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**Hwkeye** · 03-16-2008, 08:42 PM

Hey all,

I was wondering what your suggestions would be for a good defense load for a snubby revolver??? i have seen people use semi jacketed hollopoints, wadcutters as well as Gold Dot ammo for it. Anybody have any info on it??

Thanks guys!

-J

ichy_trigger · 03-16-2008, 08:45 PM

I load GoldDots in every defensive pistol that I own, including my snubby.

**Hwkeye** · 03-16-2008, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ichy_trigger

I load GoldDots in every defensive pistol that I own, including my snubby.

They are a good round, I hear that they were born with snubbies in mind???

jeepinbanditrider · 03-16-2008, 08:48 PM

SPEER makes "short barrel" defense ammo that is made specifically for short barrels. Has a wider mouth in the hollow point and a diffrent propellant from what I am able to gather to assist in terminal performance.

**Hwkeye** · 03-16-2008, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jeepinbanditrider

SPEER makes "short barrel" defense ammo that is made specifically for short barrels. Has a wider mouth in the hollow point and a diffrent propellant from what I am able to gather to assist in terminal performance.

Interesting!! Thanks for the info!

jeepinbanditrider · 03-16-2008, 08:55 PM

Check

Welcome to Ammunition To Go!

They sell 50 round boxes of defensive ammo and IIRC they carry "short barrel" Gold Dots.

**Hwkeye** · 03-16-2008, 08:59 PM

Ahhh.. yes... looks great!

fredj338 · 03-17-2008, 02:39 PM

I like the Speer 135grGDSB & the WW 145grSTHP. Recoil & blast are managable in a 2"-3" bbl. There is nothing wrong w/ the 38sp+p 158grLSWCHP either. Most snubs will give you close to 900fps w/ that load & it's very easy to shoot well & most likely to print POA v the lighter JHP.

Bree · 03-17-2008, 03:42 PM

Short barrel means less time for powder to burn and bring the bullet up to full velocity and energy. That means that cartridges with fast burning powders and the ability to penetrate deeply are highly desirable.

I put Corbon DPX in my short barrel handguns up to but not including .45 ACP caliber. The product is an outstanding performer for this application. I don't use it in my .45 because it penetrates too deeply... consistently exiting 16" gel blocks. I use other products that work better for .45 caliber handguns.

03-16-2008, 08:42 PM	#1
Hwkeye XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: N. Kentucky Posts: 1,379	Best Defensive ammo for a snubby?? Hey all, I was wondering what your suggestions would be for a good defense load for a snubby revolver??? i have seen people use semi jacketed hollopoints, wadcutters as well as Gold Dot ammo for it. Anybody have any info on it?? Thanks guys! -J __________________ -Justin *Glock 23* Winchester 1200- Customized Winchester 22-02 (Antique Family Heirloom) *Remington Single Shot 20 gauge (Antique Family Heirloom)*

03-16-2008, 08:45 PM	#2
ichy_trigger XDTalk 5K Member Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Dayton, Ohio Posts: 8,318	I load GoldDots in every defensive pistol that I own, including my snubby. __________________ "The person who has nothing for which he is willing to fight, nothing which is more important than his own personal safety, is a miserable creature and has no chance of being free unless made and kept so by the exertions of better men than himself." http://militarysignatures.com/signatures/member2645.png

03-16-2008, 08:48 PM	#4
jeepinbanditrider XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineral Wells, Tx Posts: 4,979	SPEER makes "short barrel" defense ammo that is made specifically for short barrels. Has a wider mouth in the hollow point and a diffrent propellant from what I am able to gather to assist in terminal performance. __________________ Stuff USPSA-A59201

03-16-2008, 08:55 PM	#6
jeepinbanditrider XDTalk 4K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Mineral Wells, Tx Posts: 4,979	Check Welcome to Ammunition To Go! They sell 50 round boxes of defensive ammo and IIRC they carry "short barrel" Gold Dots. __________________ Stuff USPSA-A59201

03-16-2008, 08:59 PM	#7
Hwkeye XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: N. Kentucky Posts: 1,379	Ahhh.. yes... looks great! __________________ -Justin *Glock 23* Winchester 1200- Customized Winchester 22-02 (Antique Family Heirloom) *Remington Single Shot 20 gauge (Antique Family Heirloom)*

03-17-2008, 02:39 PM	#8
fredj338 XDTalk 1K Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 1,452	I like the Speer 135grGDSB & the WW 145grSTHP. Recoil & blast are managable in a 2"-3" bbl. There is nothing wrong w/ the 38sp+p 158grLSWCHP either. Most snubs will give you close to 900fps w/ that load & it's very easy to shoot well & most likely to print POA v the lighter JHP. __________________ EVERY GOOD SHOOTER SHOULD BE A HANDLOADER!

03-17-2008, 03:42 PM	#9
Bree XDTalk 3K Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Buffalo, NY Posts: 3,517 Blog Entries: 5	Short barrel means less time for powder to burn and bring the bullet up to full velocity and energy. That means that cartridges with fast burning powders and the ability to penetrate deeply are highly desirable. I put Corbon DPX in my short barrel handguns up to but not including .45 ACP caliber. The product is an outstanding performer for this application. I don't use it in my .45 because it penetrates too deeply... consistently exiting 16" gel blocks. I use other products that work better for .45 caliber handguns. __________________ Shoot Straight and Ride Safe! Bree XD .45 Compact -- Ruger SP-101 .357 Mag. -- Keltec P3AT .380 Rock River Arms 20" Varmint A4 AR-15 w/4-16x56mm MilDot Ruger 10/22 Black Stainless Mossberg 590 Mariner 12 Ga w/Knoxx SpecOps Harley Davidson Dyna Wide Glide Patriot Guard Rider Iron Butt Association Member The 60's Can't Die As Long As I Won't Leave Them!! Life is Good. Life is Great! Get your Guns Now, Before it's Too Late!

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