Stampede!....Buffalo Bore .357 Magnum AMMO Test!

Checking out some "Heavy" .357 Magnum ammo from Buffalo Bore. Is this the best .357 Mag ammo for hunting or self-defense? Heavy clothing ballistic gel test using a Smith & Wesson 686+ and Colt Python!
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[@RickGrimes357]

Those rounds will definitely take care of most 2 and 4 legged predators!Even more proof of why .357 mag has been going strong for almost 90 years.Great job Tools,keep ‘em coming!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. 💥🧟‍♂️🧟‍♂️🧟‍♂️💥

[@lestergillis8171]

You need a shooting bench.​@@ToolsandTargets

[@rangetime6779]

Those are some hot loads. It really shows the power of the 357 Mag. Thanks for a great test.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Yessir. Gotta love some good hot ammo!😎👊

[@sparky_-mf2cs]

It aint called the manstopper for no reason 👊

[@rickh9396]

Buffalo Bore rarely disappoints.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Facts

[@billrowan1957]

Buffalo bore & Underwood = quality, reliability, and real world specs.

[@Junior-do1rq]

For what it cost it better never disappoint.

[@Junior-do1rq]

@@patrickobrien8113 Who would’ve thought premium ammo comes at premium prices 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

[@roosterboy7357]

And I’ve never seen the rare case

[@7-ghostbones166]

When I swore in as a deputy sheriff we were still issued revolvers, and I 've carried both S&W and Ruger. (Colt was a little too pricey even back then for young cops.) This load reminds me of the o!d school loads I read about, and that gave the 357 Magnum it's reputation. I really appreciate this channel doing these test. The 357 is still as capable as it every was, and more so with the proper loads. Thanks again for excellent content!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. .357 mag is one of my favorite to shoot for sure.😎👍

[@7-ghostbones166]

Goodness no...but I wished they did. These remind me of the old loads you'd hear about guys like Keith would load. There is SO MUCH MORE potential for the .357 than companies are loading it for.

[@MTMILITIAMAN7.62]

​@@7-ghostbones166You're absolutely right. The .357 our grandpas carried was a completely different animal than the .357 of today. S&W petitioned SAAMI to reduce operating pressures for the .357 and the .44 magnums because they got tired of repairing smaller framed offerings in both, and SAAMI did so in the mid-90s, reducing pressure on the .357 by about 25% to the 35,000 PSI it remains today. Our grandpa's .357 ran up around 44,000, IIRC. I inherited my grandpa's loading manuals and the manuals from the late 80s have the .357 running a good 200 fps or more across the board. My grandpa had a 158 gr JSP running 1500 fps out of his Security Six. As a boy I remember the blast and flash, and thinking that was just the coolest thing, right up until he took out his 7.5 in Blackhawk and started sending 240 gr JSPs downrange at 1600 fps. It's criminal that they can neuter rounds like that and not even rename them to avoid confusion. Kids these days don't even know what real .357 and Dirty Harry's .44 Magnum is. Those rounds are supposed to be fire breathing monsters, not the caged lions we have today.

[@DrQuagmire1]

@@MTMILITIAMAN7.62 and funny enough man, it seems like the only ammo manufacturers bringing their .357 & .44 Magnum loads back to their former glory (or close to it), is a 2-way tie between Hornady and Underwood. Can't really comment on Buffalo Bore or Double Tap, as i've never tried their stuff before and the former is hard to track down.

[@mesauer]

The “original” 357 mag load was 158gr @ 1550. That round was made for N frame gun and that is most likely a 6” or 8 3/8” barrel. Once they started putting the round into K-Frame and Colt D frame guns, ammo manufactures wisely cooled the load down. That 1550 was a swaged lead bullet with copper gas check. It is relatively easy to get 1550 out of an N-frame gun. I have shot a LOT of those stout loads from my Smith model 28s and contender barrels. But I don’t even let that hot stuff get close to small frame guns. Another great ammo test, I really like your format with the Doppler AND optical chronographs. Thank you very much!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Really appreciate that!😎👊

[@charlesmullins3238]

Man that’s serious power…my 135 noslers from 6” longslide run 1500 and are wicked…

[@exothermal.sprocket]

These BB loads really take off in a lever gun with 18.5 to 20 inch barrel. Over 2100 fps.

