Semi-auto .357 handgun, worth it, or get a .45?
Any thoughts?
Semi-auto .357 handgun, worth it, or get a .45?
Any thoughts?
Ehhhhh... What's it for? Just to ring steel? Self-defense? Flexing on IG?
Need more data.
Hi, Harry. Your question is far too vague for anyone to be able to guess at an answer.
Elements that should factor into your decision would be:
1-your experience with shooting in general, and handguns specifically
2-your use case for this firearm
3-your access to/ability to make ammunition
Then and only then does the specific handgun and its caliber come into play, whereas you only provided for consideration two different calibers in your post. No adequate answer or advice can be given to the question “Should I get a .357 or a .45?” without additional background.
.357 Sig? No, not worth it.
.357 Magnum? The Coonan is a neat 'fun gun' but I probably use it for anything serious.
Sorta around sometimes for some of your shitty mod needs.
.357 Magnum Semi-Auto-Which one?? They're a bit of a snowflake; if you're fixated on .357 magnum performance and ballistics, just get a 10 mm semi-auto
.357 SIG-Which one? With many, you can simply get a .40, and then get a .357 SIG barrel for it and have immediate interchangability.
Best, Jon
I wouldn't get into either of these calibers with a new handgun starting today, unless I had a specific reason. Collector, handgun hunting, tired of all 9mm's and want something different, etc. Would help to have context on your planned use.Originally Posted by Harry_huge
If you decide to go this way, I don't believe you'll have as much success finding a reliable semiauto platform in .357 magnum. Whereas there are plenty of good options for .45 acp. Top of mind options would be 1911 (the usual suspect makes), H&K, M&P (I'm referring to the full and mid-size that I owned in the past, can't vouch for the Shields).
I dislike having extra calibers if I have no good use for them. I’ve eliminated .45 and .40 for that reason. Unfortunately, a few new calibers have crept in: .300 BLK and .300 PRC, but at least they add functionality.
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If one wants to go traditional, try a .38 Super.
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Like .357 the revolver cartridge or .357 SIG ?
For what purpose ? Mission drives gear section.
If I was in the market for a 35 caliber that was not a 9mm, I would get a .38 Super, as you can load it up to some pretty impressive levels.
If you really want to hot-rod, the 9x25 Dillon in a Glock is an option, which is a 10mm necked down to a 9mm that can run a 125 grain projectile at around 1700 FPS.
That is faster than some factory .357 loads.
I would not choose a semi auto chambered in a .357.
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