The Factor of Little of Either.

by Charles, Wednesday, October 24, 2012, 11:39 (4360 days ago) @ Sarge

I don't think there is any question that there are some handgun loads that are better than others. Lee has saved many lives with his Super-Vel loads and inspired the major ammo makers to gang up, duplicate his work and put his out of business.

That said, there is no magic bullet and I still follow Keith's counsel to use the biggest gun you can shoot well. The shoot well part is the key. A 38 Special WC or two in the right place is better than a hit on the margins with the bigger or better bullet.

Most of us can rattle out a cylinderful of wadcutters with the same speed and accuracy we can do the same with a 22. That in itself, is no little factor in this complex equation of good guy, gun, and bad guy.

My defense plan is rather simple. Keep a 45 at home and a 380 in the pocket. The 380 is loaded with Sundles's best stuff. A major part of my place is to be careful where I go, who I contact and stay alert at all times. Oh yes, I do keep a 40 S&W in the truck with several hicap mags.