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Is the .357 Magnum the Most Versatile Handgun?

While 9mm semi-auto pistols may be more popular, is the .357 Magnum revolver still the most versatile handgun?

Is the .357 Magnum the Most Versatile Handgun?

When it comes to a “do it all” handgun the .357 Magnum is hard to beat. Shown here is a faithful representation of the original .357 Magnum. This Model 27 Classic is shown with the "king of self-defense," the Federal Classic 125-grain semi-jacketed hollow point.

Three decades ago, if you asked anyone who was a handgunner or firearm enthusiast, "What’s the best handgun for self-defense or woods carry?" the majority of the time the .357 Magnum would have been their reply. Its high velocity, impressive terminal performance and deep penetration provides stellar performance not only in terms of self-defense, but also medium game hunting and steel silhouette shooting. Yet, in a duty-size revolver it was still controllable while also being capable of excellent accuracy. So, the topic I’m pondering today is, in a world of high capacity, double-stack semi-autos, does the .357 Mag wheelgun still have a place? Or has the king been...

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