I grabbed a few boxes of Remington UMC 9mm ammo and headed to the range to see how it would perform in my Smith & Wesson M&P Shield. I heard both positive and negative reviews about these rounds, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The following Remington UMC 9mm review is my honest opinion after firing the 115, 124, and 147 grain full metal jacket (FMJ) rounds.
Is Remington UMC 9mm a Good Choice?
In my experience, Remington UMC 9mm is a good choice for target practice. I found it reasonably priced, accurate, and reliable.
Take care that Remington UMC ammo is not recommended for personal protection. Even when it is loaded with jacketed hollow point bullets, it is not manufactured to the same high standards for reliability as premium self-defense ammo like Remington Golden Saber or High Terminal Performance (HTP).
What Is Remington UMC 9mm Intended For?
Remington UMC is designed for target shooting. Its various bullet weights allow shooters to match their target loads to the 9mm ammo they carry for defense. I like that, because it lets me train with ammo that performs similarly to what I would use during a self-defense situation without breaking the bank. These target rounds are on par with other brands with regard to their price tag, but they’re not the cheapest even when you purchase them in bulk.
I experienced zero malfunctions after firing 150 rounds through my S&W M&P Shield, so I would say they’re reliable and cycle well. However, other reviews I’ve read critique Remington UMC ammo’s ability to cycle reliably. I consistently shot low and left, which is definitely on me (I was also testing new sights, and I tend to overly anticipate recoil, which generally causes a right-handed shooter like me to pull low and to the left). It was clear to me that these rounds were fairly consistent, with only a few outliers among the shots.
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