Magnum SHOWDOWN: 327 Federal Magnum vs 357 Magnum - Ballistic Gel Test

[@peytonlong8155]

very informative with a lot of comedic commentary. i think i found my new favorite channel!

[@54yeshua46]

Great information. Thanks!

[@327Federal]

Thank you for shining light on 327 Federal Magnum!

[@jmichna1]

As I've gotten older, and arthritis in my hands has started to become painful, I have been moving away from .44 magnum and even .41 magnum revolvers, and lately have been favoring the medium and larger frame .357 magnums, where their weight mitigates recoil and reduces pain. Just this year, I began exploring .327 Federal magnum as a natural progression, and I really like getting "near 357 mag" performance out of a cartridge I find more manageable, plus I can still get 6 rounds in a small frame revolver. I now own both the SP101 in 327 and the Taurus 327... both 6-shot small frame revolvers... and I have options to run 32 H&R magnum, and even lesser rounds should I so choose. IMO, the 327 Federal magnum is a great cartridge, and much under-appreciated.

[@usa-rb5fi]

Used to have an lcrx in 327, trying to find ammo sucked big time and expensive. The load I like carrying in it the best was Buffalo Bore 32 H&R 100 gr. Power rivaled .327 without the added recoil.

[@jmichna1]

@@usa-rb5fi Indeed! I sometimes carry using Buffalo Bore's "heavy" H&R magnum +P, 130gr hard cast Keith... you are spot on... great ballistics and not too much recoil! To be honest, though, I have found it to be just as expensive -- maybe even a bit more expensive -- as traditional 327 Fed mag... I usually buy from vendors like SGAmmo or KIR, especially when I come across a decent sale.

[@jmichna1]

@@holmbergaudio I have plenty of those... sometimes I just prefer a revolver, especially one that delivers better ballistics than most 9mm cartridges are capable of.

[@michigunsanta8680]

If you want to shoot full power 357 magnums the Chiappa Rhino is a great revolver that really tames the recoil with the barrel set on the bottom chamber instead of top of the cylinder.

[@g26s239]

I'm a 357 enthusiast and one of my 357s is also an SP101 w/3" barrel. I'm sticking with it but that 327 is an impressive round. Good test.

[@arthurross9437]

Well presented without a lot of bias. Just plain fun to watch.

[@savageater57]

I own several several .357's only one .327 but it's a seven shot and a few years ago Academy was selling Speer gold dot .327 20rd box for $8 and I bought their shelf stock so I have a good supply . The .327 is a very good round and often overlooked.

[@knokname6466]

IF you can even find .327 in the average store in America as easily as .357.

[@marcuschauvin7039]

Go online, tons of places have plenty of 327 fed

[@thomasdean5651]

Why not both a 357 and a 327...i own both in the Ruger SP101, and the Ruger LCR. Just my opinion, but i prefer the 327 for personal self defense. It is plenty adequate in power, less recoil, and get that extra round. Cant argue with the 357 if raw power is what you want, though.

[@jimedick9496]

I have both as well. The other benefit to the 327 is that you can get back on target a lot faster, especially when using a lightweight revolver like the LCR’s

[@dannyhardesty3692]

The 100 grain Speer Gold Dots are impressive in .327 magnum. Another KZbinr tested them out of a Ruger LCR revolver, and concluded that they traveled at the muzzle nearly 1400 feet per second at 434 foot pounds. Impressive.

[@johnelder4273]

I have arthritis pretty bad in both hands. I carry a steel framed J-frame .357 but I load it with .38 special +p ammo due to noise and recoil. If I need to lower recoil further, I can load .38 Special wadcutters. I have no desire to trade my .357s. If you think 5 rounds isn't enough, carry two snubbies.

[@danc.3899]

Nice job. I'm a huge fan of the .327, hope it gets more popular.

[@tmutant]

I'd love to see a rematch with the Speer Gold Dot version of both (or another premium cartridge that's available with both).

