Double Magnum! .357 Mag vs .327 Mag Ballistic Gel Test With The Taurus 605 and 327!

[@jw-sigp2258]

Please keep this .327 vs .357 thing going. Can’t wait to see more of this

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👍

[@jamespugh]

Agreed 👍 JW-SigP225

[@gonzob9609]

@@ToolsandTargets Like to see the 104 gr HST vs the 357

[@MarineBiker]

I think the extra round in the 327 was the deciding factor for me. Ruger SP101 3" excellent carry gun.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Very true.😎👍

[@barrydraper]

Nice!!! I've got the little 605 (.357) in matte stainless. Rarely ever shoot it. But I'd never sell it.

[@joehebert901]

Great video. I'm very impressed with the .327 Federal magnum. I think it is one of the best self-defense rounds out there.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I was pretty impressed with it myself.

[@Roboticdoughbull3k]

Pretty darn good but I'll stick with my 357 3". She does not play well with others. I keeper in the hanger and let that bitch eat all the Mr nasty she can handle. Stay safe y'all✌️

[@josephpacchetti5997]

The .327 Was Impressive, Thanks For The Test. 👍 🇺🇸

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate you checkin it out, brother!

[@MrBuckeye63]

I own both LCR357 & LCR327 Great revolvers… Both these revolvers have selling points 357 … the ability to use 38spl 327 ….the ability to use 32 H&R & 32 long For self defense purposes in a snubbie the 327 is my favorite..due to similar energy levels with less recoil…

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yessir. The .327 is a potent round.

[@SNIPER_NO_SNIPING]

We need some more of this 357 testing.

[@joemokrzycki2006]

The 327 fared better than I thought it would

[@ToolsandTargets]

Same here.

[@shadowwolf2524]

I've always liked the various 32 caliber handguns. Revolvers and autos. I've owned and carried many over the years. The 1st centerfire revolver I ever owned was a very old, very worn, very out of time- Iver Johnson-32 S&W short, 5 shot top break. It had been nickel plated at one time. I was 17 and had some extra hayfield $ to spend. I bought the gun from my best friend for $20. It had been his grandpa's. He included a handful of green coated rounds with it. My girlfriend bought me a nice leather holster for it. And she "liberated" a box of 32 ACP FMJ from her Dad and gave that to me. And it did in fact fire those just fine ! Lol ! They were my plus P loads for it ! Boy, I'm so lucky that revolver didn't blow up in my face ! Thankfully, I only shot 5 or 6 of those ACP's through it. I carried that ole gun around our farm and honestly, just about everywhere I went. Back then, in my rural area, it was accepted and alot of us young guys carried rifles, shotguns and handguns. Just much different times. And if we did have a fight, no one even thought about pulling a gun or knife. Didn't aim to rant. Good video like always Tools ! I appreciate all the time and effort you put into your channel !

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice! Appreciate you!😎👊

[@shadowwolf2524]

@@ToolsandTargets I just ordered a set of Sile plastic- rubber grips for my 642 S&W 38 Special revolver. These grips were very popular during the 70's -80's. I've never had a set of them. I've currently got the original factory skinny checkered wood grips on her. They look good, but ain't much to hang on to. And I'm going out here in awhile to check on ammo supply and price at my local gunshops. But I ain't buying a 50 AE Desert Eagle ! 😆. It was fun watching you shoot yours !

[@scottodonahoe9505]

Before watching your channel I wasn't even aware that there was such a round as 327 .

[@ToolsandTargets]

I wasn't until I started studying up on that .30 Super carry.

[@justpray365]

I had a 327 in a 63 Chevrolet Impala.

[@The_Conspiracy_Analyst]

I still think of the Small Block Chevy motor when I hear it

[@krazyrican2009]

Spectacular test!! You got me thinking about getting a 327.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@jamestboehm6450]

327 and hard cast 115gr swc is what my Ruger Single Seven with 7 1/2 bbl are all I shoot unless I get a box of factory. She turns up just about 1400 fps. More than adequate for most needs. My only complaint of the 32'7 is noise, she is a loud little beast.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice.😎

[@steelpunisher6944]

Both were very impressive out of 2 barrels. But that 327 really surprised me. Beautiful looking expansion and deep penetration. Awesome stuff as always my friend 👍🇺🇸

[@ToolsandTargets]

Surprised me too.👍

[@dannyhardesty3692]

Great video! Another KZbinr tested the .327 magnum 100 grain Speer Gold Dots out of an LCR. Averaged 1398 feet per second and 434 foot pounds of energy at the muzzle. Super-impressed!

