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Originally Posted by Gamecock
Here is Dr. Roberts again:
http://www.dlgunsmithing.com/uploads...ry_roberts.pdf
Excerpt for T2C:
'Unlike rifle bullets, handgun bullets, regardless of whether they are fired from pistols or SMG’s, generally only disrupt tissue by the crush
mechanism. In addition, temporary cavitation from most handgun bullets does not reliably damage tissue and is not usually a significant mechanism of wounding.'
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I've the read the article and agree with the comments about temporary wound cavity. The engineering types with their slide rules and energy formulas would argue the opposite. I base my opinion on investigating shooting incidents and my personal observations at autopsies. Shot placement with good projectile penetration, where the projectile crushed tissue and bone, and remained inside the assailant appeared to be effective.