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Noreaster · June 18, 2013, 09:30 PM

I've been using Win silvertips 125 grain 38 spl +p for my night stand revolver but I'm looking into a replacement round. From a 3inch barrel what are your thougts on the 158 FBI load vs the short barrel 135 grain type loads. Looking for a compromise between expansion and adequate penetration. Accuracy is a second thought as my longest shot would be five yards.

June 18, 2013, 09:30 PM	#1
Noreaster Senior Member Join Date: January 30, 2011 Location: New England Posts: 1,449	38 spl defense loads I've been using Win silvertips 125 grain 38 spl +p for my night stand revolver but I'm looking into a replacement round. From a 3inch barrel what are your thougts on the 158 FBI load vs the short barrel 135 grain type loads. Looking for a compromise between expansion and adequate penetration. Accuracy is a second thought as my longest shot would be five yards.