I've used Critical Defense in my SD guns since it was first offered. It's in my EDC PM9 after shooting two boxes without issue. Also in my nightstand 1911 and in the NAA Pug and Ruger LCR .22mag I carry in the neighborhood while walking my dog. I have never had one fail to feed or fire, they offer decent recoil and, for me at least, excellent accuracy. That said, as long as you make sure it will function in your gun of choice, I'm guessing most brand name JHPs will offer the same qualities. You have to try it and make sure.