[@johnharris8191]

You are correct, the model 27.

[@petemidwest1071]

Outstanding! I’m a big 357 fan! The one thing your not asking yourself when you touch one off...”Gee! I wonder if my hollow point is going to expand?” Thanks brother! Get better!👍🏼

[@ricklastname9427]

I don't know, i wonder some times about my lil 2.5" 686 lol

[@ToolsandTargets]

That's a fact! Thank you sir.😎👊

[@JohnDoe-ud2cc]

I got to say 357 is the best pistol round ever.

[@jamescalhoun4588]

Facts !!! And you can put it in a carbon and get 2,000 fps

[@matthewm7666]

It's loud though

[@harlanmcdiarmid]

​@@jamescalhoun4588the fuks a carbon?

[@TacticalTerry]

​@@harlanmcdiarmid carbine I think (I am confused also)

[@JonRangel87]

First of all, it’s mostly for revolvers. Secondly, you must’ve never heard of 10mm

[@steelpunisher6944]

Buffalo bore always performs up to full potential. But I think you’re right, I think you’ve tested some 158gr that performed as well for less $. But phenomenal results. 👍🇺🇸

[@ToolsandTargets]

💥🐃💥

[@RL-RL]

Buffalo Bore seems to be the underdog in any caliber they make. Every test you've done proves that this is the company load you need to be carrying, espcially when four legged hunting. Now, lets see it in 44 Magnum! I hope you get to feeling better, and can't wait for the next test.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Got some more .44 mag stuff coming soon.😎👊

[@charlesmorgan1879]

We know you wanted more trigger time with the Colt !😂

[@manderson7173]

I know I do! 😆

[@ToolsandTargets]

😆😆😆

[@ricklastname9427]

Can't say i blame him!

[@TheBlackScatPack]

I can’t blame you. I bought a 6” Python last Saturday and it’s a blast to shoot lol

[@caleb6988]

This is why you're becoming the best freedom seed testing channel on KZbin. You pushed through it and got the results brother tools.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that, my friend! Have a great weekend.😎👊

[@caleb6988]

@@ToolsandTargets I call you a brother cause you have my respect and I really appreciate the excellent content you put in your videos. Hope you have great weekend as well brother tools.

[@Adam-nv9zo]

That is some serious .357 right there.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Mhmm

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Buffalo Bore is absolute top tier in .357 magnum. They don't get better.

[@Kaelland]

Out of the 3" 686, the average V50 was 1229 feet per second for an average Ke50 of 530 energy foot pounds. Out of the 6" Python, the average V50 was 1345 feet per second for an average Ke50 of 634 energy foot pounds. As we know, real 10mm ammo (as defined by Colonel Jeff Cooper, the guy who designed the cartridge) needed to keep a minimum V50 of 1000 fps with a 200-grain bullet, resulting in a minimum Ke50 of at least 444 energy foot pounds. So, this .357 magnum ammo absolutely smokes minimum spec real 10mm ammo. I'm really loving the new LabRadar chronograph, Tools. It's letting me have fun with Excel.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Love it!😎👊

[@DrQuagmire1]

@@ToolsandTargets the bullet tip looks like a Hornady XTP one

[@1977TheHammer]

For reference, Buffalo Bore's 9mm +P+ 124 grain gets up to 1350 fps in a 4.5" barrel (1300 fps in a 4"), for about 450 energy foot pounds. Not quite up to 10mm or 357 levels... but close enough you're really just arguing over shot placement making the real difference.

[@tgibson78]

I've shot that in my Ruger 77/357 and gotten around 2000 fps. That's pretty crazy for a 158gr 357 magnum. .

[@ToolsandTargets]

They aint playin around.😎👊

[@exothermal.sprocket]

They rate this 158gr load at 2153 fps from an 18.5-inch Marlin 1894. That's only 1,627 ft-lb energy 😛

[@angrysheepdog9744]

Got to love the 357Mag it's the most versatile handgun caliber ever going from low recoil 38 Special to high pressure Magnum hunting rounds.