[@santodelasanto677]

Love that Hammer Down bonded ammo performance! Both the .327 and the .357 did great in the jelly, but the difference in the bullet was evident. I was considering buying a lever gun to go with my .357 revolver, could only imagine the damage in the jelly from a rifle barrel. Again, another great video. Keep ‘‘em coming!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. The bonded bullet was definitely a performer.

[@jamescalhoun4588]

@@ToolsandTargets please 357 mag rifle and revolver hammer down projectiles !!!

[@haroldhatcher1239]

My choice between these two rounds is the 327 I think your right about the 357 would have been better with a better defensive round. The 327 did impress me. I didn’t think it it be that good. I would use the 327 for self defense based on this test. I have my S&W 640 loaded with Hornady Critical Defense 38 special instead of a 357 round. I prefer less recoil for faster follow up shots. Thank You for another great video Tools

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. It definitely impressed me.

[@greybeard277]

That 327 surprised me how well it did. Good test my friend, thanks.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👍

[@slickdazzler7330]

I kinda like that 327. I wouldn't have any reservations in packing either of those pistols tho. Both do a great job. 357 does have the most ammo choices.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yeah, much easier to get the .357 ammo.

[@jerroldkazynski5480]

The revolver can shoot the 32 Auto (small rim), 32 short (if you can find it), 32 long, 32 Hornady and 327 Federal rounds for variety. If you can find any in 2022.

[@elblancobasura]

"Two versus five Jelly Time!!!"- Thanks for the tests. Happy your channel is around.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate the support!😎👊

[@chrisgabbert658]

This is the second time for the 327 today and 19” penetration tho the other was a hand load. 👍😊

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice.

[@hoffpbass]

that 327 is cool. At 127gr and that velocity seems better to compare to a nice 124gr 9mm. But the 327 might be getting better penetration.

[@ToolsandTargets]

It definitely surprised me.

[@acid6urns]

a 327 mag is SIGNIFICANTLY more powerful than a 9mm. you’re looking at at least 420 ft lbs of energy, and with hotter loads you’re approaching closer to 500. if you move up to a longer revolver barrel you’re approaching over 600 ft lbs with 327

[@leederby136]

I still like the standard .357 because that’s what I have, but both were impressive 🙂

[@ToolsandTargets]

.357 is a stopper for sure.

[@SilenceDoGood4th]

I just picked up a Taurus 605 defender in the titanium cerakote and wooden Altamonte grips and it's sweet!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice. I think they're great revolvers.😎👍

[@ianfralen4838]

Another cool video. I love the.357 round. Saving up for a new make 2020 python. Something to look forward to!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice! I saw an ad for one of those the other day and made me wanna get one.😆

[@ianfralen4838]

@@ToolsandTargets let the inhibitions flow through you. 😄 Even as a frugal guy I can't say no to something that pretty. I vote yes.

[@anthonyguidas2012]

Gotta hand it to that 327 magnum, it might have been made for lever rifles but it looks like it works just fine in a snub revolver, I like it 👍

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yeah, I was pretty impressed with it.

[@billblack7605]

I watched your videos to make my decision to buy the Taurus 357. I got it a couple of days ago it Performs perfectly. Your videos are very informative and fun to watch thank you.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. I actually picked up another one a couple weeks ago just because it was in stock and I didn't have a black one yet.😆

[@davidjernigan8161]

That bullet Federal used performed really well considering the round is designed for a carbine. It would be interesting to see how it works in a carbine.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Definitely

[@JohnLloydScharf]

ABSOLUTELY GREAT CHOICE! My 24/7 carry is .327 with this barrel length. Sometimes this sidearm is almost 4 feet away from me in the tub or on the toilet.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I was impressed.😎👍

[@TheCharlesAtoz]

I love the 327 Fed Mag, especially because there are several other rounds that aren't quite as obnoxious- 32 H&R magnum. This will be my carry round, Buffalo Bore!!

