Disagree whole heartidly on the GC being an unnecessary cost and complication in handguns. For true magnum velocities with softer alloys that allow expansion the 358156 is very hard to beat as a primo hunting bullet in the .357 Magnum. Agree that the 358477 is also an excellent PB bullet for general shooting, practice and target work in the .357 magnum (.38 Special too). I would suggest getting those 2 moulds or the Lee 358-158-RF ifas the PB mould if $s are an issue.
Larry Gibson