[@cgsimons1187]

You really had the suspense going making me concerned if you were going to get that last shot with the 6" Python. It was great to see the results of this test. These bullets hold together pretty well and go deep. From the 3" barrel the performance was amazing. All that energy, 23.5" penetration, and expanding to over .50 diameter. If I was going into the woods with just a .357 Mag revolver with a 3" barrel, this is the bullet I'd want. From the 6" barrel it still goes pretty deep and has some bonus energy, expansion, and decent fragmentation. So, it works well from both barrel lengths. It would be nice to see this bullet revisited in the future with a carbine test.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I'm definitely gonna order some more of it. I was starting to wonder if I'd get the 6 inch round in there myself.😂

[@slash19961]

Love the 3 vs 6 inch tests ! you dont see alot of either barrel length getting tested so thanks for branching out tools!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Thought it would be a nice change.😎👊

[@exothermal.sprocket]

686 comes in a 7-inch barrel as well.

[@dannycaddell4495]

I admire your tenacity! Good ammo. That’s gotta be 3”L Frame not J Frame though..👍

[@Mike-xi4zt]

A 686 is not a J frame although they have made some J frame 357 3 in

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Model 60 comes in 3-inch. But you're correct. L-frame is 7shot.

[@louv4437]

Buffalo bore with legendary Barnes bullets also known as Buffalo Barnes on their site are excellent

[@SNIPER_NO_SNIPING]

I use the Buffalo bore 125gr heavy in my Taurus 605 snubby and it’s a little monster. 1400+ fps out of a 2” barrel. The recoil is borderline unmanageable lol. Revolver, aficionado said in his video he couldn’t handle it if that gives you an idea lol he was getting 1474fps out of his 605. Give it a whirl one day it’s definitely a wild ride haha. Great video as always!!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@MontanaWelldigger]

I love my S&W. 357 wheel guns, I've got a slug of em'. Good test thanks!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@chuckappel]

Back 45 years ago (give or take) the ammo velocities published in gun magazines showed a problem with the Python. Velocities from Smith & Wesson and Ruger revolvers was typically about 70 to 100 fps faster than the same ammo fired in a Python. This was probably due to the rifling and very tight bore. As I recall the barrels were .356 inches at the muzzle and the Python used gain twist rifling. It might be useful to test this ammo in a 6 inch Taurus, S&W, Ruger or other revolver. I should note here that the Python barrels were extremely accurate. Custom gunsmiths often installed them on Security-Six, and Model 19 S&Ws (called the Couger and Smython respectively).

[@AlekseySh1982]

Gun Sam _Revolver Aficionado tested same ammo out of 4,25 SW 686 and achived 1420-1430 fps. So 1490-1500 with 6" looks about right.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Interesting

[@matthewmesnick5928]

FYI....a 686 is a L frame revolver, not a J Frame.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@doctorhouse1631]

Hey Tools! I dig it! I’m a Buffalo Bore fan for more than a decade now and it’s fantastic ammo! Could you run a couple of these through your lever gun in .357 and gel test them? I’m sure those 158’s would be fantastic! You da man!

[@billyj.williams2341]

That's a really tough projectile... almost 1500fps and only lost 6gr while flattening down near to the base.... and hitting 19" in the jello. That's a monster of a round.

[@texasrex2222]

I've always bought underwood for the serious stuff, but haven't gotten any of it or the buffalo bore for the .357! Might need to start buying some buffalo soon!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Definitely some hot stuff.😎👊

[@arrobrewer2730]

.357 always impressive. Would not want to be on the receiving end. 9 and .45 for the 2 leggers, .357 and .44 for the 4 leggers

[@ToolsandTargets]

🔥😎👊🔥

[@user-qo3yy9nv1u]

9 for the hoods 10 for the woods

[@carlosmorris4510]

Excellent velocity testing... POWERFUL .357 Magnum! A good comparison for my 3" SP101 and my 6" 686.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Great stuff.😎👊

[@mikeseier4449]

I used to get Underwood for my revolvers, But they seemed like they started downloading them.. Been using Buffalo Bore for the last couple years now. Excellent ammo.

