For those who choose to pursue game by handgun, a popular option is Barnes XPB, which is an all-copper bonded bullet. The XPB’s blend of all-copper construction and high antimony tin plating provides the basis for one of the industry’s most accurate and deadly hunting and self-defense bullets. Barnes patented X-Bullet technology yields a bonded, copper bullet with the same nose cavity as the XPB, but it has a uniform mushroom shape and greater weight retention. One of the toughest pistol bullets made, it effectively utilizes a hardened copper tin coating and polymer tip for positive expansion upon impact, heavy penetration and long-range ballistics. One of the most popular handgun hunting bullets, it’s also popular with outfitters for hunting dangerous game, due to its deep penetration and broad energy spectrum. For those who choose lead-free bullets in handguns, the XPB-CTR in .357 Magnum provides all the benefits of a lead-free bullet with increased penetration and greater energy delivery. The bullets are clean burning, anti-mony tipped, and they leave no residue in the barrel, the jacket or the target that typically clogs up with residue. Specifications for Barnes Bullets 30453 XPB 357 Mag .357 140 GR XPB 20 Box: Manufacturer: Barnes Bullet Type: Jacketed Hollow Point (JHP) Bullet Weight: 140 grain Sectional Density: 0.157 Caliber: .357 Caliber Bullet Quantity: 20 Bullet Country of Origin: USA Housing/Frame Material: Copper Fabric/Material: Copper Package Contents: Barnes Bullets 30453 XPB 357 Mag .357 140 GR XPB 20 Box
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I started by buying the factory loaded Barnes and Federal ammo with this bullet with the intent of reloading if satisfied. These bullets are designed for deep penetration and known for their accuracy. Qualities I was looking for in a round meant for protection against 4 legged Critters . Shooting out of a 3" revolver I obtained two inch groups at 25 yards so I bought the bullets and tested different loads based on Barnes data. I started light and worked up. First loads were dismal but as charge increased groups improved. I assume this is due to the long design of this bullet. Anyway, I am not yet at max loads and my last group was under two inches at 25 yards.