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pilpens · January 6, 2011, 01:18 AM

Is 147 HP better than 124 HP for self defense (same bullet design , same pistol with 4" barrel)?
Is there a difference? Does it matter for self-defense purposes? Penetration issues?
Just trying to up the power of 9mm pistol which is normally loaded with 115s.

January 6, 2011, 01:18 AM	#1
pilpens Senior Member Join Date: April 24, 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 1,696	124 vs 147 grain HP 9mm ? Is 147 HP better than 124 HP for self defense (same bullet design , same pistol with 4" barrel)? Is there a difference? Does it matter for self-defense purposes? Penetration issues? Just trying to up the power of 9mm pistol which is normally loaded with 115s.