Sig P365 AXG 9mm VS Kimber K6S 357 Magnum Penetration Test!

Published on July 13, 2025
Duration: 10:22

This video conducts a penetration test comparing the Sig P365 AXG Legion (9mm) and the Kimber K6S (357 Magnum/38 Special). It measures projectile velocity and penetration depth through paper targets, highlighting the performance differences between calibers and ammunition types. The test aims to inform viewers about the effectiveness of 357 Magnum versus 9mm in a self-defense context.

Quick Summary

In a penetration test comparing the Sig P365 AXG Legion (9mm) and Kimber K6S (357 Magnum/38 Special), 9mm FMJ ammunition penetrated the deepest. The Sig P365 AXG achieved 1180 ft/s with FMJ and 1150 ft/s with HST hollow points, while the Kimber K6S recorded 1240 ft/s for 357 Magnum and 640 ft/s for 38 Special.

Chapters

  1. 00:17Introduction
  2. 00:25Kimber K6S Snubnose Overview
  3. 00:33Sig P365 AXG Legion Overview
  4. 00:55Test Objectives: 357 Mag vs 9mm
  5. 01:05357 Magnum Velocity
  6. 01:1138 Special Velocity
  7. 01:289mm Velocity
  8. 01:35Ammunition Types: HST vs FMJ
  9. 01:59Penetration Test Setup
  10. 02:24Loading the Kimber K6S
  11. 03:06Shooting the 9mm
  12. 03:59Shooting the 38 Special
  13. 04:10Shooting the 357 Magnum
  14. 04:27Garmin Chronograph Test Setup
  15. 05:24Measuring 9mm FMJ Velocity
  16. 05:46Measuring 9mm HST Velocity
  17. 06:13Measuring 38 Special Velocity
  18. 06:43Measuring 357 Magnum Velocity
  19. 07:09Examining 357 Magnum Penetration
  20. 08:15Examining 9mm Penetration
  21. 09:04Comparing 9mm and 357 Magnum Penetration
  22. 10:04Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the measured velocities for 357 Magnum and 38 Special from a 2-inch barrel?

From a 2-inch barrel, the Kimber K6S recorded 1240 ft/s for 357 Magnum and 640 ft/s for 38 Special. The claimed velocity for 38 Special was 770 ft/s, indicating a significant velocity loss from the shorter barrel.

How did 9mm FMJ and hollow point ammunition perform in the penetration test?

The 9mm FMJ ammunition penetrated the furthest, nearly passing through the entire paper target bundle. The 9mm HST hollow points showed fragmentation and penetrated to a depth comparable to the 357 Magnum JSP soft point.

Which caliber penetrated the deepest in the Sig P365 AXG vs. Kimber K6S test?

In this specific test, the 9mm FMJ ammunition penetrated the deepest. While the 357 Magnum showed significant power and expansion, the non-fragmenting nature of FMJ allowed it to travel further through the paper targets.

What was the measured velocity for the Sig P365 AXG Legion 9mm?

The Sig P365 AXG Legion 9mm pistol achieved a velocity of 1180 ft/s with FMJ ammunition and 1150 ft/s with 124-grain HST hollow points during the test.

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