For those of you who carry a 38 Special, this is an excellent defensive load.
In 10% ordinance gelatin with 4 layers of denim and two of light cotton:
13.25" penetration
.57" expansion
Velocity: 1250fps / 4" Ruger GP-100
1.875" bbl S&W - 1125fps
Bullet: DT LEAD FREE Solid Copper Hollow Point
Muzzle Energy: 382 ft. lbs. 4"
305 ft. lbs. 1.875"
In 10% ordinance gelatin with 4 layers of denim and two of light cotton:
13.25" penetration
.57" expansion
Velocity: 1250fps / 4" Ruger GP-100
1.875" bbl S&W - 1125fps
Bullet: DT LEAD FREE Solid Copper Hollow Point
Muzzle Energy: 382 ft. lbs. 4"
305 ft. lbs. 1.875"