DGU: Defensive Gun Use
FMJ: Full Metal Jacket bullet – bullet is typically encased in copper
Parabellum : “Si vis pacem, para bellum” –from Latin translates to “If you want peace, prepare for war,” and therefore Parabellum means “prepare for war.”
JHP: Jacketed Hollow Point bullet – bullet center is hollow with groves to facilitate extra expansion to prevent over penetration
FPS: Feet per Second – the bullet speed
Gr: Grains – the weight of the bullet at 437.5 grains per ounce
45ACP: 45 caliber Automatic Colt Pistol – a large diameter (0.45 inches) bullet
EXTERNAL LINKS:
Minnesota Uniform Firearm Application/Receipt Permit to Purchase/Transfer
Minnesota Uniform Firearm Application/Receipt Permit to Carry a Pistol
Transporting Firearms and Ammunition | Transportation Security Administration