[@Aarons-Animals]

Appreciate the testing. Would love to see the 30 Super Carry get some camera time!

[@Arsenal23.]

We would if we could find someone to donate one! Unfortunately we are self-funded and can't quite justifying puchasing firearms just for the videos. We're all just dudes in our 20's working with what we have 😂

[@danfleeman7047]

Awesome shedding light on defense rounds love to sèe content with cost and damage for different rounds

[@jpb1231000]

I have a GP 100 3 inch 357 so nice to see an approximation of what velocities to expect !!!Thanks fellers! Been eyeballing the 327 from Taurus, the LCR and the SP101... That SP 101 is sweet!

[@mattmonasmith6054]

Enjoyed your tests and comparisons. How about some 380 and 9mm, I’m sure there’s a ton of other videos about that but you guys did a great job. Keep it up.

[@Swampytheroot]

327 Federal is specifically designed to replicate 38Spcl +P. Never intended to match even the lightest 357 Magnum loads.

[@ejjackson2573]

While it does not match .357 it was designed to overcome the .357 shortcomings - the significant performance drop in short barrels & the reduced (5) capacity in small revolvers.

[@CyborgZeta]

Thanks for the video. I get discomfort shooting .357 Magnum, even in L-Frame sized revolvers, to say nothing of .44. .327 is about as much power as I can tolerate in a revolver cartridge, and it's even manageable in a small-frame revolver like my Taurus 327. I like that it also gives me the option to shoot .32 S&W Long and .32 H&R if I want even less recoil. Magtech makes a SJHP for .32 Long that is not bad at all.

[@Ruger44Redhawk]

The 3" SP101 .357 is what i normally have on my belt.

[@224valk4]

Exactly what I carry! Never felt outgunned by any plastic pistol. But like the old saying goes, you use your pistol to fight your way to your rifle!

[@224valk4]

The way the world is today, I also carry a SBR 556 in my back seat with 2 30 rnd mags bonded together!! I'm legal 2 carry in 36 states. Ones I'm not, I'LL NEVER VISIT!!

[@Cucurú-c9v]

My daughter lives in a carry state. Bulldog .44 or Vaquero.45 325 grain load, R92 .454 on back seat.

[@gonzob9609]

Snubby, 327 hands down. My EDC is a LCR in 327 mag. No brainer if you reload.

[@JackGordone]

I carry SIX rounds of .357 in a 3" barrel Kimber. It's easily concealed, even with summer clothing and, as the video demonstrates, packs significantly higher foot pounds of energy than the .327. That sixth round cancels every advantage for the smaller bullet except possibly reduced recoil. That's why the .357 has long been known as a single shot man stopper. (I believe both rounds lose a lot of effectiveness in anything less than a 3" barrel and shine brightest in a 4" barrel.)

[@ejjackson2573]

While longer is generally better the .327 was designed specifically to loose less in smaller/shorter firearms (both capacity & performance).

[@jameslistul9457]

Find what's comfortable for you to hold, handle, and operate. Then practice, practice, practice!

[@oldmangreywolf6892]

I always go to comfort of shooting. I own SP101 327 and love shooting it. I even reload 32 longs up to the equivalent of 32 H&R. 327 is yes lower recoil and on average +1 in cylinder. 357 is average 5 per cylinder and harder recoil. Yes you can go to 38 special, and the same can be said for 32 H&R. Both too have been proven rounds in self defence. Now I never add in stopping power. People of different types can resist or not resist the damage.

[@usa-rb5fi]

There are small frame 38’s that hold 6 now.

[@nostradamus7648]

What would you say of the effectiveness of 327 mag vs 38 +P in a 357 3" barrel?

[@oldmangreywolf6892]

@@nostradamus7648 Just recently got the Taurus 605 Toro 357, 3" barrel. The 38+p has less recoil then the 327. But looking at the powders it is only a slight grain incerease then the 38 special. (Using 231 powder) But I will still favor the 327 as my carry over the 38+p. Not to say I would not carry my Taurus. If I find the right powder mix, make a light recoil 357 hollow point similar to 327 recoil in the 3"barrel. That would be perfect then.

