You are right there. I've only ever used lead though, no jacketed stuff really but I think I'll run a bunch of experiments when this one is done with a plethora of different bullets. If I like this revolver as much as i thnk I'm going to, I'm going to have jack make me more. 480 ruger in the ruger 44 special frame with a grip changing it to the bisley configuration. Small, light and packs a punch. Great backpacking weapon.