.40SW

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Developed by Olin (Winchester) and Smith & Wesson, the new .40 S&W is destined to become the sensation of the 90`s. This cartridge is slightly shorter with less case capacity than the 10mm Auto. It is capable of producing real stopping power without excessive recoil and all in a very compact pistol.

The .40 S&W has been adopted by various police agencies, including the California Highway Patrol, after extensive testing proved it was much superior to the 9mm caliber. Recoil is not much more than a 9mm, so the average person would be able to handle its mild recoil easily.

Standard law enforcement loading is a 180 grain bullet at 950 fps from a 4 inch barrel, however bullet weights from 150 to 200 grain can be used with excellent results.

Cartridge:
.40 SW

Weight:
typical from 150 to 200 grain