Chronographed 10 shot string of Doubletap 38 Spl +P 158 gr “Hardcast Solid” SWC:

Firearm: S&W Heavy Duty 5 inch
10 shots fps:
1. 986
2. 969
3. 968
4. 957
5. 1003
6. 976
7. 975
8. 1016
9. 996
10. 1012

Summary:
Hi 1016
Lo 957
Avg 985
ES 59 (corrected)
SD 19

Notes: Good load but easily duplicated with Power Pistol and 158 gr SWC using Speer 38 Spl +P data.

That is a great load for self-defense and critter control. The standard load at 850fps is a great all-purpose load. If I had only one bullet choice this would be it !! Look no further for perfection, it covers every use.

Well said!