Speer 64gr Gold Dot vs IMI 77gr OTM

[gregshin]

I would like your opinions on the Speer 64gr Gold Dot vs the IMI 77gr OTM.

I will be shooting from 11.5 inch and 14.5 inch barrels (both 1:7 barrels)...mainly the 11.5 as my go to.

Does the IMI offer barrier performance at all? I'm looking for SHTF ammo out of my short barrels.

[larryp]

What are the chances that you can realistically expect to have to shoot through a barrier? Unless it is something you expect to do a lot I wouldn't worry about it and just shoot whatever is most accurate out of your weapon.

[markm]

Agreed. If I were a patrol cop, I'd be interested in the bonded for autoglass, etc. The 77 OTM is so versatile and accurate, I'm all in on that bullet. You can always keep a mag of bonded around too.

[larryp]

Agreed. If I were a patrol cop, I'd be interested in the bonded for autoglass, etc. The 77 OTM is so versatile and accurate, I'm all in on that bullet. You can always keep a mag of bonded around too.

I'm also a fan of the 77 gr OTM simply because of how accurate it is out of my rifle. The terminal ballistics make for a good all around round and with me being a civilian the chances of needing to shoot through auto glass is slim. If need be I'll just put a few more rounds through it rapid fire. Plus IMI 77 gr. Razor is cheap compared to more exotic rounds.

[markm]

Agreed. If I have to shoot through a barrier, it's mag dump time.