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06-09-2009, 07:39 PM
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Ammo for 649 357 Revolver...
Can you provide what good ammo (bulk) if possible for 649 357 Revolver? I would like to buy some .357 Mag and some .38+P ammo. I am having hard time finding brand and item number of a good ammo for this gun. Thanks. Brody
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06-09-2009, 07:43 PM
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My J frame model 38 Airweight Bodyguard is fed Hornady 125gr XTP/JHP NON +P ammo.
I personally think +P ammo in a "get off me gun" like the mighty Smith & Wesson J frame is over rated.
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06-10-2009, 01:26 AM
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I had a 649 only briefly. My intent had been to fire it mainly with .38 special ammo. If you're looking for acceptable "bulk" ammo, try the UMC 125 gr +P .38s or UMC 125 gr .357 mag JHPs as sold by Walmart in 100rd packs.
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06-10-2009, 06:25 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GatorFarmer
I had a 649 only briefly. My intent had been to fire it mainly with .38 special ammo. If you're looking for acceptable "bulk" ammo, try the UMC 125 gr +P .38s or UMC 125 gr .357 mag JHPs as sold by Walmart in 100rd packs.
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Good advice. Remington 125 gr. SJHPs (whether UMC or Express) are second to none out of long and short barreled .357 guns. Keep in mind that you will pay a heavy price in Muzzle blast and recoil. You will get full size gun power out of a snubby with those two loads. Make sure it's not more than you can handle. The UMC 125 gr. .38+P are good economy ammo and use the same excellent bullet as their .357 big brothers. Corbon 110 gr. JHP, DPX, Speer 135 gr. SB and the FBI load (.38 +P 158 gr. LSWCHP, Remington or Buffalo Bore) are top flight choices in .38 special. I don't advise std. pressure ammo in .38 spl for those able to handle the recoil of +P.
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06-14-2009, 05:02 AM
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I agree Remington bulk pack ammo is good for the price. I like the "rosebud" bullet they use because it expands reliably. It can be used for both practice and carry if need be.
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