The Speer 23920GD Gold Dot Personal Protection ammunition delivers proven law enforcement performance in a 357 Magnum 125-grain hollow point configuration. This premium defensive round combines Speer's bonded-core technology with optimized expansion characteristics for reliable terminal performance.
What Makes This Different
Speer Gold Dot ammunition features a bonded-core construction where the lead core is molecularly fused to the jacket during manufacturing. This process eliminates core-jacket separation that plagues conventional hollow points, ensuring consistent weight retention and penetration depth. The nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion and provide smooth feeding in semi-automatic and revolver platforms.
Key Features
- Bonded-core hollow point bullet prevents jacket separation
- 125-grain projectile optimized for 357 Magnum velocities
- Nickel-plated brass cases for corrosion resistance
- CCI primers ensure reliable ignition in all conditions
- Uniform expansion through FBI protocol barriers
- Compatible with all 357 Magnum revolvers and carbines
- Law enforcement proven design with civilian availability
This load generates approximately 1,450 feet per second muzzle velocity from a 4-inch barrel, delivering substantial energy transfer while maintaining manageable recoil characteristics. The 125-grain weight provides an optimal balance between penetration depth and expansion diameter, meeting FBI standards for defensive ammunition performance. Gold Dot rounds demonstrate consistent accuracy across temperature ranges and maintain terminal effectiveness through heavy clothing, wallboard, and automotive glass.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 357 Magnum
- Bullet Weight: 125 grains
- Bullet Type: Bonded hollow point
- Case Material: Nickel-plated brass
- Primer: CCI non-corrosive
- Muzzle Velocity: ~1,450 fps (4-inch barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: ~583 ft-lbs
- Package: 20 rounds per box, 10 boxes per case
- Manufactured: United States
Speer Gold Dot represents the gold standard in defensive ammunition, trusted by law enforcement agencies nationwide for over three decades. The consistent performance and proven track record make this ammunition the logical choice for serious defensive applications where reliability cannot be compromised.