RE: .38 defensive load....................
"I've used this one extensively.To prevent over penetration indoors ,load .38 Specials with a stardard primer /3 grains of Unique under a 148 grain hollow based wad cutter.[loaded upside down]Open cavity facing up.You will get about 8" penetration max. and the bullet will double it's diameter to a perfect mushroom.Accuracy is good and as long as you keep them under 900fps leading is a non issue.I believe Skeeter Skelton used this load while on Border Patrol in the 60's."
An OK State Trooper loaded200 rounds for me 30 years ago. i think he used Bullseye. My .357 Charter Arms Target Bulldog is loaded with them as we speak because it is so accurate with that load.