
PMC Bronze .357 Mag 158gr JSP Ammo
All PMC Bronze .357 Mag 158gr JSP Ammo Prices
DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
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SG Ammo | 1000 | $499.00 | $0.00 | $499.00 | $0.50 |
BulkAmmo.com | 1000 | $489.00 | $23.16 | $512.16 | $0.51 |
Lucky Gunner | 1000 | $499.00 | $23.99 | $522.99 | $0.52 |
Sentry Ammo | 500 | $255.85 | $17.99 | $273.84 | $0.55 |
Fast Ammo | 500 | $239.32 | $37.99 | $277.31 | $0.55 |
Ammo.com | 1000 | $544.99 | $23.99 | $568.98 | $0.57 |
Black Basin Outdoors | 500 | $277.14 | $16.99 | $294.13 | $0.59 |
Fast Ammo | 50 | $23.85 | $14.99 | $38.84 | $0.78 |
SG Ammo | 50 | $26.95 | $12.00 | $38.95 | $0.78 |
Sentry Ammo | 50 | $29.53 | $11.99 | $41.52 | $0.83 |
Ammo.com | 50 | $27.99 | $17.15 | $45.14 | $0.90 |
Lucky Gunner | 50 | $29.00 | $17.15 | $46.15 | $0.92 |
BulkAmmo.com | 50 | $29.25 | $17.02 | $46.27 | $0.93 |
Black Basin Outdoors | 50 | $31.57 | $16.99 | $48.56 | $0.97 |
Similar Products Compared
PRODUCT | WEIGHT | TYPE | VELOCITY | ENERGY | BC | PRICE/RD |
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158 gr | JSP | 1471 fps | 759 ft-lbs |
$0.50
1000 Rounds
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158 gr | JHP | 1250 fps | 548 ft-lbs |
$0.55
500 Rounds
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125 gr | JSP | 1450 fps | 548 ft-lbs | 0.125 |
$0.77
1000 Rounds
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158 gr | LSWC | 1235 fps | 535 ft-lbs |
$0.78
1000 Rounds
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158 gr | FMJ | 1263 fps | 560 ft-lbs | 0.184 |
$0.56
1000 Rounds
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158 gr | JSP | 1240 fps | 539 ft-lbs | 0.2 |
$0.55
1000 Rounds
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All PMC Bronze .357 Mag 158gr JSP Ammo Specs
Product Overview
PMC's Bronze .357 Mag load delivers serious authority with its 158gr JSP configuration, pushing impressive velocities that translate to real-world effectiveness. At 1471 fps, this round packs enough punch for both defensive situations and medium game hunting, particularly when you're working within 50 yards. The jacketed soft point design ensures controlled expansion while maintaining enough penetration to get the job done, whether you're facing a defensive scenario or tracking deer in dense brush.
What sets this round apart is its practical versatility backed by consistent performance. When you need to transition from range practice to field use, this load maintains point-of-impact consistency that lets you train with the same rounds you'll carry. The brass casing and moderate pressure levels make it especially suitable for revolvers like the Ruger GP100 or Smith & Wesson 686, where you'll appreciate the manageable recoil during extended practice sessions. For hunters who prefer handgun hunting in thick cover, the 158gr weight offers enough momentum to push through light brush without excessive deflection.
The 759 ft-lbs of muzzle energy positions this round right in the sweet spot for serious applications while remaining controllable enough for follow-up shots. When your day starts at the range and might end in the field, this ammunition proves its worth without requiring you to swap loads. The brass construction ensures reliable feeding and extraction, while PMC's consistent loading practices deliver the kind of predictable performance that experienced shooters demand.
Pros and Cons
Advantages
- 1471 fps velocity rating makes it well-suited for hunting medium game at moderate ranges
- 158gr JSP design offers good expansion while maintaining sufficient penetration
- 759 ft-lbs of muzzle energy provides reliable stopping power for defensive situations
- Good balance between penetration and expansion for general-purpose use
Disadvantages
- Velocity may be too high for optimal indoor home defense due to overpenetration risks
- JSP design can be prone to feeding issues in some lever-action rifles
- May not expand reliably at longer ranges where velocity drops significantly