[@vernonbruce3722]

I just bought myself a Smith and Wesson M&P 15 sport II in 5.56/.223. Came with a CT red/green dot, and I added magpul popup iron sights. Can't wait to get it to the range!

[@timrobinson6573]

If you want a real nice upgraded optic, Midway USA has the gen 1 Vortex Spitfire on sale for $150, usually they're $400.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Nice 😎👊

[@ronaldbarnes8302]

Nice speed for 158’s, definitely great performance out of both barrel lengths. BB got that loading right, don’t have any of that particular load. Thanks for the test Tools!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate ya, brother!😎👊

[@frankbrowning328]

When introduced in 1935, the 357 Magnum fired a 158gr semi wadcutter out of a 8'' barrel at 1500fps. Over the years the general public became aware of both heavy recoil & leading with the all lead semi wadcutter (a fairly soft lead) & the velocity from most manufacturers went down to 1250fps with a jacketed 158 gr bullet. However, there have been manufacturers who do load to 1400fps with a 158 gr bullet. I have some of these rounds & I haven’t shot them. They’d be OK in my 8 3/8'' S&W model 27 but they’re not going to be pleasant in my 3'' S&W Pro mod 60 and probably brutal in my 2'' S&W mod 60 which only weighs 20 ounces. That’s about 1/2 the weight of your S&W 686 3''

[@MichaelGolpe]

0:13 A Buffalo Bore at this level must kick like an elephant!

[@ToolsandTargets]

It's got some snap to it.😎👊

[@kodywoodward]

I love Buffalo Bore, Grizzly, and Underwood, they usually load their stuff right.

[@alanmurdock4319]

Buffalo bore and underwood, seems to be to only companies that load their stuff to it's potential.

[@rustyyates421]

Double tap as well

[@lorenrogers9269]

Grizzly does a decent job in my experience.

[@rustyyates421]

@@lorenrogers9269 I actually have some hardcast Grizzly ammo as well as double tap and buffalo bore. If you're into handloading, you can load it a lot cheaper. Hard cast bullets are still relatively inexpensive.

[@scarifrougeone7225]

No way you can round up those wild Buffaloes. There should be no doubt the the Buffalo Bore ammo is worth the price difference. No pretender there, that ammo manufacturer is the real deal. Very informative. Once in a while things don’t go as planned. No biggie, keep rockin Tools. Be safe. 🇺🇸🇺🇸⭐️🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@americanpatriot477]

Man those are some awesome rounds! It’s sad that you need to go to special Ammo companies to get the real stuff.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Aint that the truth. Seeing good hot stuff like this makes me wanna rant and rave about so much weak stuff out there even more.😆

[@tendraftsdeep]

Yes! Been waiting on this one, thank you brother. I keep this on the nightstand in the 180 grain. Buffalo Bore is excellent, great customer service. Keep on rockin!

[@ToolsandTargets]

This stuff was cookin.😎👊

[@exothermal.sprocket]

180 grain? You expecting Sasquatch or a black bear? hahaha

[@tendraftsdeep]

@@exothermal.sprocket up here in the hills both are possible lol

[@wildcatindustries8030]

I got some underwood 158gr XTP loaded for 1,500fps that is probably very comparable to this. I thought 125gr at 1,450fps was hot, that’s uncle bubbas pissing hot handload hot

[@ToolsandTargets]

Love the hot stuff.😎👊

[@mikebrown9997]

Buffalo Bore seems to have it figured out with power and expansion.

[@bullpolizei]

Buffalo always makes good stuff, I'd definitely like to see some of that underwood 357 as well! Great test tools.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@johnnymccann5607]

fill the power. I've owned several 357mags in my life time. over the years I traded or sold them.but its a caliber I just can't get totally away from. I recently bought two new Taurus defender 357mag revolvers and I love them. I have many calibers but felt naked with out one.papa 😊

[@ToolsandTargets]

Definitely a great round. Hard to decide if I like it or .44 mag more.

