seeker_two
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Maybe I'm not as well-versed on ballistics as I thought, but can someone explain to me what a 600fps wadcutter can do that a 800fps semiwadcutter can't do slightly better?....
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low velocity wad cutters in 38 spcl
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I've switched to wadcutters in .359 caliber, and that's all I load now. I'll push them from about 750 up to 1200 fps with hard cast DEWC profiles. I love them. They hit like a hammer at all velocities. I usually carry the low end loads. If you're set on 650 fps, I'd say that you may want a smaller caliber gun rather than insisting on a larger bullet going slower. .32 H&R mag doesn't recoil much and pushes the bullet faster, though it is lighter. It's a balance of diameter/sectional density, energy, and momentum, despite the arguments for the merits of each.
spacecoast
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Maybe I'm not as well-versed on ballistics as I thought, but can someone explain to me what a 600fps wadcutter can do that a 800fps semiwadcutter can't do slightly better?
It's likely a little easier on your ears, but carries only about 56% of the muzzle energy.
warningshot
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For that person whom just can't stand the extra 200 fps, I'd lie.
I'd say this load feels like it is going 800 fps but it just really going 600. Then show them something in writing, ( Liar Liar Pants-on-Fire) ''After a couple more shots you will be able to tell it's only 600''.
I'd say this load feels like it is going 800 fps but it just really going 600. Then show them something in writing, ( Liar Liar Pants-on-Fire) ''After a couple more shots you will be able to tell it's only 600''.
Redhawk5.5+P+
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We can argue projectiles till "the cows come home". Fun isn't it.
Yes
"SOFTER" lead might not expand uniformly, but it does distort right?.
TBS, it might not go straight, but only to yaw, maybe spin or take a different path threw soft tissue.
Yes
Very intresting topic and info. A couple of points I would like to highlight.
Accuracy should be number one.
A HBWC is "SOFTER" lead, ( less penetration), than a DEWC.
"SOFTER" lead might not expand uniformly, but it does distort right?.
TBS, it might not go straight, but only to yaw, maybe spin or take a different path threw soft tissue.
"SOFTER" lead might not expand uniformly, but it does distort right?.
TBS, it might not go straight, but only to yaw, maybe spin or take a different path threw soft tissue.
Yes, I think there are times when that would be an advantage.
One issue, what is the intended use. Target shooting on paper, plinking in the woods, occasional rabbit or squirrel, or self defense.
TBS, it might not go straight, but only to yaw, maybe spin or take a different path threw soft tissue.
Yes, I think there are times when that would be an advantage.
One issue, what is the intended use. Target shooting on paper, plinking in the woods, occasional rabbit or squirrel, or self defense.