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tkglazie · July 5, 2012, 05:37 PM

Update on the load data that I previously deleted (I had unintentionally posted unproven data).

Load- Berry's 100gr over 3.5-3.6gr HP38 at .980". I tested this load extensively today in my Bersa 83 today and absolutely love it. No signs of pressure, no problems whatsoever. Very accurate load that runs about 920fps. Recoil is solid, this is a relatively heavy bullet for a .380 that is moving at a good clip, but I liken it to shooting 147grain 9mm bullets in the 900-950fps range. More of a "push" than the normal snap/flip you often find in a small .380. I actually enjoyed shooting my old Bersa for a change (cleaning that gun, on the other hand is a PITA).

This cartridge will be my new go-to. It seems to replicate the recoil and POI of the Hydra-Shok 90 grain that I keep in the gun for HD/carry purposes. Highly recommend.

July 5, 2012, 05:37 PM	#18
tkglazie Senior Member Join Date: December 3, 2011 Posts: 558	Update on the load data that I previously deleted (I had unintentionally posted unproven data). Load- Berry's 100gr over 3.5-3.6gr HP38 at .980". I tested this load extensively today in my Bersa 83 today and absolutely love it. No signs of pressure, no problems whatsoever. Very accurate load that runs about 920fps. Recoil is solid, this is a relatively heavy bullet for a .380 that is moving at a good clip, but I liken it to shooting 147grain 9mm bullets in the 900-950fps range. More of a "push" than the normal snap/flip you often find in a small .380. I actually enjoyed shooting my old Bersa for a change (cleaning that gun, on the other hand is a PITA). This cartridge will be my new go-to. It seems to replicate the recoil and POI of the Hydra-Shok 90 grain that I keep in the gun for HD/carry purposes. Highly recommend. Last edited by tkglazie; July 5, 2012 at 07:35 PM.