[@oldmangreywolf6892]

@@usa-rb5fi 6 cylinder 357/38 is wider then the 5 cylinder. I would call that mid or regular then small. A SP101 would rattle in a Security 6 holster where as the Security 6 revolver would not fit in a SP101 holster. Due to the widths of the cylinders.

[@bigwu100]

I just sold my 357. Man I miss it.

[@CrazyWillTechShow]

Nice work man!

[@dhamilton201]

Obviously 357 in more powerful, but the 327 could be called the very capable little brother! What's not to like...gives you an extra round, has less recoil and is still on par with 45acp ballistics in a dependable small revolver!

[@michaelcapote2185]

Grew up with the .357. It will always be the first choice. That dosent mean the .327 is not a viable self defense round. It beats a sharp stick.

[@cjt1982]

I'd like to see .32 H&R vs .38 Special (+P)

[@garyelliott2670]

Great video, would like to see 30 super carry get some attention.

[@Arsenal23.]

You and me both! Unfortunately, we supply all the guns and ammunition, and .30SC is outside the current budget.

[@tracythorleifson]

I have both, and I’ve dispatched hogs with both. Long story short, the .327 Federal is no .357. The .357 is significantly more powerful. That said, I don’t think anybody is going to volunteer to get shot with a .327 Federal. It is a nasty little round, and will do its part if you do yours.

[@gasolinetv3821]

I feel as if the 327 is the 357 for short people😂

[@jimedick9496]

I’m not a small man, and I love my 327 just as much as I love my 357 or 44 magnum. Compensating much?

[@bryanmise5105]

Seems to be many, in both camps regarding these two cartridges I for one have to side on the .357. As for the benefits you get with the 357. They seem to me out weigh the one extra round in the two example shown in this video. I have must admit I have several 357 and I guess I’m still hooked with the 357/.38 spl combination. . And I do not own a 327. I don’t believe in my situation I can justify another caliber that has shown to be less effective in most ammo loads. Thanks for your video. It has made a more committed 357 guy. lol.

[@richardwendt4612]

S&W makes a model 327 that holds 8 rounds of 357.

[@larskunoandersen5750]

You may think the TRR8

[@richardwendt4612]

@@larskunoandersen5750 What is the TRR8?

[@richardwendt4612]

@@larskunoandersen5750 What is the TRR8?

[@larskunoandersen5750]

a tactical revolver.

[@Cucurú-c9v]

Make it a normal a__ M-27 8 shots, 4in barrel, .375 hammer and .265 trigger and they'll have two done deals. New fangled guns are ugly to me.

[@darrellowings2343]

After years of watching ballistic videos one thing has finally occurred to me. How the bullet looks afterward doesn't tell you that much. I'm from long ago so I remember when man that expansion was amazing. If you had a bullet that expanded well you just knew it really did some damage. That is not really true. All these bullets expanded but there's no comparison in the damage of the .357 to the .327. Clearly it is greater and to an appreciable amount for the .357.

[@sirp2277]

Good test. I would not trade 357 for 327. Tested 327 vs 38+P and both almost identical. Plus 38 ammo everywhere.

[@vitorhugocasanova8974]

Very god. I really like the 327 federal magnum. Better recoil control, but agility in sequential shots and greater load capacity in the drum.

[@rudygeorgiamulesandcountry1594]

Shoot some hard cast, 158 gr. Hard cast bullets in .357 Magnums and see how the two compare . I always thought the .327 Mag. would make a fantastic single shot rifle round .

[@brockhowell2296]

Don't forget the recoil, through a snubby .327 has A LOT less recoil, but with that being said if you can effectively shoot .357 it's a no-brainer to go with that IMO.

[@marcuschauvin7039]

327 fed shines in a 4" to 5" barrel. Lower recoil in a snubie or full size is a big plus for a lot of folks

[@rogerhudson9732]

That extra inch of barrel over a snubbie makes a difference. 6 shot .327 seems as good as you need, particularly for followup shots because of lower recoil.

