Hard cast, JSP or JHP??

[kid44]

Considering using a 6" S&W L-Frame .357 for deer this season. Deer are thin skinned to begin with, what bullet would be better, hard cast, JHP or JSP.. Hard cast would most likely be a through and through with very little internal damage, same for JSP with maybe a little internal damage and the JHP may open up too much and not provide enough penetration. Any suggestions, other than use a bigger caliber? I really want to try the .357 and keep the range relatively short, similar to bow ranges.

 

[Gen273]

I think JSP.

 

[FLAK]

I'd find a 180gr. JSP or HP.
Probably a Buffalo Bore.

 

[Jacack]

I have taken a few deer with the Hornady flex tip ammo on 357 out of a smith trr8 and they shoot incredibly accurate out of mine and have dropped deer where they stand. If I had to complain it would be damage to meat if you hit the shoulder.

https://www.hornady.com/ammunition/handgun/357-mag-140-gr-ftx-leverevolution#!/

 

[Gen273]

Also, if you want to go with a HP, the Hornady XTP is an excellent choice.