[@stephenwilliams9440]

I’d be curious now to see a test with their 180 grain with the XTP in 357 mag. I have tested it through my 6 inch but in jugs of water. It did decent in that test and has a lot of power for a 357.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Hmmm. Might need to make a new order.😆

[@jamescalhoun4588]

And do all .357 mag buffalo bore in a carbine

[@kimness7796]

I thought the J frame was the smallest 5 shot .38. I know the 686 is an L frame. Good ammo and thanks for toughing it out!

[@ToolsandTargets]

Definitely hot stuff.😎

[@mikeburnett160]

That is definitely a Hornady XTP bullet.

[@sammyprestwood3182]

357 magnum is my favorite round to carry. It's pretty devastating out of any length of a barrel.

[@220swift7]

That would be a great round for hunting whitetails.

[@ToolsandTargets]

💥🦌💥

[@JohnPublic-dk7zd]

That ammo in the Colt is a keeper...anybody could sleep well with that on the nightstand, even if they do shoot a little low...sorry, had to dig, not used to seeing you miss your target...

[@ToolsandTargets]

I was on the edge of blasting the whole contraption with a shotgun until it went over the side of the hill!😂😂😂

[@jeffray6197]

Great test! Nice ‘mushroom cloud’ expansion on the six inch!! Thank you for sharing! Hope you feel better! Stay safe!🇺🇸👍🏻

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Appreciate that!😎👊

[@noahmercy-mann4323]

Thanks for the test, brother! That's a virtual duplicate of my 158 grain handloads; I use the XTP in that weight, and it is good whitetail/ pronghorn medicine. From a rifle they are devastating...the wife's 24" '92 runs 'em out around 400 FPS faster than the 6" revolver! Get feeling better, man...I know how frustrating every little thing can be when I'm "down with the sickness". I'm actually impressed with how well you dealt with those 6" mulligans. If that was me, things woulda' been sailing!😆

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that, my friend. I was very, very close to blasting everything in sight with the biggest thing I could get a hold of.😂😂😂

[@noahmercy-mann4323]

@@ToolsandTargets 😆😆😆

[@DevinAlden]

Their 45 colt +p deer grenades are my favorite load to ahoot out of my rossi 92. Hits like a freight train and feels like shooting 12 gauge slug out of that small rifle. Really pushes that 45 colt to 44 magnum terroritory.

[@thowe7988]

Grabbed it by the horns and stayed with it cowboy. Pulled off a great video. I really like shooting 357 full house loads.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@jeremymcauliff8485]

Buffalo Bore loads some hot ammo. I've been using their stuff for years.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I like it.😎👍

[@mrshadow8096]

Being a mountain man, 357 can your best friend and not just your best friend it’s a life saver

[@TheAxe4Ever]

You stuck with it and got it done! Awesome rounds. I don’t expect anything less from Buffalo Bore! Get feeling better my friend. I’m not a drinker, but whenever I have a cold, I take the best medicine for it at the end of the days work. Have you a Jim and Ginger (Jim Beam and Ginger Ale) and hit the hay. Best cold medicine there is.

[@Wildwestwrangler]

Give me coffee whiskey and honey!!! 👍

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Being stuck inside this week from the rain gave me time to shake it, thank goodness!😎👊

[@TheAxe4Ever]

@@Wildwestwrangler Oh yeah! I haven’t had it with coffee. I should try it because I’m a bit of a coffeeholic. But I have done whiskey, honey and lemon juice before. My dear old grandmother swore by it and would sneak me a couple sips when I was a wee lad and had a cold. 😂

[@SwampBilly]

Great video. Hope you get some good weather this weekend. Y'all getting washed out over there. Im in west ky. We need some rain over here. Keep up the awesome work.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Gonna try to get back out Sunday and get some testing done.😎👊

[@skiphinson8620]

.357 MAG! A superb caliber.

[@mikeseier4449]

You’re right about that!

