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SevenRoundMags · February 18, 2006, 03:35 PM

Which would be better for home defense in your opinion?

125gr@1450fps, or 158gr@1250FPS?

Personally I'm leaning towards the 158 because the 125's might expand too early and not reach vitals. The 125's also have more muzzle flip and blast. What say you?

February 18, 2006, 03:35 PM	#1
SevenRoundMags Senior Member Join Date: October 5, 2005 Location: The eagle has landed Posts: 110	357MAG - 125 or 158 grain JHP for home defense? Which would be better for home defense in your opinion? 125gr@1450fps, or 158gr@1250FPS? Personally I'm leaning towards the 158 because the 125's might expand too early and not reach vitals. The 125's also have more muzzle flip and blast. What say you?