What is better hollow point or soft point?

Advantages of Soft-Point Bullets The main advantage of a soft-point bullet is the balance between expansion and penetration. Hollow points, on the other hand, expand rapidly and expel all their energy quickly. Among the most common bullet types, they are the quickest to expand, but do not penetrate as deeply.

What does PSP stand for in ammo?

Pointed Soft Point (PSP) bullets have sharp lead nose, which cause the bullets expansion when hitting and aerodynamically shaped ogival part which provide better ballistic coefficient and maximum striking energy at longer ranges.

Are soft point bullets good for deer?

Compared to hollow point bullets, soft points expand less rapidly, allowing for deeper penetration. Soft point bullets offer a great balance between expansion and penetration. With enough penetration to reach deep-set vital organs, soft points also deliver enough expansion to carve a lethal, fast-acting wound.

Is it illegal to use hollow point bullets?

Yes, hollow-points are illegal. In fact, the overwhelming majority of law enforcement officers in the country are carrying hollow-point ammo in their duty guns as you read this. While difficult to measure, one can assume that most legally armed citizens are also carrying hollow-point ammunition.

What is the difference between soft point and hollow point?

Hollow Point Hollow point bullets have a concave center that is usually lined with lead or similar material. There are also soft point bullets which fill a gap between full metal jacket and hollow point ammunition. Both hollow and soft point bullets are designed to expand upon impacting a target while fragmenting inside.

What is a hollow point bullet?

Hollow points are quick expanding bullets, but due to this they will not penetrate as deeply as soft points. Hollow points will also cause sever tissue damage which may be of concern to those who are harvesting game strictly for table fare.

What is the difference between Full Metal Jacket and soft point bullets?

Hollow and soft point bullets can produce enormous carnage inside of a target. Instead of passing straight through a target like their full metal jacket counterparts, they expand, fragment and shred. Soft point bullets are also known to bounce around inside of a target as well. One bullet can cause multiple injuries in different locations.

Are soft-point bullets effective for hunting?

Soft-point bullets are also effective for firearms that may have feeding issues with hollow points. For example, if you are hunting with a lever-action rifle that has a tube magazine, you may find that hollow-point bullets jam together.