I have used plated bullets extensively in my autos and not in any revolvers.

They have warnings on their sites that their bullets should not be run at magnum velocities. I have used them for target loads shot at an inside range in 9mm, 40S&W and 45ACP.

I use a firm taper crimp on all of them with no problems.

I like your thoughts on being prepared. It was logic like that that made me buy 20,000 primers in the latter part of 2007!