Just killing time this week end, I decided to compare some 38 plus P ammo out a snub nosed revolver.
I used a model 66-1 2 1/2 inch for all three loads.
First one the left is the old stand by. 158 gr SWC HP. This one by Remington. Avg of 3 shots. 839 fps. Penetrated 2 milk jugs of water and stopped in the third. Classic expansion. I've got the same results with the Federal loads. This is what I will continue to carry in my snubs.
Middle round is a nice suprise from Cor Bon. This is their 110gr which clocked an average of 1157 fps and penertated three gallons of water, stopping in the third. This is not a flook. I've got consistant expansion with this load in previous tests. A good choice for a 110gr bullet.
Last one on the right is a big dud. This is a 158 gr Plus P NyClad from an old S&W batch. Average velocity was 890 fps. Made it thru two water jugs and stopped in the third. I could reload this one if I wanted. Just thought you might find this of interest.