Threads on the above you often see them compared to the 30 carbine and 30-30. On such threads there always seem to be a fella or two who quotes the handgun velocities for the pistol carts, not the carbine velocities. There is a vast difference, often almost double the kinetic energy. The way I rank the above in ascending order
30 Carbine
357 mag
30-30
At close range the 44 mag, for longer shots, the 30-30.
And for heavy game I'd rather a 44mag hardcast or brass solid at 1900ftlbs than any 30-30 bullet in existence.
Next the myth the pistol cartridges are 80-100 yard capable only. I'd say either are 140-150 yards capable matched to appropriate game. The proviso is if you have the optics and an accurate enough load.
30 Carbine
357 mag
30-30
At close range the 44 mag, for longer shots, the 30-30.
And for heavy game I'd rather a 44mag hardcast or brass solid at 1900ftlbs than any 30-30 bullet in existence.
Next the myth the pistol cartridges are 80-100 yard capable only. I'd say either are 140-150 yards capable matched to appropriate game. The proviso is if you have the optics and an accurate enough load.