DPX or HST

[bryant29063]

OK...I know this question has probably been asked and the (multiple) answers are buried deep in the bowels of this forum...but I am too lazy to look for them.

So, what are your opionions on the DPX and the HST defensive round. It will be carried in my daily G27 rig as well as be kept in my bedside beauty...G23.


Your comments are appreciated.

[Rugby]

Neither. SXT gets my vote.

[thebuzzard]

OK, I hope I don't start something here but this is my opinion.

I LOVE the DPX and it is my absolute first choice for my 23 and 27.

That said, I usually fill the G23 with 180 grn HST and keep it in the night stand. The HST is a super expander and I can shoot it very well. Inside the house I want the expansion and not so much the barrier penetration.

I carry the G27 a lot while in the car and there I would prefer the DPX for its superior barrier work. If you ever had to shoot thru auto glass, the DPX has a better chance of hitting your POA. Most non bonded bullets change their track to varying degrees when the hit auto glass. Especially an angled windshield.

So, in the carry weapon, if in or around cars a lot, I would go with DPX and, if you cannot afford DPX another bonded round like a Gold Dot.

For the in-home Glock, the HST is a great choice.

All that said, most any modern SD round will be fine in most situations as long as you can put the round in the right place.

So I guess this was all a waste of typing...... Oh well.