[@ejsocci2630]

Awesome 👏🏻 thanks for sharing

[@123pap]

My 357's all hold 6, I'll stick with 357

[@marcuschauvin7039]

A full size 327fed holds 7 rounds

[@123pap]

@@marcuschauvin7039 my 357 holds 6 and I'll guarantee you that's 5 more than I need

[@Cucurú-c9v]

.357? No, .41 mag. LSWC.

[@hardinmichael1981]

There are also 7 and even 8 round cylinders in some 357’s.

[@MTMILITIAMAN7.62]

Addressing the elephant in the room: If capacity is that big of a deal for you, why are you using a revolver? You can fit ten rounds of 10mm in the flush fitting mag of a Glock 29. Magnum power in a package the size of your revolvers, but with twice the capacity. Some micro compact 9mms are running fifteen rounds, and as you demonstrated, bullet technology will get you far. If you're using a revolver, you've probably already accepted that it is worth losing capacity for the other advantages, namely, something simple and proven, like the .357 Magnum.

[@Arsenal23.]

Different people have different reasons to carry what they carry. Some people prefer the revolver archetype as opposed to autoloading designs due to multiple factors. They could be new to shooting and desire an easier operation without the possibility of user-induced malfunctions, which are statistically more likely to occur in autoloading designs due to more failure points. Or, the revolver was gifted to them or passed down to them, and that's all they have. You're not wrong, the Glock 29 does hold more rounds. But personally, with MY G29, i've had issues with ejection and feeding, both user-caused and from a weak magazine spring. Not saying that the G29 is an unreliable pistol, that's just my personal experience with MY pistol. Might make a video some day on revolvers VS autoloaders, but for the time being, I'd like to refer you to Paul Harrell's video on the same topic, he will most likely be MUCH more informative and MUCH better spoken than us.

[@michaelbezoski3096]

Great subjective review. Thank you.

[@bigwu100]

Ammunition cost is a mitigating factor.

[@curtshelp6170]

There are better rounds for the 327 fed but they aren't easy to find. You should have tried the 100 gr soft point, it expands over 55 cal and looks very much like the 100 gr gold dot in the same caliber.The 104 gr a frame and the 127 grain ballistic tips are amazing but scarce.

[@Arsenal23.]

We plan to test Gold Dot 100gr JHP vs Gold Dot .357 125gr in a future video. Subscribe and turn your notifications on to stay up to date!

[@curtshelp6170]

Not the 104 gr A frame but the HST. an amazing round. Even the 100 gr soft point is nearly as good as the 100 gr hps.

[@prebaned]

Not a fair comparison. The .327 has been circling the drain since its inception. It's a nitch cartridge that had no buisness being compared to .357 magnum. Nice review though.

[@Cucurú-c9v]

.327 115 grain, 1600 fps. 600 ft.lbs. out of a 3 inch barrel SP101. Too weak of a load for you?

[@ted.angell7609]

LCR to LCR, the .327 is absolutely comparable to the .357 in effectiveness.

[@jacqueperdue1536]

327 mag also has less recoil and is more accurate, and drop rate is less than a 357 because it shoots flatter. also the 357 bullets where heavier so of course he will hit harder. Plus as long as it goes 10 to 12 inches it doesn't matter if the 357 went farther, average person is 8 to 12 inches thick. If either bullet went 12 inches and opened up to a half inch, some going to have a bad day. Plus if the 357 goes through a wall and hit someone good, what now. If it goes in 8 to 10 inches it did its job. I have a Ruger GP100 327 it has 7 rounds. Still like your video, great job.