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👍

[@williamhuffer6954]

The 327 or the 32 is on my bucket list. I want it in a single action Ruger .. Great video.. long live the jelly man. Maryland checking in

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice.😎

[@brandoncollins3851]

Great video! I have the 605 & just ordered the same grips you have on yours. I’m now wanting a 327!! Keep up the ballistic testing & the great videos!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. I love these grips.👍

[@maximaxi1731]

327 is pretty available online right now. I have the Ruger LCR 327 magnum and the 357 LCRX. Both awesome. I like the extra round of the 327 magnum though.

[@noahmercy-mann4323]

Surprising results. I'm a fan of both cartridges, and with the 327 Federal, I have always preferred a heavier bullet (115 grain Gold Dot). As to that Hornady 357 ammo...if it came apart that dramatically from a snubby, one wonders if it would perform well on a deer when pushed 300-400 FPS faster from a rifle. Suspect you'd be picking out pieces of lead and gilding metal from your meat...

[@ToolsandTargets]

I was thinking the same thing. I might have to test it in the gel using my 1873 rifle.

[@noahmercy-mann4323]

@@ToolsandTargets Love to see that...I'll get the popcorn ready!

[@MidWesternShootingEnthusiast]

I’ve looked at that .327 Hammer Down at the local Dunham’s before, I hesitated on buying it since I have a Ruger Single Seven with a 5.5” barrel. Looks like I’ll have to pick up a box or two of it. It looks a lot like a HST once it expanded.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yessir. I was pretty impressed. I think It would do great from that barrel length.

[@327SixShooter]

The gun I carry the most often is a .327. The recoil had to be pretty bad from that load. And i'm not sure I would want to shoot that out of my ruger lcr lol. The taurus you are using is 22 ounces. The lcr is only 17. I usually stick with the federal hst 100 grain .327 load or the buffalo bore jhp one. They are still reasonably powerful (gets you about what a high end 9mm +P will give you) and the recoil on those loads is still very manageable and you can get follow up shots reasonably quick. But I love the .327 because of its extra round of capacity and its versatility. My wife is very small and can't handle much recoil at all, however she can carry my ruger lcr loaded with buffalo bore .32 S&W long hardcast lead wadcutters 100 grain. She won't get expansion with that load, but it still gets 16 inches of penetration in ballistics gel and the recoil is like a .22 magnum with that load.

[@ToolsandTargets]

It was definitely some hot stuff.😆

[@dhamilton201]

@327SixShooter Good to know. Thinking about a small revolver for my wife, just for ease of use and reliability. Do you think you're loosing much power running the 32 S&W Long HC, when compared to 327?

[@327SixShooter]

@@dhamilton201 sorry it took me a while to respond, but i've carried the s&w long hc. I feel like it can get the job done if you get good center mass hits like any other caliber. That is no ordinary .32 s&w long load though. I would guess that the pressures are more approaching .32 h&r magnum levels in energy. It gets 15 to 16 inches of penetration in ballistics gel after passing through 4 layers of denim. That is absolutely ideal. But with all that said, would I rather my wife carry .327 fed mag? Of course. You should carry the most powerful caliber that you can be effective with. Effective as in getting hits quickly on target accurately. My wife cannot be effective with .327 fed mag. It's out of the question. Hell it's a lot for even me to handle out of a gun as small and light as the ruger lcr, which is why I sometimes go back and forth between carrying .32 long hc wadcutters and .32 h&r mag as well as .327 fed mag. Having a more powerful round means jack if you miss your target. But .32 long with the right load is in the recoil class of .22 mag and .32 acp. And I would take it any day over those calibers. I think it's an effective load for self defense that isnt gonna scare you with the blast or flinch, but at the same time is gonna be effective on the target.

