38super vs 7.62.25

gunney_m · 11-17-2007, 08:12 PM

Would you consider 7.62.25 more powerful than 38super because of it's velocity? I am either going to buy a CZ 52 or a Star modelo super. Since the
Star may need to be modified to fire the common 38super I may just buy the CZ 52. I have fired my brother in law's and I have to say it has a more stout recoil than my 9mm. Any information on the CZ 52 and comparison to the 38super would be greatly appreciated.

Big Dog · 11-18-2007, 11:55 AM

It becomes pretty much personal preference. The CZ52 load gives better penetration, but with a smaller bullet. The 9mm Largo/.38 Super have a heavier bullet, better suited to a good hollow-point for more damage, but not as much penetration. You decide which way you want to go.
Economically, I think the CZ52 is the better buy - lower priced gun and more available parts and magazines, and more available surplus ammo.
Check out Sportsman's Guide for the Bulgarian 7.62X25 ammo - $89.97 for 800 rounds. Good stuff, though it IS corrosive. Clean accordingly!

gunney_m · 11-18-2007, 05:13 PM

Thanks.

11-17-2007, 08:12 PM	#1
gunney_m Banned Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Muskogee,Ok Posts: 1,931	38super vs 7.62.25 Would you consider 7.62.25 more powerful than 38super because of it's velocity? I am either going to buy a CZ 52 or a Star modelo super. Since the Star may need to be modified to fire the common 38super I may just buy the CZ 52. I have fired my brother in law's and I have to say it has a more stout recoil than my 9mm. Any information on the CZ 52 and comparison to the 38super would be greatly appreciated.

11-18-2007, 11:55 AM	#2
Big Dog Moderator Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Tallahassee, Florida Posts: 10,361	It becomes pretty much personal preference. The CZ52 load gives better penetration, but with a smaller bullet. The 9mm Largo/.38 Super have a heavier bullet, better suited to a good hollow-point for more damage, but not as much penetration. You decide which way you want to go. Economically, I think the CZ52 is the better buy - lower priced gun and more available parts and magazines, and more available surplus ammo. Check out Sportsman's Guide for the Bulgarian 7.62X25 ammo - $89.97 for 800 rounds. Good stuff, though it IS corrosive. Clean accordingly! __________________ Moderator of: AR15/M16, M14/M1A, New/Beginning Shooters and Militaria/Collectables.

11-18-2007, 05:13 PM	#3
gunney_m Banned Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Muskogee,Ok Posts: 1,931	Thanks.