[@Cucurú-c9v]

.357 is a waste in a two inch barrel. At least four is needed, and six is better. I've been told 200 fps is lost with each inch shorter from six inches. .327 spits out a 110 grain HP at 1600 fps and 602 ft. lbs. from a three inch barreled Ruger SP101, is extremely flat shooting, and great for self protection in urban areas in concealed carry. Most people I know don't like .357s for defensive purposes and choose .45 ACP. For holster work I choose Delta Elite ot S&W M-58 .41 mag LSWC which I have 46 years of experience with. This Ruger in .327 is a great choice for a concealed carry or small game gun.

[@vlogfriendsutopia]

I'm sorry, but I gotta call BS on that 327 Magnum 600+ FPE from a 3" barrel. I've never seen it do it, but I have seen 357 Magnum do it.

[@TheBeefSlayer]

If I want to kill water I’m choosing the 327

[@foreignmilk]

my 4.2in sp101 327 is my dress revolver. great gun

[@paulmartin6895]

Since you have the 357 , just add the 327 . That way if one you have a hard time find the ammo , you can use the other that is more common in use. Or if you have the 327 , you can add the 357 .

[@knokname6466]

All my .357s are six shooters... so far as this test-- nothing unexpected. .327 is made for people recoil and noise sensitive. Happy to again have someone reinforce my decision to buy .357 rather than .45, even after fifty-plus years of packing them.

[@ted.angell7609]

.327 is louder than f***all

[@curtshelp6170]

you should have run the soft points in the gel, they look like gold dots water jugs.

[@barrydevane7969]

I use the 125 grain double tap magnum for the 327

[@oldschooldude8370]

Unless you reload, the 327 just isnt worth owning. It was a commercial failure. You wont find any other 32 load as well without being bent over a barrel.

[@327Federal]

32 S&W Long is affordable and plentiful

[@jimedick9496]

I own one and I don’t have a problem finding and ordering ammo online.

[@327Federal]

@@jimedick9496 agreed it’s easily available

[@h.r.puffnstuff8705]

100%. I order ammo online to. 327 is always out of stock. Often when it does hit the shelf it’s gone in a few days. 38S/357m is way more common and easier to find.

[@FindersKeepers88]

Good, Thx

[@michaeldoe4805]

Well you seem to have setup your sky screens for your chrono kinda sideways. They are supposed to be directly on top of the photo sensors to give them an even light bsckground. They way you set them up kinda does nothing for that purpose

[@megastick9324]

With today’s modern bullet tech, the 327 is a great option for carry. Is it = to 357? Of course not, but , it’s a very viable option for a CCW. Yes it’s smaller in caliber than the 35s ( 38sp, 9mm etc). But with today’s bullets and the lower recoil, it may be a great alternative for some. Although it didn’t, and probably will never, catch on, it’s similar in its usefulness as a .41mag to .44mag, the .44 only really being .429, and yet some BIG names in the shooting world thought it was a useful venture. It’s the same with the .327. The .32 H&R already existed, and more than a few found it useful and viable , so pump it up and make it more useful, why not? Nobody is saying it’s a replacement for our beloved .357s, it’s an ALTERNATIVE. And who here thinks there are just too many cartridge options available? Certainly not me, I say we need MORE cartridges for every caliber, rifle or handgun. It’s not a ford or Chevy situation, it’s a buffet situation. If you don’t like chicken, there are myriad other options!! Long live the .327 mag, and .41mag and 10mm and any other not quite mainstream cartridges! As long as there are guns to shoot them and components to load them, keep them coming!

[@kbkesq]

I can shoot 8 rounds of 357/38+p in my smith and Wesson 327pc model. And it’s smaller than those and lighter. 2” barrel. Still not small as a 5 shot snubby. Modern ballistics make 38+p plenty strong. Plus very low kick. And now we have full copper extreme defender penetrating you are that concerned. My main carry piece is super light 22lr 8 shot and 22mag 7 shot.

[@slideup-mt2dd]

Which gun is louder

[@carminegraves]

no one ever mentions the 38 short or 38 long. the 357 has the same options as the 32

[@Arsenal23.]

