What is most important to you, other than shot placement which is king, in terms of stopping a threat, mass or energy?
The comparison I have in mind is 44 magnum vs 45 caliber, ACP or long colt. The 45s have a larger diameter compared to a 44 mag; .452 and .430 respectively. However, according to all the data I've been able to come across, the 44 mag produces more energy than either 45 calibers when using the same barrel length and bullet weight.
So would you rather have a bigger bullet or one that's being pushed with more energy in a defensive situation?
Thanks in advance
The comparison I have in mind is 44 magnum vs 45 caliber, ACP or long colt. The 45s have a larger diameter compared to a 44 mag; .452 and .430 respectively. However, according to all the data I've been able to come across, the 44 mag produces more energy than either 45 calibers when using the same barrel length and bullet weight.
So would you rather have a bigger bullet or one that's being pushed with more energy in a defensive situation?
Thanks in advance