.38 Spcl Ammo Questions

[Hammerdown]

I'm well aware of which of my revolvers can fire +P safely.

Hello Perpster
I did not mean to come across in a negative way,nor mean no disrespect but too many times this Plus-P. ammo get's shoved into any .38 special without even a thought, on the user's part. I assume most of the older K-frames would not have trouble digesting any of the Plus-P. ammo unless they were the real old Hand eject's being Pre-10's I would not hesitate on using Plus-P. The problem lies in the fact I have seen alot of instructors NOT touch on the hazard that can arrise from using Plus-P. ammo in a revolver not rated for it, and would say that is exactly Why S&W is branding the newer-J-frame barrels that will shoot the Plus-P. without issues.. Hammerdown

 

[perpster]

Hammerdown, it's a valid concern and no offense taken.

 

[innerpiece9]

thanks forthe link perpster!

if yer after +p.. mabey look into Remington UMC 130Gr SJHP.
(2 brass cased loads in pic)

By the box they are about $16 bux at a walmart... Im shure you could find a deal on them better than that.

 

[innerpiece9]

PS: thats $16 bux for a 100rd box..... not 50... and they may be 125 Gr...


ip9

 

[perpster]

Innerpiece: I'm looking for 158 grain because supposedly S&W snubs are POA=POA with 158 grain. I'm looking for it in hollow point so it will have at least some defensive capability, and I'm looking for semi-jacketed for easier cleaning/less leading. However, the ammo you quoted is tempting. Hmmm.

BTW, what model is that nice looking outerpiece? I'm curious about that full length underlug but part-length extractor.

 

[DaltonSpringfield]

Better late than never.

Sorry it took me so long, here is the contact info for Pop's Place reloading out of Northeast Ohio (Cleveland area). Once you decide what load you want just call Dave at 440-355-4450 and place your order. I can say from experiance his ammo is 100% reliable and loaded to your specs. And his prices are great.

Pop's Place Ammo
440-355-4450
Contact: Dave

Happy shooting.

Dalton

 

[DWARREN123]

I have had incidences of spitting with some 158 gr LRN ammo in 38spl and 357mag revolvers, please be aware of this as it may scare new shooters.