As far as I'm aware, the 38S&W, .38 Short Colt, and .38 Long Colt are all about .002-.004" larger diameter than the much more common .38spl and .357 magnum. I would not recommend firing these in your revolvers. The 32S&W, .32 Long, .32ACP, .32 H&R, and .327 Federal are all .312" diameter. Thus, all can be safely fired (although, depending on the revolver, extraction of the semi-rimmed .32ACP may be a headache). Thanks for watching the video!

[@carminegraves]

@@Arsenal23. thanks i had no idea. id seen it done before with no issues but i guess they just got lucky

[@327Federal]

327 Magnum is the Best Magnum!

[@BStott]

What is this deal about wheel gun round count? I, forgive my ancient ignorance, never heard of a five (5) round .357. The Colts and S&W I've seen are all six(6).

[@dereklangseth9485]

Smaller framed 357 revolvers hold 5. Ruger SP 101 for example.

[@evocati6523]

The one literally right there in the video is a 5 round LOL

[@poppy2394]

Taurus 357 Hold 7

[@ScotMcLean-pk8ln]

How is .357 "infamous"?

[@michaeldoe4805]

327 magnum is what 32acp dreams of when she goes to sleep every night😊

[@robertaustin1344]

My 686+ holds 7 junior.Leave the 327 for the ladies

[@intj7447]

Interesting. But, i still think the .357 magnum is the better option. Imo

[@willmorris8966]

Glock 27 underwood 135 grain is shopping ass!!! 580 muzzle energy an 1400+ velocity

[@Cucurú-c9v]

Pretty good for a plastic gun. .327 115 grn. hollow point, 1600 feet per second, 602 foot pounds stopping power in a Ruger SP101 3 inch barrel. I'll take the American steel over the cabbage shredder any day. But not for duty. That would be a Delta Elite, which only comes in one caliber.

[@josephpepper3087]

.357 is better suited to a heavier gun, as in the steel Sp101 and heavier. .327 is better suited towards light guns like the LCR. I have both and reload .32 S&W Long, .32 mag, .38 Colt long & Short, .38 spl, and .357 mag. My wife loves her LCR .327. Carrie's it with .32 mags. .327 at best is equal to a lightweight 9x19 +p. From a 2 in barrel it simulates a standard pressure 9x19. That means at best it meets the "minimum" performance standards of a "service" round. .32 mag provides performance similar to a .380 acp. .38 spl. Is similar to 9x19. .357 from a 2 inch barrel is similar to a full length barrel 9x19 or better with heavy bullets. .357 from 4" plus barrels can be compared to 10mm Auto.

[@MrBuckeye63]

327 isn’t going anywhere… especially now … the resurgence of the 32 H&R And yes the 327 will do anything the 357 will do as the 32 H&R will do anything the 38spl will do And they do it with a extra round

[@efm2169]

My smith and Wesson 686 plus holds 7 rounds of 357

[@ted.angell7609]

It also weighs 39oz. empty. An LCR 327 weighs 17oz empty.

[@efm2169]

The smith and Wesson 327 performance center is a 357 magnum holds 8 rounds and weighs 23 oz.

[@robertaustin1344]

I got 9mm also ....Way more better rounds and availabilty to shoot than a 327!Like I said ...ladies?

[@user-fv2hk7tb3e]

Isn't a 327 also a MODEL of a 357 Magnum ?

[@richardwendt4612]

Yes, I have two S&W model 327. Each hold 8 rounds of 357 magnum.. Also a 686 that holds 7 rounds of 357.

[@DanTheWolfman]

Very well done video! Check out my "Modern Meat Target" vids especially 1st one explaining tons. Is that homemade Organic Knox or what and can you try to keep it cold just before shots and calibrate? Please plz don't fight with me always put 4 layer of t-shirt or 4 layer Heavy Clothing or toughest 4 layer denim in front...without that any data is almost useless as changes expansion Neck which changes everything and which weeds out bad jhps vs useful ones that will actually expand real world.

[@TheOttermatic]

PLEASE USE EYE PRO

[@RIPPER334]

Being able to shoot other, just as expensive and hard to find ammo, isn't a plus... Just let the 327 go away.

