The Accurate Reloading Forums
Best defense load for my S&W M&P .40?

This topic can be found at:
https://forums.accuratereloading.com/eve/forums/a/tpc/f/6011036801/m/4321065911

29 October 2009, 13:24
S&W-Varminator
Best defense load for my S&W M&P .40?
I tried the Golden Saber bullet made by Remington, and when i tested it, the core separated from the jacket just by going through water and cardboard with a trash bag liner.
I know they will work well enough for now but does anyone out there have a bullet they have tested and really liked???


"Those who hammer their guns into plows will plow for those who don't"
-Thomas Jefferson

Semper Fidelis
30 October 2009, 00:38
p dog shooter
The 165 gr golden saber is one of the top rated 40 cals out there. If you don't want a bullet that comes apart. Winchester and hornaday both have a bonded core bullet out there. I carry the 165 golden sabers they are a great bullet.
30 October 2009, 01:06
impala#03
I use Gold Dots in my 380, 40 S & W, and 45. I have not had to shoot a human yet, but that is what they are for.
30 October 2009, 01:51
jetdrvr
quote:
Originally posted by impala#03:
I use Gold Dots in my 380, 40 S & W, and 45. I have not had to shoot a human yet, but that is what they are for.


Yeah, me, too, in .38, 357 Sig and .45 ACP.
31 October 2009, 13:08
Wm.S.Ladd
185 gr. JHP Rem. in 45 ACP loaded +P w/ HS-6.
01 November 2009, 04:46
rigs
I use the 165 grain Federal Hydra Shok. We did some penetration tests with them where I work and they held up very well. I should also note that I live in a cold weather area and we did some shooting through heavy clothing and they expanded "most" of the time when shot through a winter jacket.
10 November 2009, 23:34
mete
The best of them is Corbon DPX [Barnes bullet].
It's hard to find a bad load except 'reduced recoil' loads. So take your pick. I like a 155 since it has the same trajectery as a 9mm.
26 December 2009, 17:33
Bob in TX
Ditto for the Gold Dots. There is a reason so many police forces carry them, including our State Troopers here in Texas.

.380, .38, .357, 9mm, .40

Bob


There is room for all of God's creatures....right next to the mashed potatoes.
http://texaspredatorposse.ipbhost.com/
02 January 2010, 05:45
Woodrow S
Gold Dots in 38Special/357mag and original Black Talons in 45ACP, 40 S&W and 10mm auto. All factory loads. Don't need the additional risk of legal crap with handloaded ammo.
03 January 2010, 01:02
M4Finny
quote:
Originally posted by impala#03:
I use Gold Dots in my 380, 40 S & W, and 45. I have not had to shoot a human yet, but that is what they are for.


+1 for Speer Gold Dots.


Psalm 109:8 "Let his days be few; And let another take his office."
13 January 2010, 22:52
Badley
Our agency requires us to carry golden sabers.