[@michaelturner4680]

Thanks!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Appreciate that!😎👊

[@billdye3530]

Impressed with the 327 Hammer down round out of a short barrel. It stayed together. The grooves on the G10 grips are rough on people with wimpy hands. 😆 I found out after I retired & grew a set from not working. Especially if on blood thinner. ✋ ouch. Both are great revolvers but 38/357 ammo is easier to find. Thanks.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😆😆😆

[@billdye3530]

@@ToolsandTargets Really proved those earplugs worked well after shooting those 2 noise makers. Imagine either one being used in a hallway at home in the middle of the night without hearing protection. Might be deaf & half blind but still be alive. 👍 👌

[@ToolsandTargets]

@@billdye3530 Yeah that would not be pleasant.😲

[@dimitriosxenikakis7558]

That 327 did surprise me for sure, I never really looked at it with much love 🧐 but that’s about to change. Now that 357 lever revolution round! I have seen it tested out of a lever action rifle and it’s doing I even worse,it fragment it so much that you could not even called it a bullet at the and.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I can imagine it's like a little grenade.😆

[@marcthomas2482]

This was a great test Tools! I've been carrying my .327 since I got it and I'm confident (even more now) that it can handle the job. I'm still going to try for a 3 inch .357 too, just 'cause I want to! I do like that new set of grips, going to have to look into those. Thanks brother!

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@jamespugh]

Yea Marc ur 32 nut u got awesome collection of 32s

[@davidjernigan8161]

That 327 is doing as good or better than a lot of 9 mm 124 grain loads.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yessir

[@terrell48]

The 327 Fed Mag is an awesome CCW revolver I have a Ruger lcrx and a S&w performance center 3” j frame and definitely prefer the Ruger as the S&W is painful to shoot both are preferred over 357 or 38’s due to 6 shots over 5

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yessir. It's a good one. Just a shame ammo is nearly impossible to find.

[@juanroldan4379]

Those 327s looked pretty good. You're making me wanna buy a 327 mag.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I love the rounds. Just a shame it's so hard to find at a decent price.

[@juanroldan4379]

@@ToolsandTargets I was impressed by both the performance of this round. I would not mind at all carrying it for self defense. Thank you for the videos and your response.

[@MitchC357]

I would pick the .357 because I like the caliber along with the various 38 specials available.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Definitely a plus.👍

[@ramonesparza8707]

Excellent review. Looking at the taurus 327 offering with 6 rd capacity. Thanks again

[@ronaldbarnes8302]

Nice performance by both rounds, not up to 9mm levels which will blow the lung out of the body. The 327 really impressed, and the 357 always does. Never minded the secondary pieces coming off and creating new wound channels particularly with the awesome penetration. Thanks for sharing Tools!

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@acid6urns]

i hope you don’t actually think 9mm blows lungs out.

[@ronaldbarnes8302]

@@acid6urns I don’t. Just quoting our president.

[@bgro555]

My 357 days are over and 327 days will be starting soon! Thanks for the smooth handle tip.

[@murphymmc]

When I saw the velocities, I figured it was going to be a close, interesting test. Impressive out of a 2" barrel. The .327 was the winner in this one. .357 was a disappointing bullet. It would surely do the job, over penetration could be a concern unless you've set up a "Quigley".

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👍

[@JohnLloydScharf]

@@ToolsandTargets I really feel good about buying that hammer down stuff. I was a bit worried as they like to use that in the .327 rifle.

[@ronaldgarvie9661]

Great looking test out of both of them, keep up the great videos, tools.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@bitdancer1005]

Thank you for the effort. I was surprised by the .327 Federal round performance. I am interested in more .327 Federal Magnum testing. Again, thanks!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate you checkin it out!

[@chretired]

Great test video T&T. It would be interesting to see a defensive .357/.327 comparison. The penetration for both was excellent. Fragmenting can in some cases can have nasty effects on the target. I'm going to lean toward the .357 simply because the ammo is easier to find. But either one of those firearms would definitely do the job if called on. Have a great weekend, be safe and keep the faith.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. .357 is definitely a performer.😎👍

[@dennisbellinger333]

Very impressive performance on that 327 federal magnum! Thanks for the video.

[@mrmann44]

Was there a noticeable difference in recoil? If so, tell us about it.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Very little but maybe a little less "heavy" feeling on the .327.

[@kenworland1865]

They both had some serious boogie!!! Impressive! 👊👍

[@ToolsandTargets]

Mhmm

[@kevinwixson4405]

For some reason, I just now watched this video from last year. I loaded some of those FTX bullets for my 357 mag. I loaded them as hot as I possibly could and still maintain safe pressures, and I can not get them to expand shooting them out of my 4" 686!! I've tried water jugs, I've tried sopping wet paper, and I've even tried some wet mud!! Nothing! It'll knock the red tip off and deform the nose just slightly!! I'm sure it is because I'm shooting them out of a 4" revolver instead of a rifle length barrel!! Keep up the good work!!

