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Lomshek · November 30, 2004, 08:47 PM

I would like input on the best bullet material to avoid richochet off steel plates. Options I am aware of are

1) Jacketed bullets (want to avoid because of jacket splatter, our range has had people pierced even at 25 yards)

2) Soft lead (would prefer avoiding due to leading)

3) Hard-cast lead (Oregon trail laser cast, etc.)

4) Coated lead (Precision when they come back up or others)

5) Plated

6) Frangible (Can I get this as a reloading component?)

I am currently shooting and reloading 9mm to match my defensive load (Corbon) so velocity runs 1300+. I plan on shooting this load in IDPA &/or IPSC. Will probably begin doing other calibers in time.

November 30, 2004, 08:47 PM	#1
Lomshek Member Join Date: November 14, 2004 Location: Pittsburg, KS Posts: 15	What bullet type is safest for steel plates? I would like input on the best bullet material to avoid richochet off steel plates. Options I am aware of are 1) Jacketed bullets (want to avoid because of jacket splatter, our range has had people pierced even at 25 yards) 2) Soft lead (would prefer avoiding due to leading) 3) Hard-cast lead (Oregon trail laser cast, etc.) 4) Coated lead (Precision when they come back up or others) 5) Plated 6) Frangible (Can I get this as a reloading component?) I am currently shooting and reloading 9mm to match my defensive load (Corbon) so velocity runs 1300+. I plan on shooting this load in IDPA &/or IPSC. Will probably begin doing other calibers in time.