[@usa-rb5fi]

Taurus and Smith just got back in the market on it, maybe a resurgence?

[@charlesdunitz2572]

That’s funny the Kimber k6s is a 357, 6 shot in 21/2-3-4”” this is a biased take on 327

[@kevinrichardson8859]

This is no showdown!!! The 327 is inferior to the 357 in all categories...and those were watered down 357s...try some underwood 125 grains..or 158 grains..Buffalo Bore. ..or even green and white box 357 magnum 125 grain sjhp....an extra 327 round matters none...you will likely need more than that....its a 31 caliber bullet thats 100 grains or less...expensive and hard to find...357 is a much more capable round...for 2 or 4 legged threats..with good shot placement it will work...much much less margin for error with any run of the mill 357! You can keep that 327! Ymmv

[@marcuschauvin7039]

Thanks for simping thr 357mag. Its more about less recoil with an extra round in a compact snubbie. The 327 is more comparible to 9mm luger.

[@kevinrichardson8859]

@marcuschauvin7039 it's not even comparable to 9mm...9mm is .355 ...327 is .312 ..not even 8 mm...and HEAVIEST bullet weight is 115 grain...

[@jorgesolis9468]

​@@kevinrichardson8859size doesnt matter in the comparison for example 40 vs 45 or 10mm vs 357 mag energy, and speed are what matter you're thinking is too shallow on something that has alot of variables and alot of possible options

[@jimedick9496]

I have both and I can speak for both. The 327 is a terrific cartridge. The 357 is still the more powerful cartridge, but that doesn’t mean the 327 is not a viable woods carry or SD cartridge. I have both in the Ruger LCR. I don’t enjoy packing my LCR with 357’s. It feels like someone just slammed a 2X4 in the palm of my hand. The 327 is much easier to control and it isn’t as punishing. I can get back on target twice as fast as well. Speaking of Buffalo Bore, they sell the 327 hard cast 130 grain ammo that delivers 500 ft lbs of energy out of a 3” barrel. That jumps to 540 ft lbs out of a 5” barrel. Honestly, that’s not bad at all. Point is, I like my light weight LCR’s while I’m trekking through the woods. I don’t even know they’re on my hip. I prefer my 327 over my 357 when I’m packing light weight revolvers. The 357 is considerably more powerful, but the 327 is nothing to sneeze at. It has more power than the .38 +P.

[@5jjt]

Darn Kevin. You speak like someone hurt your feelings.

[@TheBeefSlayer]

James Bond liked .32 acp. 🤷🏼😂

[@notnowchief.3089]

327FM is never on shelves

[@jamesoncross7494]

You didn't talk about the MOST IMPORTANT thing . . . . . . . Accruacy!!!!

[@demonrathunter]

comparing bananas and pineapples. need to compare the same ammo out of both or you testing means nothing. Oh yeah, my 357 mag holds 7 rounds so now I win ! lol

[@kevinrichardson8859]

327 has less recoil because it has LESS power!!! Duh! Next!

[@JELWwL6unE8V7iGB3]

If you're comparing cartridges that try to replicate 357 Magnum results with less weight and more velocity, it might be interesting to compare 327 Magnum with 357 Sig.

[@kevinrichardson8859]

No comparison!

[@Texas2Step79]

327 is a dead 💀 roumd

[@oldguy1458]

My s&w 617 22 holds 10 rounds and my s&w 627 357 holds 8. Shouldn't your 327 Mag hold 9 instead of 6?

[@gonzob9609]

Horrible numbers for the 327. I get 1380 fps in my sp101 3", and 1330 out of my LCR. That's with the 104 grain Fed HST. It's a handful out of the LCR. Didn't know they made 85 grain. Will have to try some.

[@Arsenal23.]

Yeah, we were expecting much higher velocities from the Federal .327. That's why testing is so important!

[@rossrogers7058]

. 357 is just a 9mm magnum cartridge #