RDub
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Hello
Most of the 38 Special reviews that I did were shot with two guns.
A Taurus 85 Ulta Lite 2 inch barrel and a Smith & Wesson model 15 with a 4 inch barrel.
First I do forensic exam of the ammunition. Next I shoot a group while chronographing with each gun. 10 yards with the 2 inch Taurus 85 and 25 yards with the 4 inch Model 15. Chronograph is a Oehler 35P
Then the ammunition is shot out of each gun into a 55 gallon plastic barrel of water. The bullets are then recovered, photographed and then measured for expansion. In cases where the bullet fragments and loses its jacket, a weight is taken with all the recovered material and also a weight taken with just the lead core.
Here is the link to all the photos of the review;
38 SPL HORNADY 110gr JHP +P — Postimages
Data Sheet
Impressive velocities with this one. Even though there was some fragmentation, the remaining core expanded uniformly and kept 105grs of their original weight. Plenty accurate and recoil was noticeable but manageable. A good choice for short barrel carry.