[@Dwayne7834]

327 was impressive even though the 357 did good. . They definitely some different in the construction of the two rounds. Good video thanks.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@garygates5679]

I HAVE WONDERED HOW THEY WOULD STACK UP....!!!! 40, 357, 44 LOVE THEM ALL ...!!!!!! THANK YOU TOOL FOR THIS GREAT VIDEO...!!!!!! YOU ALWAYS KNOCK IT OUT THE PARK WITH YOUR VIDEOS.....!!!!!!!! THANKS AGAIN ...!!!!! DOUBLE G. HERE....!!!!!!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you as always, brother!😎👊

[@garygates5679]

@@ToolsandTargets I ALWAYS LOOK FORWARD TO THE NEXT VIDEO ...!!!! DOUBLE G. HERE...!!!!!!!

[@billdubois5223]

Another great jelly test Brotha ..

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@Brykk]

These are both really good looking on performance. I still want to pick up a box of these 357’s to try using for reloads. I really think they will be good with speedloaders with their pointed noses.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👍

[@Dave_Nichols]

still interested in a .327, cant find one in stock where I live.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I had to order this one.

[@duncanomalley5370]

I’m gonna pause the video right here at the beginning and say that I will be really surprised if the Lever Evolutions perform well. Ever video I’ve seen with those they expand weird. So let’s see if they still do.

[@ToolsandTargets]

You called it.👍

[@randalbigirvirvin1153]

The 327 is definitely impressive. Looks like it would be a good defensive round even though it's not meant to be.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yep. I was surprised.

[@yuvgotubekidding]

Not a lot of .327 talk or testing out there. Keep a look out for more especially handgun loads. Would be a nice comparison test. 2 vs 5 😄 Once looked at a Beretta APX in a shop. The front and rear backstrap was so aggressive it actually hurt my hand to grip it so I know what you mean about the G10s. Been retired a few years so I no longer have calluses on my hands. 😁👍🇺🇸👊

[@ToolsandTargets]

They would eat your palms up.😆😆😆

[@TPaine1776]

I too got rid of the grooved grips on my 605 as well. I went with the Hogue grips, much better now.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@CarolinaRimfire]

I wouldn’t want to hunt with that .357 … not with all that fragmentation. Not a bad round for a backpacking gun though.

[@ToolsandTargets]

It sure did come apart.

[@earlmorrison8163]

Great test !!! Thanks for the video !!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.

[@prestoncoll876]

That 327 performs good but finding ammo out in AZ is like getting pictures of bigfoot.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Same here.

[@josephhughart3509]

Great video! Thanks for testing these two cartridges. I have Ruger LCRs and SP101s in .327 and .357. Defensive cartridges for .327 snub revolvers range from 85 to 100 grain bullets, and a popular .357 snub bullet weight is 125 grains. Would love to see a Tools and Targets head-to-head test of those. Thanks again for a great video!

[@larryg.overton2951]

Gotta admit that I knew before watching this one that I'd come out favoring the 357. I've never really considered getting a revolver chambered for .327 mag. The 357 is more versatile, and you have more revolver models to choose from. But that was some great penetration and wound channel from both rounds. As always, I enjoyed your ballistic gel test. You've pretty much set the standard for what range/gel tests should look like, AFAIC.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that! A .357 is a nasty round for sure.👍

[@ArchetypeofMan]

I love my .327 Fed Mag. I carry it in a Ruger LCRx with 100 grain Speer Gold Dots.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice. I think it's a very cool round. I need to do some more testing with this one.

[@rob6850]

Very interested to see the .327 testing! If it's not against YT law, any info/insight on your handloads would be interesting, when you get around to making that video.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👍

[@thatsmytwocents4372]

Almost bought a .327 sp101 several years ago. Bought a G32 instead. Love the 327 round, but love the .357 Sig. Capacity.

[@ToolsandTargets]

They're very cool guns but the ammo is so hard to find.