[@Andrew-bb1iq]

Everyone loves a good ramble

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@vincentlavallee2779]

Great video! The ,.57 Mag caliber is the most versatile of just about all calibers, especially if you add in the .38 spec ammo. I have had a Ruger Blackhawk 6 1/2" since 1965, and have shot thousands of rounds with it. I now also own a Ruger GP100 6" DA revolver. The most powerful .manufactrured .357 is from PPU, and it delivers 907 ft. lbs. (1,607 fps), supposedly out of a 6", although this may not be the exact barrel lenght since they do not say. But it is the most powerful .357 load that I have shot, which includes the Buffalo Bore rounds. I also use to reload my ammo back in the 60's and early 70's. And when I fired a 'super' load at dusk, it fired a 3' flame out the barrel! Another thing to point out is that hard cast bullets will penetrate a lot more, so you may want to try this on your next gel test. I also have an ammo/ballistics file that covers 35 handgun calibers and 25 rifle ones. The main purpose of this file is to order ammo online, and the ballistics info is needed to know what to order, as well as price, bullet type, availability, etc. There are over 3,500 entries in this file, where each entry is a link to a retail web page that sells that ammo. There is lots of other ammo info in the file as well. I originally built this file so I could buy ammo at the best price! If you or anyone is interested in getting this free file (PDF format), just click on my name here, then click on 'About', and either email me or go to ,y website and find the file (military ballistics). It is basically too wide and too long to handle on a cell phone.

[@The_Hi_Life]

HOT🔥STUFF!!! Nice seeing some full house 357s perform.

[@ToolsandTargets]

🔥😎🔥

[@allenbolen9705]

I really miss your test. That being said 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻 you get to feeling better! I can tell by your eyes that you’re feeling rough. Take it easy brother and get some rest! If it was possible I would bring you some homemade chicken soup. I have struggled with allergies myself. Manukau honey and ginger tea 🍵 in the diet worked wounded for me. I don’t have any Buffalo bore ammunition. It’s a little to expensive for me.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you, my friend. Appreciate that!😎👊

[@joeyphillips1181]

Those are some awesome 357 loads I usually use Remington HTP & Hornady critical defense in 357 mag but I want to get some of those now lol

[@ToolsandTargets]

I just wish I could get them locally.

[@joeyphillips1181]

​@@ToolsandTargetsI can't get much that I really want locally.. I usually have to go online for my go to rounds.. I wonder why the wound channel looks so different between all the rounds out of the 6"

[@PropsandWings]

Buffalo Bore makes some hot stuff with good rounds; I ran their .45-70 Government 405 grain +P in my Henry and it was one heck of a shoulder punch. Almost felt like shooting a .375 H&H lol.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Ooof!😆😆😆

[@l.a.3887]

That Buffalo bore is some really good stuff I love your channel man and all of the truth that comes from you appreciate you brother keep up the good fight thanks 👍

[@haroldhatcher1239]

Very good performance from both projectiles. I would use them for self defense or hunting. Thank You for another great video Tools

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@robertwess4556]

Another great ammo test

[@bigtrev761]

🇦🇺😎👍Good morning Sir , happy Saturday. . I just got up , haven’t even had a stiff coffee and it’s straight into the Tools & Targets…SHOOT !?….love that Snake gun ….great velocity ….pooor jelly contraption….🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣at a guess if you were putting down an animal there would be no salvaging the meat 🥩 🤣…wow excellent results mate…yep dead ☠ is dead . .🏁 Wonderbar 🏁… You’ve got me in the mood now for the range , thankyou Sir. Catch you on the next one , hope you’re feeling better

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. I was about 30 seconds away from emptying every shotgun I own into that jelly contraption!😂😂😂

[@Lateralus1007]

Python very accurate Remember the barrel sits lower than the sights I had a CZ that was extremely accurate and always hit low but grouped sOoOoo tight I feel the python is in the same league

[@josephpacchetti5997]

Now Those Are Some Sho Nuff 357 Magnum Rounds, I don't know if they would penetrate a vest, but they would put a hurtin on you, and might knock you on your butt, I've got to procure another Gp-100, 4", Thanks Brian, hope you feel better soon. 👍 😎

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Definitely some powerhouse rounds here.😎👊

[@Dwayne7834]

Thanks for the gel test and video. Good performing rounds. The longer barrel is always a big difference in my opinion.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. It had these things movin!🔥😎🔥

[@jonpinkston]

If I'm incorrect please correct me. I looked into 357 mag alittle bit, the info i got was that manufacturers reduced the psi down to stop the rounds from cracking smaller framed revolvers. I understand it that Buffalo Bore loads their 357 at the original psi.

