The Firing Line Forums - View Single Post - Best .40 Factory Round for SD (165gr JHP vs 180gr JHP)

LoneStarWings · January 31, 2009, 10:24 PM

Hi,

I realize there have been a lot of threads on this, and I've read a dozen or so from searching, but I'd like a few more up-to-date opinions. I also realize that accuracy and shooting ability are about 100 times more important than ammo choice.

I'm leaning toward Remington 180gr Golden Saber. Is this a good choice?

With that said,

I've been looking at this: http://www.firearmstactical.com/ammo_data/40s&w.htm

And this: http://www.handloads.com/misc/stoppi...=11&Weight=All

Resuts from the second link seem to indicate that the lighter 155 and 165gr loads are much more effective stopping wise than the 180gr loads (actual shootings). Results from the first link seem to indicate slightly better performance from the 180gr loads in gelatin/clothed gelatin, despite slightly lower muzzle velocities.

Also, in terms of avoiding over-penetration should, god forbid, I miss a shot, what would be the better choice (I live in a multi-residence building)?

Thanks for the info,

LSW

January 31, 2009, 10:24 PM	#1
LoneStarWings Senior Member Join Date: January 15, 2009 Location: TX Posts: 213	Best .40 Factory Round for SD (165gr JHP vs 180gr JHP) Hi, I realize there have been a lot of threads on this, and I've read a dozen or so from searching, but I'd like a few more up-to-date opinions. I also realize that accuracy and shooting ability are about 100 times more important than ammo choice. I'm leaning toward Remington 180gr Golden Saber. Is this a good choice? With that said, I've been looking at this: http://www.firearmstactical.com/ammo_data/40s&w.htm And this: http://www.handloads.com/misc/stoppi...=11&Weight=All Resuts from the second link seem to indicate that the lighter 155 and 165gr loads are much more effective stopping wise than the 180gr loads (actual shootings). Results from the first link seem to indicate slightly better performance from the 180gr loads in gelatin/clothed gelatin, despite slightly lower muzzle velocities. Also, in terms of avoiding over-penetration should, god forbid, I miss a shot, what would be the better choice (I live in a multi-residence building)? Thanks for the info, LSW