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Posted On: 5/10/2024
By: Fred
A: Thanks for reaching out Fred! Recoil energy is the product of four variables: muzzle velocity, firearm weight, bullet weight and propellant weight. Muzzle velocity is dependant on barrel length; I do not know the length of your pistol's barrel, just like I don't know how much it weighs. To complicate matters even further, the amount of recoil you perceive is totally subjective. It depends on your body weight, the strength of your hand and forearm, and the unique layout of your central nervous system. All of this is to say that I cannot accurately predict just how much recoil you will experience while firing this ammunition. But if I had to describe its recoil comparted to other 380 loads, I would say that it is average.
Posted On: 7/20/2021
By: Zack
A: No sir! 380 ACP (aka 380 Auto) will not work in a 38 Special revolver. They're two very different cartridges. Your Taurus can fire anything on this page right here:
luckygunner.com/handgun/38-special-ammo
Posted On: 9/24/2020
By: Richard Carter
A: Hello Richard! 380 Auto, 380 ACP, and 9x17 are all different names for the exact same cartridge. Your Bodyguard 380 will function correctly with 9x17.
Posted On: 9/25/2013
By: Lori
A: These 380 Auto (ACP) rounds from PMC are a good choice for older or modern pistols chambered in 380 Auto, including the Ruger LCP and similar pocket pistols. Our selection of PMC pistol ammunition is popular among shooters who frequent the range to break in a new gun or take a favorite out to the range again. All rounds are loaded with non corrosive ammunition components.