.85, 90 and 95 grain ammo are differing masses of the bullet. +P refers to the pressure when the round is fired. I don't know whether or not .380 comes in a +P , but calibers that do
come in a +P will be designated on the head stamp.
Others have covered the technical info. Idk why you'd want +p 380 anyways. If you need more stopping power for a defensive load it's time to move up to the 9mm. Other than that +p doesn't make very good range ammo, and in a direct blowback operated weapon could be very dangerous. Especially since there is no SAAMI rating, the pressures can range extensively.
I DON"T want +p. I was told it might damage my gun. I wasn't sure whether the +p is ALWAYS marked on there, or whether I was supposed to know some other way. LIke I said....extreme noob here, and I don't really have anyone to ask questions around here. I appreciate all the info, everyone.
My manufacturer says not to use +p, so I was trying to avoid it. I was confused by whether +p is ALWAYS marked, or if I was supposed to know with some other stat on the box. Clearly I am knowledge deficient, this was stated early on by me. If anyone has any good reference material I would be grateful for a referral. I need something that isn't hypertechnical, much like a "Handguns and Ammo for Dummies". I don't know anybody with guns, so I have nobody to ask or talk to.
All ammunition designations will be stamped on your gun. I agree with others and cannot find any data for +P or +P+ for a 380. Regardless, if the gun accepted those cartridges, it would be imprinted on the gun, usually along the barrel or the slide. Do not use any cartridge not specifically designated for the gun, the best that happens is the gun is damaged, the worst that happens is you or someone close by is damaged when it comes apart during firing.
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