38 Special Ballistics Gel Results

[Dumpstick]

A quick perusal shows the ability of the heavier projectiles (158gr p, even the 140) to penetrate deeply. 20", even at relatively slow muzzle vels; 750-850 fps.

The 125s going 1200 fps don't get that sort of penetration.

 

[Moparman485]

A quick perusal shows the ability of the heavier projectiles (158gr p, even the 140) to penetrate deeply. 20", even at relatively slow muzzle vels; 750-850 fps.

The 125s going 1200 fps don't get that sort of penetration.

That is Correct. The trade off essentially is between expansion, and penetration (as it always had been). The most extreme being the 125 LSWC-HP nyclad. The heavies penetrated deeper, with most of the lighter ones expanding more and causing mor trauma to the gel.

 

[Dumpstick]

That is Correct. The trade off essentially is between expansion, and penetration (as it always had been). The most extreme being the 125 LSWC-HP nyclad. The heavies penetrated deeper, with most of the lighter ones expanding more and causing mor trauma to the gel.

Momentum. One cannot cheat physics.

Speed is flashy, but momentum gets the job done.

 

[trbii]

Helpful info Moparman. Thanks. What length barrel revolver used in your tests?

 

[trbii]

I clicked on the cards, saw firearm descriptions. Answered my question, thanks.

 

[Moparman485]

125gr Speer JHP Reload in a snub nose

 

[Moparman485]

125gr Speer JHP reload in 4 inch pistol

 

[Moparman485]

125gr Speer JHP reload in a carbine

 

[Moparman485]

125gr Critical Defense Reload in a snub nose

 

[Moparman485]

125gr Critical Defense reload in a 4 inch pistol