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ammo fpi---is this right?

beantole
I have a 38 special. In looking to purchase ammo I see that SELLIER & BELLOT is listed as having a 151 fpi in wadcutter and 349 fpi in LRN. This seems to be a HUGE difference in power. These figures are from Sportsmans Guide. Is this accurate? Thanks.

Bruce
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  • richbug
    the wadcutter needs to be able to punch a hole in a sheet of paper, the other loads are for making something have a bad day. Mass off bullet x Velocity squared = energy

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  • beantole
    Well, now I understand. I just was unsure of the figures published because there was such a disparity for the rounds. OK, I'm sold on the
    LRN 38 special. Thanks much for the information.

    Bruce
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  • Iconoclast
    Beantole, if you are looking for a self-defense round, the 158gr RN is pretty damn poor, as - sadly - the widows of many LEOs can testify. If you are looking for practice ammo, it's fine. For self defense, especially in a .38, choose a load with a bullet which will perform better (most anything will).

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