.380 SD ammo... FMJ or JHP? - Page 3

Superhouse 15 · July 17th, 2009, 03:09 PM

I have heard mixing ammo in one magazine called "Dutch loading". No agency I know of allows it, and I can't see how anyone could keep track of what round is up next in the magazine once the lead starts flying. Pick a good load and stick with it.

10thmtn · July 17th, 2009, 08:07 PM

Is Buffalo Bore ammo in .380 within SAAMI specs? They load their ammo hot, and as I understand it, there is no such thing as "+P" .380 ammo.

Would hate to have the gun blow up on you!

cmb · July 17th, 2009, 09:07 PM

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SEAL CJG · July 18th, 2009, 01:33 AM

During the summer and early fall months, carry Hornady CD or Speer Gold Dot. When the cold gets around to your area, FMJ of your choice. As far as stopping someone with a .380, the groin and the face are adequately the same size for most bodies, so if you have the chance, take either-or

chiefrcd · July 18th, 2009, 02:15 AM

Well, I'm not sure if I was carrying on duty I'd "dutch" load either, however since I'm carrying for my personal defense, I really don't give a hoot as to what's up next. I'm going to shoot until they stop. I figure that I have the best of both worlds...penetration and expansion. As far as +P in 380, nothing recognized that I know of. I've been shooting it for some time, don't see any adverse effects. 232 are fairly robust and large for a .380. Pick what makes YOU happy.

gottabkiddin · July 29th, 2009, 12:31 PM

Allot of talk about the .380 not being an effective defensive round.

My take on it's simple. If he's worth one round he's worth the whole Mag, and if he's still comin after that, he'll get the other two as well! I use this theory no matter what caliber I'm carrying.

vn6869 · July 29th, 2009, 05:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by gottabkiddin

Allot of talk about the .380 not being an effective defensive round.

My take on it's simple. If he's worth one round he's worth the whole Mag, and if he's still comin after that, he'll get the other two as well! I use this theory no matter what caliber I'm carrying.

I'll buy that.

As for "dutch" loading, if you double tap you'll be using both on the same BG.

EW3 · July 29th, 2009, 07:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Superhouse 15

I have heard mixing ammo in one magazine called "Dutch loading". No agency I know of allows it, and I can't see how anyone could keep track of what round is up next in the magazine once the lead starts flying. Pick a good load and stick with it.

I will go on the record to say I'm NOT for this at all. I'd be interested to see if this actually helps cause jams.

My .380's have all Golden Sabers loaded. No mixing and matching.

chiefrcd · July 29th, 2009, 10:34 PM

I'll go on record too, I've not had a single failure to feed, stove pipe or any malfunction what so ever with the Sig 232 and I've been shooting it and carrying it for three years. I've probably put several thousand rounds of FMJ and HP ammo. Just about every brand out there, not a single issue. So, to each his own. Just make sure it works in your gun.....sure works well in mine.

You might want to check out this:http://www.goldenloki.com/ammo/gel/380acp/gel380acp.htm

July 17th, 2009, 08:07 PM	#22
10thmtn Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: USA Posts: 666	Is Buffalo Bore ammo in .380 within SAAMI specs? They load their ammo hot, and as I understand it, there is no such thing as "+P" .380 ammo. Would hate to have the gun blow up on you! __________________ The People ARE the Militia, and have a DUTY (not just a right) to be both armed and proficient in the use of said arms. Ex-Army officer; Hurricane Andrew Relief, FL, 1992; Operation Restore Hope, Somalia, 1993 NRA Life Member; Range Safety Officer Glock 26, CT Laserguard, Smartcarry

July 18th, 2009, 01:33 AM	#24
SEAL CJG New Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Trier Posts: 6	During the summer and early fall months, carry Hornady CD or Speer Gold Dot. When the cold gets around to your area, FMJ of your choice. As far as stopping someone with a .380, the groin and the face are adequately the same size for most bodies, so if you have the chance, take either-or __________________ Out of Ammo? Think of how many grains the gun itself weighs

July 18th, 2009, 02:15 AM	#25
chiefrcd Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 130	Well, I'm not sure if I was carrying on duty I'd "dutch" load either, however since I'm carrying for my personal defense, I really don't give a hoot as to what's up next. I'm going to shoot until they stop. I figure that I have the best of both worlds...penetration and expansion. As far as +P in 380, nothing recognized that I know of. I've been shooting it for some time, don't see any adverse effects. 232 are fairly robust and large for a .380. Pick what makes YOU happy. __________________ Have Gun ~ Will Carry S-Safety M-Motivation A-Awareness R-Responsibility T-Training

July 29th, 2009, 12:31 PM	#26
gottabkiddin Distinguished Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Earth, 33°46'18.21"N 84°23'21.87"W Posts: 1,365	Allot of talk about the .380 not being an effective defensive round. My take on it's simple. If he's worth one round he's worth the whole Mag, and if he's still comin after that, he'll get the other two as well! I use this theory no matter what caliber I'm carrying. __________________ When seconds count, a Cop is only minutes away. Never hit anyone in anger unless you're sure you can get away with it. "Russell Ziskey" Glock 36, Kahr CW9, Glock 23, Taurus 24 7 Pro DS, Ruger LCP, S&W 642...ect

July 29th, 2009, 10:34 PM	#29
chiefrcd Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Virginia Posts: 130	I'll go on record too, I've not had a single failure to feed, stove pipe or any malfunction what so ever with the Sig 232 and I've been shooting it and carrying it for three years. I've probably put several thousand rounds of FMJ and HP ammo. Just about every brand out there, not a single issue. So, to each his own. Just make sure it works in your gun.....sure works well in mine. You might want to check out this:http://www.goldenloki.com/ammo/gel/380acp/gel380acp.htm __________________ Have Gun ~ Will Carry S-Safety M-Motivation A-Awareness R-Responsibility T-Training

July 17th, 2009, 03:09 PM	#21
Superhouse 15 Distinguished Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Florida Posts: 1,509	I have heard mixing ammo in one magazine called "Dutch loading". No agency I know of allows it, and I can't see how anyone could keep track of what round is up next in the magazine once the lead starts flying. Pick a good load and stick with it.

July 17th, 2009, 09:07 PM	#23
cmb Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: florida Posts: 376	I thought about this today to add, i am sure others know but check out mouseguns on the web there is alot of info and boxotruth online also, they test mouse guns good read...

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