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Old 01-11-2017, 02:20 PM
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Originally Posted by JK-linux View Post
Sounds like a fine assortment of defensive rounds. None are powder puffs, and the BB loads are stout to say the least. Only thing to do now is light them off and see what you think.

Of note, I was surprised at how stout the Speer .357 158gr ammo was. Not horrible at all, but definitely not a glorified .38 load for sure. Some have suggested it might be a decent hunting load for smaller game.

I like .357 myself, but found most loads too stout for my own defensive use in my 640 & 65, both of which I carry. I ended up settling on 125gr Golden Saber .357 Mag and 158gr LSWCHP Underwood .38 +P for my J & K frames. In my N frame I run stouter stuff like Underwood 125gr, 158gr and 180gr. I don't hunt, but the 180's are a hoot so I light off a few sometimes for fun.
158 Speer has never been described as a glorified 38 special . you May be thinking of the 135 short barrel reduced power 357
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