from the manufacturer's rep) BTW - Federal is replacing the 4 boxes of ammo that I had with new.