Lucas Jones on November 22, 2025 11:25 am While I respect the data, practical factors like recoil and shooter comfort can’t be ignored when selecting a caliber. Reply
Lucas Davis on November 22, 2025 11:58 am Absolutely. The most ‘deadly’ caliber is only effective if it’s manageable for the user. Reply
Elizabeth Williams on November 22, 2025 11:25 am Revolvers are making a comeback, and guides like this help enthusiasts make informed choices. Reply
Robert Z. Garcia on November 22, 2025 11:26 am Would be great to see how these calibers perform in actual defensive situations, not just controlled tests. Reply
Amelia O. Jones on November 22, 2025 11:27 am The science behind bullet expansion and energy transfer is what makes these comparisons so compelling. Reply
Lucas Moore on November 22, 2025 12:06 pm And why ballistics testing is such an important part of ammunition development. Reply
Linda C. Lee on November 22, 2025 11:33 am I’d love to see a follow-up comparing these calibers in different firing scenarios, like defensive vs. long-range. Reply
Elijah Brown on November 22, 2025 11:34 am I’m curious—how did the testing methodology ensure consistent results across different calibers? Reply
Mary Brown on November 22, 2025 12:35 pm Great question. Proper testing would involve controlled conditions and standardized targets. Reply
Noah Y. Brown on November 22, 2025 11:35 am Interesting take on revolver calibers. The number one might actually surprise some people who thought they knew it all about handgun ammo. Reply
Mary Garcia on November 22, 2025 11:45 am The science behind terminal ballistics is always fascinating to dive into. Reply
Michael Rodriguez on November 22, 2025 11:54 am Agreed, especially considering traditional favorites like .44 Magnum or .357. Reply
Elijah Johnson on November 22, 2025 11:36 am Skeptical about the #1 pick. Some of the ‘deadlier’ lesser-known calibers might disappoint in field performance. Reply
Isabella Miller on November 22, 2025 12:26 pm Fair point—hype can sometimes overshadow practical reliability. Reply
Jennifer Martinez on November 22, 2025 11:37 am While the list is interesting, it’s worth noting that shooter proficiency often matters more than caliber. Reply
William Thompson on November 22, 2025 11:38 am Shocking or not, this kind of debate is why handgun enthusiasts keep revisiting terminal performance metrics. Reply
William Brown on November 22, 2025 12:11 pm It’s all part of the never-ending quest for the ‘perfect’ self-defense round. Reply
Oliver A. Jackson on November 22, 2025 11:39 am Not all calibers are created equal, and this video illustrates why some reign supreme in certain applications. Reply
Lucas Thompson on November 22, 2025 12:14 pm Especially when considering real-world stopping power requirements. Reply
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While I respect the data, practical factors like recoil and shooter comfort can’t be ignored when selecting a caliber.
Absolutely. The most ‘deadly’ caliber is only effective if it’s manageable for the user.
Revolvers are making a comeback, and guides like this help enthusiasts make informed choices.
Would be great to see how these calibers perform in actual defensive situations, not just controlled tests.
The science behind bullet expansion and energy transfer is what makes these comparisons so compelling.
And why ballistics testing is such an important part of ammunition development.
I’d love to see a follow-up comparing these calibers in different firing scenarios, like defensive vs. long-range.
I’m curious—how did the testing methodology ensure consistent results across different calibers?
Great question. Proper testing would involve controlled conditions and standardized targets.
Interesting take on revolver calibers. The number one might actually surprise some people who thought they knew it all about handgun ammo.
The science behind terminal ballistics is always fascinating to dive into.
Agreed, especially considering traditional favorites like .44 Magnum or .357.
Skeptical about the #1 pick. Some of the ‘deadlier’ lesser-known calibers might disappoint in field performance.
Fair point—hype can sometimes overshadow practical reliability.
While the list is interesting, it’s worth noting that shooter proficiency often matters more than caliber.
Shocking or not, this kind of debate is why handgun enthusiasts keep revisiting terminal performance metrics.
It’s all part of the never-ending quest for the ‘perfect’ self-defense round.
Not all calibers are created equal, and this video illustrates why some reign supreme in certain applications.
Especially when considering real-world stopping power requirements.