[@randallcampbell510]

Thank you for the comparison. Very interesting. Alot of good info. Yes, the 327 has some advantage in some parameters. One more round in a snubby. Less recoil. Handy in a snubby. Definitely adequate for personal protection. And if you only shoot factory rounds and only carry / own one revolver for this purpose. It would work well. My dilemma is I am a 357 fan. I own several. Stubbys to hunting handguns to lever guns. Reload equipment, dies, Bullet casting. I'm all set up for 357. The versatility in loads is staggering. And 357 always just pushes 327 out. For me? too little too late. Thanks again for a fun channel.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@jamesmikesell5458]

I would use either but. This is the first 327 jelly test very impressive

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👍

[@Bob-lq9ys]

Great test , Thanks

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@MontanaWelldigger]

I love wheel guns, all of mine are .357 with a couple old .38 I really don't shoot much. I probably have a bakers dozen. I'm kind of trying to stay dardize my handguns so I don't have to have a bunch of different caliber ammo. Went with mainly .40 S&W for my autos.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Makes sense. It seems like i keep adding more calibers lately.😆

[@Nutty.357]

I am liking that 327 for sure! I think I would rather have that than the 30SC any day! Im not super surprised that the 327 bullet did so well but I am surprised how that 357 came apart the way it did, you know out of a rifle its really going to come apart even more, I dont think I like that stuff very much lol! Great test! Going to shoot you an e-mail message about something! Happy Friday!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Very true. A rifle would obliterate it.

[@currituck]

Those red tipped .357 Leverevolution rounds are designed for whitetailed deer hunting. I have them in .44 mag and 45/70. They put deer down for sure!

[@jamiethompson3851]

30 super carry unnecessary round

[@Nutty.357]

if the shelves was flooded with $10 a box 30SC I would get one! lol

[@Nutty.357]

I am sure they do great and a good round, was just surprised it reacted that way! if i had a 357 lever gun I would more than happy to have some :D

[@j.t.cooper2963]

👍🏻😎 The first handgun I bought back in 1980 was a Ruger Blackhawk .357 magnum 6.5" barrel and the second handgun I bought back in 1985 was a Smith & Wesson 686 .357 magnum 6" barrel, both is stainless steel. I got both guns for less than what just one would cost today. I didn't buy my first semiautomatic pistol until 1990. I was a wheel gun only type for 10 years.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice. I love em all!

[@sammyprestwood3182]

You can get Winchester white box 110 grain jacketed hollow-points for 357 Magnum that's what I called the light load that I carry in my taurus605 I only carry the Remington 158 grain jacketed hollow point in my 357 Magnum for self-defense

[@ToolsandTargets]

I think I might have some of those 110's.😎👍

[@sammyprestwood3182]

I believe the 357 beat the 327 hands down of course the 327 stayed together but when you go to digging these bullets out of the victim the 357 would be devastating when you consider you got to get all those pieces out of the victim to thanks for the video

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@docmason9677]

I have the Bond Arms Texas Defender in 357/38 and another barrel in 327. I carry it as a back up to my Glock 27 40SW with the 327 barrel and theSpeer Gold Dot 327 Federal Magnum Ammo 100 Grain Bonded Jacketed Hollow Point. It's less recoil and muzzle blast fire and has about the same ballistics. One shot at 4 yds. should stop the attack in the center of mass. It's mean and nasty round to say the least.

[@joshbilliot4032]

Would definitely love to see comparisons of different 327 federal ammunitions. I’d be really curious to see the speeds and damage from the double tap Barnes 60gr as well as the double tap hardcast. I carry my 327 with hammer down. So it was nice to see that it performs really well.

[@scottierunsick5061]

The 357 wound channel was awesome

[@ToolsandTargets]

Definitely.

[@alanlerner2354]

How about a woods round? Buffalo Bore, Double Tap and Underwood are showing some sparky performance with hard cast. Like to hear your thoughts. Maybe against hogs or even black bear it looks like a viable option.

[@cryswimmer]

Great video. I love both of these calibers.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎

[@hermanator74301]

Excellent video!!! Very nice comparison. Nice to see someone that just knows what they are dfoing. Very good test.

