There was the lighter 125gr Nyclad that was made for the lighter recoil in the J frame short barrels. It worked in most
cases, enough to stop the threat or at least get away.

I was just thinking that a 130gr might penetrate a little more
and still be in the ball park for a light 38 full loads with out
getting into the +P area, of heavy recoil.

Just looking for a light recoil load that will do the job.