[@ToolsandTargets]

I imagine that's one of the reasons used.

[@PileofBrass]

The new Pythons are known for the rear sight walking.

[@ToolsandTargets]

🤔

[@OfficialMINIm]

1500 fps out of a handgun is insane level of power. Even by modern standards, it’s quite impressive. 357 magnum is hard to dispute.

[@billdye3530]

Either in a good revolver or a lever action that would be great for hunting medium size game. Don't need 10mm when you've got good 357 loads & in a purtier firearm. Thanks & get better. 🙏 👍

[@ToolsandTargets]

Very true. These things mean business.😎👊

[@chretired]

Few test and interesting results Tools. Theses rounds just plain work. They load the way a round should be loaded, just wish the price was more reasonable. Get some rest and get better. Be vigilant and always be safe my friend.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. They are definitely pricey. Especially when you keep blasting them off target!😂😂😂

[@ru2yaz33]

I remember when Buffalo Bore had all their handgun ammunition in the same big box...

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@iamnitrox]

Pythons have a tapered barrel that is designed to give you more accuracy (This is just what people say on lots of forums). The lockup and barrel geometry of rugers and smiths provide for higher FPSs and lower accuracy - not that you'd ever notice from behind the wheel, though.

[@waynefelton6413]

ALWAYS enjoy your videos Tools, VERY informative and validates why I carry BB in my 357. Get better my friend and 'Thanks' again for all the hard work you put in for these quality videos!

[@Rundu1987]

Man that's hot stuff. Wish we had buffalo bore here in South Africa.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Smokin!😎👊

[@OoogaBoog]

I chrono'd their 158 with my 18" lever, and I got 2232fps. No lie. Buffalo Bore knows what they're doing.

[@cworsf]

Nice test. I shoot the Buffalo Bore 180 Gr. Hard Cast in a 6 inch S&W 686 Plus .357 with excellent results on wild hogs in AL. I bought 12 boxes in early 2020 right before prices went nuts. Once these are gone, may have to switch to the same load from Underwood.

[@ToolsandTargets]

😎👊

[@deanhoward4128]

I still have my 686! 6 shot- 3&1/2 barrel ( Former N.M. State Police issue) it is the most accurate revolver I own!

[@hoffpbass]

Double taps Not Required with these loads. Wow. 👍

[@ToolsandTargets]

That's a fact.😎👊

[@kenworland1865]

Nice!!! I did see heat waves coming from your hat! 😂😂😂👊👍💥

[@ToolsandTargets]

😂😂😂

[@wandahelmer1038]

Buffalo bore never fails to perform great. PS hope your feeling better.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate that! Definitely back in business after this week.😎

[@normanmallory2055]

I’ve carried the .357 mag for over 55 years and EDC my choice is 158 grain ! 168 grain hard cast Keith SWC when I’m in Bear country !!

[@armorist6570]

Oh wow, .357s actually have recoil? Carl’s dad had me thinkin otherwise! That show was so silly with guns😂 But BuffaloBore aint silly with ammo ill tell ya that much!

[@ToolsandTargets]

😂😂😂

[@robwilson3749]

If David Copperfield can make the Statue of Liberty disappear on live television, then Buffalo Bore can make magic happen too.

[@ToolsandTargets]

💥🧙‍♂️💥

[@davidgaines8607]

Just put this one in your pocket and know we weren't laughing "at" you ... just laughing with you . We can all relate. Get well.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Appreciate ya, brother!😎👊

[@thatoneguywithtwothumbs]

Really liking the look of the 158gr .357mag for deer season

[@exothermal.sprocket]

One suggestion: You could use shooting sticks for the gel test, to really steady your shot. Save on shots, gel, cost.