[@brockhowell2296]

I always get a kick outta the grips on your Taurus revolvers, they go well with the classic steel design. As far as the grooves on the grips go, I actually like them EXCEPT when I shoot .357 from my 605, but those grooves make it easy to get a nice firm grip when drawing my from my pocket. Watching .357 jelly tests never gets old, especially checking out the wound channels!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. I love these G10 grips. The spikey ones I had on were definitely nice for grip but yeah, when I had something spicy loaded they chewed my palm up like a rabid wolverine!

[@randyweber2275]

Man, I wasn't really impressed with the leverevolution....i picked some up at rural king to shoot deer with from my Henry after Paul Harrell chronod them at 1850 from a carbine...maybe more expansion at the higher velocities? But that was weak next to the 327....thanks for the test tools, gave me something to ponder

[@ToolsandTargets]

I'd be curious to see what they do from my 1873. Might have to test it.

[@dhamilton201]

Thanks for the video Tools. Thinking about getting one of these little beast for my wife!

[@ToolsandTargets]

They'll definitely do the job.

[@IAMRUSTEDROOT]

Honestly, I was rather surprised at both of these calibers out of those 2" barrels. Very, very nice performance. Both would be a great choice.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Same here.👍

[@frankdouglas8841]

Love the 180 grain bear loads ... right on the ass of the 44 mag

[@ToolsandTargets]

💥🔥💥

[@keithtate1241]

They both look like great rounds but you are really making me consider getting another 357 magnum to replace the one I sold 😁. Thanks for the great jelly test and have an extraordinary evening.

[@ToolsandTargets]

.357 is definitely a fun round.

[@rustynut1969]

Best test I've seen so far 🎉

[@waynefelton6413]

Thanks again 'Tools' for another great video. Appreciate the time and energy you put into these!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that!

[@jeffreybean5363]

Very impressive test Tools..the 327 is no slouch. If that was the only caliber I can get my hands on pretty happy with it.👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.

[@johnkennedy4015]

Both rounds showed characteristics of good performance even with using the "rifle ammo" and you wouldn't do bad carrying either one for self protection. To be honest I'm not a fan of the .327 Mag, I have nothing against it and no reason to bash it. I am a huge fan of the .357 Mag. (which is my EDC caliber). I like the variety of ammo choices and the certainty of stopping power the .357 Mag provides. Again, nothing wrong with or against the .327 Mag cartridge. Enjoyed seeing the magnums being tested, good job as always! Do you have any future test planned coming for .44 Spl / Mag? Take care and stay safe my friend!

[@ToolsandTargets]

.357 is definitely a performer!

[@37gdog]

A 38 with Underwood or BuffaloBore ammunition will do what the 327mag did in this test. If you have a 38 and don't want to spend the money on a 327mag, but want a little more umf, give it a try. If you are buying to get six rounds, you might look at the Taurus 856. It's much cheaper to practice with a 38 than 327mag, but each to their own.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👍

[@Fudmottin]

I just checked ammo seek. No dice on the Hornady 140gr. I have some of those FTX projectiles for hand loading. I want to see how they perform as a 38Spl+P+ load (there is a yawning chasm in charge weights between 38Spl+P and 357 Magnum). The unloaded bullet is an intimidating beast! It is taller than a 158gr LSWC! Probably due to the hollow cavity filled in with caulk.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I really should set aside some time to mess around with some handloads.

[@Fudmottin]

@@ToolsandTargets That would be fun! The only FTX bullets Hornady sells are the 140gr ones. Otherwise you are stuck with the XTP line. The Barnes TAC-XP line is out there. And Gold Dots. Heck, depending on purpose, the sky is the limit! And seeing how a potential loading component can perform in gel would be great.

[@lonewanderer3603]

This is a year old but did you start hand loading 327 yet? There's 115 swchp and 125 SWC bullets available. I'm hoping with 30 Super Carry coming out we start to see some 115 jhp components hit the market. Gold Dot used to have them but they got canceled a few years back.

[@Mikelp73]

Picked up some 9mm punch today. About to see how the carbine runs them

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice. They should do great.

[@Mikelp73]

@@ToolsandTargets I wish I had a chronograph but I’ll have some fun targets, anyway

[@jeffreyrobertson7652]

Great Jelly Test Tools Stay Safe Stay 2A Strong 🇺🇸

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