This Tactical Short Barrel 357 Magnum load is ideal for the concealed, defensive and duty carry purpose found in smaller revolvers. For those who wish to carry a 357 magnum revolver for potential "conflict resolution," these Buffalo Bore loads put an end to the "tactical" drawbacks associated with regular 357 magnum ammo. It is great for use in longer barreled firearms, too.
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Typical full power .357 Magnum loads present several tactical challenges for self-defense and duty use, especially in shorter, lighter revolvers commonly used for concealed carry:
Muzzle Flash: Can be blinding, particularly from short barrels.
Recoil: May hinder fast follow-up shots, posing a life-threatening risk.
Report (Sound Level): Extremely loud and potentially causes permanent hearing damage, especially indoors.
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Buffalo Bore’s Tactical Short Barrel .357 Magnum loads are designed to overcome these issues, making them ideal for concealed, defensive, and duty carry in compact revolvers.
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Muzzle Flash:
Uses flash-suppressed powder to prevent blinding in low-light situations.
Over 90% of civilian defensive shootings occur in low light—this load helps maintain visibility after firing.
Reduces the risk of missing a threat due to temporary blindness from muzzle flash.
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Recoil:
Short-barreled, lightweight revolvers amplify felt recoil.
This load is not a full-power “barn burner,” resulting in significantly reduced recoil.
Still powerful enough for effective defense, while allowing faster follow-up shots.
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Sound Report:
Full-power .357 Magnum rounds are deafening, especially indoors or in vehicles.
This load is less damaging to hearing, though hearing protection is still recommended when possible.
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For those who carry a .357 Magnum revolver for personal protection, Buffalo Bore’s Tactical Short Barrel loads eliminate the tactical drawbacks of traditional full-power ammo.
These loads are also suitable for use in longer-barreled firearms.