[@LuckyDog350X]

I don't remember Rick having to take that many shots to hit his target 🤣 On a more serious note though I think maybe you were just off your game a bit, it is tough being out there to get shit done when you don't feel good. Have a good one brother see you on the next one.

[@dentalnovember]

Who is Rick?

[@ToolsandTargets]

The jelly didn't have a head to pop!😆😆😆 😎👊

[@travisbell9014]

Good stuff. I think the 10mm is worth buying but not the .357. There's a lot of good 357 rounds out that are cheaper. Great video

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir.😎👊

[@vincentlavallee2779]

Unless you are pretty much a pistol advocate, the .357 Mag is far better than the 10 mm. There is so much variation in the .357 ammo, especially if you factor in the .38 spec ammo. But on top of that, the .357 is considerably more powerful. It max's out at 907 ft. lbs. (PPU), and the 10 mm max's out at 740 ft. lbs. (Underwood). That makes the .357 24% more powerful.

[@bryantitus6634]

​@@vincentlavallee2779I believe the original comment was referring to the fact that the 10mm buffalo bore AMMO was worth buying, but several much cheaper AMMO in .357 runs right with this buffalo bore ammo so the price premium isn't worth the extra cost. I'll agree that with any barrel length over about 5", the .357 separates itself from the 10mm in terminal performance. The 10mm hangs with it up to about 6" long slides (which is about a 4.5" barrel compared to a revolver as autos include the chamber in barrel length) but after that the options for 357 are much more. And carbines are readily available.

[@MrBuffaluffagus]

Another great test! Feel better man! We'll all be here for some 'Got rid of that cold and feeling all better jelly time'

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Appreciate ya!😎👊

[@choppermike3329]

We haven't seen the sun for a few days here in N. Va. Great test, impressive stats and wound channels. Love those .357s! Thank you sir!😎

[@ToolsandTargets]

Same here. Finally cleared up today.😎👊

[@stangaloski4208]

That's handload speed right there! Impressive a factory round being pushed that hard. Totally safe to do it but most factory stuff is Totally nurtured

[@ToolsandTargets]

🔥😎🔥

[@waynefelton6413]

I've found that Buffalo Bore is usually truthful with their bullet performance. I've never been let down and because of their quality ammo, I'm well stocked in their 357 mags. 👍

[@davidc5027]

From what I understand those were the original 357 loads. Smith and Wesson changed the standard many years ago, so the J frame wouldn't fall apart. I wouldn't run too many of those rounds through the new Python.

[@raybo34]

The test I've been waiting for, BB heavy out of a 3 inch. Still truckin' at almost 1250 at 50 yards. That Python gave you a fit. Dang, 780 ft/lbs out of the Python. Now that's a man stopper for sure. Thanks so much for that 3 inch test. Right now I running 158gr HTPs which performed well in your tests. Hope you get to feeling better.

[@ToolsandTargets]

Thank you sir. Started to wonder if I was gonna run out of ammo.😂

[@raybo34]

@@ToolsandTargets 😂😂😂

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Alaskan tester achieved 1,000 ft-lb energy from a 180gr Buffalo Bore in 1 shot out of 6 from a 6-inch GP100.

[@PerceptionVsReality333]

​@@exothermal.sprocket I have a stainless 6" Ruger GP100 & I always get very high speeds with it. My friend has a S&W 686 6" but for whatever reason it's always about 100 fps slower than the Ruger.

[@exothermal.sprocket]

@@PerceptionVsReality333 That's interesting. I'm guessing it has to do with S&W bore. The original Colt Python, for example, used a tapered barrel bore that got tighter and tighter by diameter from the base of the forcing cone to to the muzzle. They did it originally for accuracy reasons, but it always made slow velocities. I don't think S&W tapers their bores but something else might be going on too.

[@frank6029]

Both did absolutely fantastic but the Python is no joke this is a great gun Stay Safe and God Bless 🙏🙏

[@ToolsandTargets]

Love it! Thank you sir.😎👊

[@eddiearchuleta615]

Buffalo bore currently uses xtp they used to use gold dot