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Originally posted by benevolent tyrantThat big .45 slug packs a hell of a whallop and is guaranteed to "put down" even the most fervant and zealous opponent.
Originally posted by northwolf
9mm Parabellum has been in use for about a century in most parts of the world, and only americans are bitching about it's stopping power
Originally posted by ShadowXIX
I personally think the armed services should use the FN Five-Seven. The ballistics of its 5.7x28mm AP are amazing. Ive seen them shoot through both sides of a bullet proof vest and a Nato helmet.
Originally posted by DeusEx
Quick, use an EVEN SMALLER BULLET!
I've heard great things about the 5.7mm's ability to penetrate armor, and to do damage once it's penetrated.
However, I've also heard that on unarmored targets, you might as well be heaving rocks.
DE
I dont want to hear about the ''The Hague Convention'' and hollow points either the US is not a ratified member of it.
Originally posted by SportyMB
I dont want to hear about the ''The Hague Convention'' and hollow points either the US is not a ratified member of it.
Are you saying the US does NOT use hollow point rounds?
[edit on 23/9/2005 by SportyMB]
Originally posted by ShadowXIX
You wont be complaing about the stopping power of the 5.7 x 28 as your 9mms and .45s are being stopped dead by your targets body armour. Those are about as effective as throwing rocks when a enemy is armoured. Actually a rock might be more effective.
Originally posted by warpboost
A 9mm is not something to laugh at by any means, but I think some of the newer rounds are better. I was wondering if anyone knows the ballistics pof a .357 sig vs. 10mm vs. .40 cal. Which round is the best in your opinion and why?