.380 ACP Buffalo Bore 90-grain JHP

by
posted on June 1, 2011
380-acp-buffalo-bore-90-gr-jhp.jpg

Of late, at the urging of Cabela's, Buffalo Bore is offering several loads for the .380 ACP cartridge. This particular load relies on a Sierra 90-grain JHP bullet. Expansion was wide, as was the wound cavity. Next to Buffalo Bore's +P .380 ACP load, this is the fastest 90-grain load I've tested from a .380 ACP. Recoil out of the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard was quite tolerable.

Load MV (fps) PEN (inches) EXP (inches) RW(grains)
.380 ACP Buffalo Bore 90-grain JHP 986 10.0 0.60 90

Latest

Outdoor Edge EDC Knives
Outdoor Edge EDC Knives

First Look: Outdoor Edge EDC Knives

Six new blades built for convenience.

MIM Myths

Metal-injection molding (MIM) creates complex, durable and reliable metal parts in things we use daily. Its ability to churn out high volumes at reduced cost endeared it to the firearm industry decades ago. Despite that fact, gun companies we asked about the process were tight lipped.

Bring A Gun To A Knife Fight?

In the battle between a firearm and a knife, the gun always wins, right? Right? 

First Look: SK Customs Lost State of Montezuma 1911

A custom pistol to commemorate a pivotal moment in American history.

First Look: Hawke Optics Frontier Reflex Sight

Available with three different mounting options.

Bond Arms Celebrates 30th Anniversary

Once known just for derringers, the company continues to diversify.

Interests



Get the best of Shooting Illustrated delivered to your inbox.