Discussion in 'Handloading and Reloading' started by ForneyRider, Apr 8, 2010. Home defense situations call for fast action. 357 Mag 140 gr FTX ® LEVERevolution ® Item #92755 | 25/Box US Patent: 8,413,587 | 7,380,502 | 8,161,885. The downsides include heavier recoil and the likelihood of over penetration. LEVERevolution ® represents a breakthrough in ammo design for lever action rifles and revolvers. from a 6.5" barrel. Nosler produce one hunting projectile for the .357 Magnum, the 180 grain Partition HG (hand gun). Loads for .357 Magnum: (Note: These are near maximum loads, you should use 10% less to start. Gain a deep knowledge of ballistic science and access our improved ballistic calculator. These items distract newbies from maintaining accuracy on multiple shots. This is true. A full power 357 Magnum that delivers both match accuracy and a big blast! They also allow the user to fire quickly. Homeowners sleep better knowing the family is protected by one of the most classic types of ammunition on the market. New York Sales: If you live in New York the state laws require your ammo be shipped to your FFL. A .357 Magnum revolver makes an excellent choice for home defense. Compare all 357 Magnum ammunition manufacturers on one easy to read chart. The key to its innovation and performance is the patented elastomer Flex Tip ® technology of the FTX ® and MonoFlex ® bullets. Sign up to receive new product announcements, special offers, and the annual product catalog. Not all barrels are created equal, chronographs don't always agree with each other and atmospheric conditions affect velocities. Please email these to our email minutemanammo@gmail.com and we will get this document on your account for future purchases. The key to its innovation and performance is the patented elastomer Flex Tip® technology of the FTX® and MonoFlex® bullets. Newer magnum cartridges eventually surpassed it in power, but not in popularity or usefulness. The patented Flex Tip® technology of the FTX® and MonoFlex® bullets provide higher ballistic coefficients and velocity increases of up to 250 fps over traditional flat point loads while still providing shock-absorbing safety in tubular magazines. This is true. I have been reloading the .357 Magnum since the middle 1960's. This projectile gives that little bit more reliability missing from the Hornady 180 grain XTP when hunting large bodied animals. Hunters choose soft points over most other ammunition. Min Charge Max Charge Optimal Charge Bullet Make Bullet Type Complete 357 magnum ammunition ballistics Chart. Where larger calibers bear the burden of possible over penetration, the .357 ammo is less likely to go through the target to cause collateral damage. This site uses cookies to help personalise content, tailor your experience and to keep you logged in if you register. It is less affected by weather or minor changes in wind. Way too quick burning to be good for Magnum loads, heavier weight bullets make it worse. The expansion stops attackers quickly and therefore, the shooter is protected. The HP design allows the bullet to expand, creating a larger wound channel than the FMJ. More powerful ammunition exists but the .357 is easy to control and easier to shoot. Most stores, outlets and online sites carry .357 ammo. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Jacketed Soft Points (JSP) are another option. The 140 grain XTP is moving out at 1,432 fps. Reload with ease. These are good full power hunting loads. The argument proves valid if the gun is for concealed carry. This makes them ideal for high volume shooting including range or target practice. Most experts say that using a shotgun for home defense is the way to go. New propellants provide maximum muzzle velocity at conventional pressures, resulting in flatter trajectories and more downrange energy. JavaScript is disabled. I have found the 140-146 grain bullets to be a good all-around choice for use in the field and very accurate. Homeowners sleep better knowing the family is protected by one of the most classic types of ammunition on the market. Practice is imperative. Handloaders save money and experiment with reloading .357 cartridges to create bigger and better rounds. Palmettostatearmory. The iconic .357 Magnum ammo stands out as a top home defense round. Please use their address for the shipping and make it C/O the FFLs Business Name. For the 158 grain JHP the MV is 1235 fps and the ME is 535 ft. lbs. Injection Molded Copper Polymer ARX Projectile, The Best .357 Magnum Ammo for Home Defense, The Best .44 Magnum Ammo for Self-Defense. An experienced shooter knows bullet types and their uses. These Speer velocities were measured in a 6" S&W revolver barrel using Speer cases and CCI primers. I load two 140 grain bullets for both .38 Special and .357 magnum. Revolvers operate without fuss. Pop culture makes carrying a large caliber gun fashionable. 357 Mag 140 gr FTX ® LEVERevolution ® Item #92755 | 25/Box US Patent: 8,413,587 | 7,380,502 | 8,161,885. District of Columbia: We can't sale to you. The higher ballistic coefficients of the FTX® and MonoFlex® bullets produce consistently flatter trajectories than conventional bullets and provide overwhelming downrange terminal performance. Experts laud .357 Magnum ammo for its versatility. I do not load this powder at all any more unless 9mm lighter weight bullet for what it is worth. On the other hand, 16.2 grains of H110 powder will drive the 140 grain bullet to a MV of 1323 fps, and a maximum load of 17.2 grains of H110 will drive the same bullet to a MV of 1352 fps. However, using a bullet with fewer grains will lessen these issues. Some advantages to the ammo include: Smith & Wesson ordered changes to Elmer Keith’s original bullet design. A .357 Magnum revolver makes an excellent choice for home defense. Pop culture makes carrying a large caliber gun fashionable. For the 158 grain JHP the MV is 1235 fps and the ME is 535 ft. lbs. Muzzle Energy: 609 ft. lbs. A heavy bullet works well in short-range situations including home defense. The, provides reliable accuracy with adequate stopping power. anyone have a pet load for .357 mag with 158 grain JHP and 700x? The .357 remains the best selling of all magnum handgun cartridges and among the top 10 best selling handgun cartridges. Introducing the latest products from the worldwide leader in ammunition. IMR 700x is a fast powder & in my opinion not suited for jacketed loads if max fps is the intended purpose. of muzzle energy. $41.95 Lastly, homeowners can conceal a handgun easier than a long gun, making it easier to get to in the moment. )(2009 Note: Some of these loads are from 1996 and in the passing years the powder companies have reduced their maximum loads particularly ones that have been around a long time like Unique. Most manufacturers produce a wide variety of bullet weights and types for .357 Mag. Download the Get Loaded® and Safe & Secure promo redemption forms. This makes it simple to comparison shop and buy in bulk. a .357 Magnum revolver backs up the threat to protect the home and the people inside. I have used that for lightweight projectile in .38 Special. Some object to using a .357 as a home defense weapon because of the excess weight. The heavy weight benefits the shooter with superior accuracy. Complete 357 magnum ammunition ballistics Chart. Most experts say that using a shotgun for home defense is the way to go. Any .357 Magnum revolver can also shoot all .38 Special ammunition. I have found Winchester W231 and Hodgdon HS-6 powders excellent for low and medium velocity loads and H-110, W296 and Hercules 2400 powders excellent for maximum loads with bullets weighing from 125-158 grains. Revolvers remain popular which means they are affordable and easy to find. Each brings the power, accuracy and velocity needed in any home defense situation.
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