I guess I’m looking for that “magic bullet” when their really isn’t one. I’ve been carry the 125 Grain Magnum loads off duty for so long that I think it’s a “Death Ray” when I know it’s not.

I Guess I just bought in to the marketing “hype”, but still, it’s a dang good round, the old 125 Grain JHP in .357 Magnum.

Biker

Norm from Alaska: Your terminology is better than mine. Thanks. I think we’re all on the same wavelength.

BikerRN: The 9BPLE load proved itself thoroughly over the years with Illinois State Police and Border Patrol, and to this day, with DeKalb County in the Atlanta area. I’m on tour in the Pacific Northwest at the moment, and Federal 9BPLE is what I have in the Glock 17 I’m carrying. The 124 grain Gold Dot +P and 127 grain Winchester Ranger +P+ at 1250 foot-seconds might have a slight edge on it in terms of the FBI protocol testing, but a 115 grain hollow point at 1300 can be expected to get you home at night.

Best to all,
Mas

Years ago I used to follow the writings of you and Evan Marshall in regards to guns and ammo, and based my choices on your writings and studies.

With all the different caliber/bullet choices out there I was wondering if you would do something similar online. I’m “corn-fuzzled” about what to select for my 9mm. I’m stuck between the 115 Grain CorBon DPX load and the old 9BPLE. The BPLE is easier for me to get. I’m also wondering how it compares to the Gold Dot 124 Grain +P load that NYPD uses?

Thanks Mas, and for all you’ve done in regards to self defense and gun rights. Take care and stay safe.

Biker