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Originally Posted by cavscout684
What about a +P 38? Is that an Ideal round for the purpose of the weapon since the powder is "hotter" burning therefor more lethal than a 357 in the same role??? Plus I think Gold Dot Makes the short barreled rounds for snub in 38+p. Is that want I want?
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The powder used in a .38 Special round is not "hotter" than the powder used in a .357 Magnum, it's faster. IMO a .357 Magnum will always generate more velocity than a .38 Special +P no matter how long the barrel is. BUT, shooting a .357 Magnum from a short light revolver is more difficult than shooting a .38 Special because of the excessive recoil, especially if you're shooting a 12 oz. S&W Aitlite revolver.
If you can shoot a .357 Magnum round well and make a fast followup shot if needed carry .357 Magnum ammo. If not carry .38 Special +P ammo, I know I do...