This is a discussion on What .357 Magnum SD rounds for a SP101? within the Defensive Ammunition & Ballistics forums, part of the Defensive Carry Discussions category; I put a Ruger SP101 .357 (2.25" barrel) on layaway yesterday, but I have no clue with what ammo to put in it as this ...
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I put a Ruger SP101 .357 (2.25" barrel) on layaway yesterday, but I have no clue with what ammo to put in it as this will be my first revolver. Any suggestions would be helpful!
As a side note I'd also like to know whether these have any problem fitting into the cylinder with these Hogue grips equipped?
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PMC Starfire loads are nice. More options to come!
Those speed loaders look intresting.
I use either Remington Golden Sabers or Speer Gold Dots in my SP but there are a lot of quality factory loads out there.
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Whatever grips you decide on make sure that whatever speed loaders you buy will work with them. I use HKS speedloaders with the Pachmayer compact grips.
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I must also admit that my .357mag 4inch isn't for conceal carry. Mine is worn OWB when at home or working/walking the land. So I really don't load mine for two legged critters...since I have more of a chance running into the four legged type.
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Remington Golden Saber 125Gr JHP is my preference for all my snubs.
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I load my sp101 3" with remington golden sabres. Waterproof primer,good ballistics, readily available, and shoots where I aim it.
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First get a few boxes of .38s and get accustomed to the gun. Then start a selection process using various loads from .38s, (+P) and .357 loads until you find what is best for you relative to shootability and power. There is a wide choice from .38s to BB heavy .357 loads available.
Here's another vote for the Buffalo Bore 38 Special +P 158 Grain Lead Semi-Wadcutter Hollow Point Gas Check. Sure, you can carry .357 but this cartridge is pretty hard to beat. It provides nearly as much power and I find it 'slightly' easier to control.
Last edited by Saber; January 25th, 2011 at 06:42 PM.
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Same here......for my .357mag snubs though.Originally Posted by azchevy
My .38 snubs get Gold Dot SB's.
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If you choose 125 grains, go full strength, if you choose 158 grains go with something around 1000 fps. Actually the suggestions for the 38 spl +p loads are good advice. If you go that route, 158 grain SWC style bullets will do about as good as anything without the punishment of the 357 mags.
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My LGS stocks the Golden Saber for pretty much every caliber so I'll try some of that out in .357, my dad also has some Remington 125gr .38 Special +P SJHP that I can try out and see how I like them.
I might try some of the Buffalo Bore when I have some more disposable cash as it looks pretty good. When I do decide on it should I get the normal kind or the high velocity flavor?
The Buffalo Bore 38 Special +P 158 is currently the most powerful factory cartridge there is in .38+P as mentioned above.
However, I certainly wouldn’t start out with it. Perhaps a softer touch but with the same weight will be good for range work. Consider this: Winchester Super-X Ammunition 38 Special 158 Grain Lead Semi-Wadcutter Box of 50 count. Another option would be: DoubleTap 38 Special+P 158gr. SWC Hardcast 50rds.
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I carry .357 Magnum Gold Dot 158 grain JHPs in my SP101.
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I carry Golden Saber 125g .357 mag loads in my 640. They shoot well and aren't too punishing to shoot. In a small gun, stay away from the .357 hunting loads unless you really like punishment - darn things kill on one end and wound on the other. :)
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The SP 101 is a very strong revolver. If you are an experienced shooter feel free to carry whatever you like in 357. I find the Buffalo Bore 158 Gr. LSWCHP 38+P to be an excellent load for small framed revolvers. The Cor Box 357 DPX is right beside it in ballistic terms.
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