I thought this discussion was over weeks ago. The only reason I brought up this issue was that someone made the claim (way back in the thread) that all muzzle energy results under 500 ft. pounds are irrelevant. They make no difference at all, whether 200 ft./lb's or 450 ft./lb.s.
For me to believe this, I by default, have to believe (to some degree) that there is no difference in terminal performance between a .36 caliber black powder revolver and a hot .38 Special load. I can't believe this, because logic, reason and experience won't allow me to. In fact, to extrapolate that claim as stated literally, there would be no difference between a hot .38 Special load and the same size projectile shot out of a slingshot. But everyone who wants to believe this is perfectly welcome to. I am not saying that ME is an ideal metric, but until they come up with a better metric, it does convey some information that may be of use.