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    Default 9mm 115 Grain VS 9mm 147 Grain for 3" Barrel

    I just bought my first concealed handgun. I went with the Springfield XD 3" Sub-Compact 9mm (13+1 & 15+1). So, I also picked up some ammo. I got the last box of American Eagle 115 Grain FMJ 9mm (50 per box). I also picked up 4 boxes of American Eagle 147 Grain FMJ Flat Point 9mm (50 per box).

    My question is this: How big of a difference will the 147 Grain be compared to the 115 Grain? Less accuracy? Shorter distance? More recoil?
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    Default Re: 115 Grain VS 147 Grain for 3" Barrel

    I'm very interested to see the answers of thegroup as well. I have a couple short barreled 9mm's and I still trying to settle on a carry ammo.
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    Default Re: 9mm 115 Grain VS 9mm 147 Grain for 3" Barrel

    you will feel a bit more recoil. the terminal performance will also be enhanced.

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    Default Re: 9mm 115 Grain VS 9mm 147 Grain for 3" Barrel

    I load the 147 in my .38 Super and like it so I tried some in my 9MM. Very nice. Just a bit more kick but for SD under 25 yards they are great. The point of aim at 25 yards is the same as with a 124gr but drops after that. The effect on a gallon jug of water is something to see.

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    Default Re: 9mm 115 Grain VS 9mm 147 Grain for 3" Barrel

    So, 147 grain is still good for target practice for under 25 yards? That's my main concern. I figured I'd use the 147 grain for target practice so I'm use to a heavy grain for when I carry 124 grain HPs.

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