G9 Defense: The Future of Self-Defense and Hunting Ammo
When it comes to self-defense and hunting ammunition, innovation is everything. In the latest episode of The North Idaho Experience podcast, we sat down with Joshua and Kyle from G9 Defense, a Post Falls-based company that’s redefining performance, precision, and reliability in ammunition. Whether for law enforcement, hunters, or everyday citizens, G9 Defense is pushing the boundaries of bullet technology in ways the firearms industry hasn’t seen in over a century.
The Origin of G9 Defense
What makes G9 different from traditional ammunition manufacturers? For starters, Joshua, the founder of G9 Defense, didn’t come from a military or law enforcement background—he came from auto body work and mechanical design. While that may seem unconventional, it gave him a unique perspective on ballistics, metal behavior, and penetration—key factors in how a bullet performs when it meets obstacles like glass, car doors, and even bone.
Joshua’s journey started when he was tasked with reforming the security team at his church. He quickly realized that most team members were using unreliable ammunition—some even loaded in garages. That led him down a rabbit hole of FBI ballistics data, studying years’ worth of reports, and eventually, creating his own ammunition that outperformed everything on the market.
Why Traditional Ammo Fails
Many self-defense rounds on the market—especially hollow points—are not as effective as advertised. In law enforcement and real-world self-defense situations, bullets often hit barriers before reaching their target. Windshields, heavy clothing, car doors, and even drywall can cause traditional hollow points to deform or fail completely.
One chilling example discussed in the podcast was a Texas shootout where a suspect’s car was hit 138 times by law enforcement rounds, yet none of the rounds penetrated to stop the threat. Meanwhile, the suspect’s basic 9mm FMJ rounds did severe damage to the officers.
G9 Defense set out to fix this problem—and they did.
The Science Behind G9 Ammo
G9’s bullets are designed with cutting-edge technology that eliminates the weaknesses of traditional ammo. Instead of relying on expansion like hollow points, G9 rounds use a boat-propeller-like flute design that maximizes hydraulic force when hitting soft tissue. This results in:
- Superior penetration through barriers (glass, metal, drywall) without deflection
- Massive wound channels that increase stopping power
- Predictable and consistent ballistics in all environments
- No failures due to clothing or intermediate barriers
G9’s technology is already being used by law enforcement agencies, U.S. Marshals, and hunters worldwide, with proven real-world effectiveness in stopping threats.
How G9 Performs in Real-World Situations
G9 rounds have already made a name for themselves in high-stakes law enforcement encounters. In one case, a U.S. Marshal engaged a suspect in a shootout. The suspect had a gun three feet away from the officer’s chest and was about to fire. The Marshal shot first—with a G9 round—and the suspect immediately collapsed and stopped the fight.
Why does this matter? Because handgun rounds are notorious for failing to stop threats instantly. Traditional bullets rely on caliber size and expansion, but G9 rounds use fluid displacement to create a more devastating wound, regardless of caliber.
Self-Defense, Law Enforcement & Hunting Applications
G9’s technology isn’t just for self-defense—it’s also changing the hunting industry.
- For law enforcement, G9’s rounds provide exceptional performance through barriers like car doors, windshields, and even body armor.
- For home defense, the bullets are designed to minimize over-penetration while still being effective against threats.
- For hunters, G9’s Woodsman and long-range rifle rounds provide unmatched precision and stopping power, even against large game like elk, moose, and even polar bears (yes, really!).
The Future of Ammunition is Here
G9 Defense isn’t just changing the conversation around self-defense ammo—it’s leading it. Their high-tech facility in Post Falls, Idaho, is capable of producing millions of rounds per month, and demand is growing as more law enforcement agencies and self-defense experts recognize the game-changing performance of G9’s bullets.
Want to Upgrade Your Ammo?
If you’re serious about self-defense, hunting, or professional applications, it’s time to make the switch to G9 Defense.
Learn More & Shop G9 Defense Ammo: Visit G9Defense.com
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