Is a 357 SIG more powerful than a 40 caliber?

Depending on the bullet weight, the . 40 Smith and Wesson produces between 468 and 588 ft-lbf of muzzle energy. The . 357 Magnum, again depending on bullet weight, produces between 539 and 583 ft-lbf of muzzle energy.

Is 357 SIG good for self defense?

357 SIG remains a very capable self-defense choice. Indeed, several law enforcement agencies continue to use the cartridge to this day in SIG P229 or Glock 31 handguns with a great deal of success. While there aren’t nearly as many good .

Should I buy a 357 SIG or a 40 S&W?

But if you had to choose between the 40 S&W and the 357 SIG, you’d probably do better to pick the 40 S&W. Its greater affordability alone will let you train more. With better skills any slight performance variations between the two are liable to become moot quickly.

What is the down side of the 357 SIG Sauer?

The down side… it is even more expensive than 40. At the end of the day, they are both recoil beasts and more expensive than other rounds that I think are just as capable of doing the job. If you don’t mind snappy, and you got the dough for ammo, go with the .357 Sig, and at least get the energy you deserve.

How big is a 357 SIG bullet?

With its 125 grain bullet, it was designed to deliver the same performance as a 357 Magnum load when fired from a 4” revolver barrel. That the 357 SIG has the same digits in its name as the round it took inspiration from is no coincidence. (Its bullet is, in fact, .355” in diameter.)

Why is the 357 SIG muzzle flash so bright?

Many shooters mention the 357 Sig muzzle flash is especially bright for a pistol load. Bright muzzle flash can be disastrous, as it will cause a shooter’s vision to deacclimate to low light. As the result, the first shot you fire out of a 357 SIG pistol may be the last you’re able to line up accurately in the dark.