Discover uncompromising performance with Speer's .327 Federal Mag Gold Dot Personal Protection ammunition. This meticulously crafted 100-grain Hollow Point (HP) round harnesses the full potential of the .327 Federal Mag cartridge, offering an exceptional blend of velocity, energy, and terminal performance. The Gold Dot technology ensures controlled expansion upon impact, maximizing tissue disruption while maintaining optimal penetration depths. Whether you're a seasoned shooter or a newcomer to personal defense, this ammunition provides the reliability and stopping power you need to face any threat with confidence.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Speer |
| Model | Gold Dot Personal Protection |
| Caliber | .327 Federal Magnum |
| Bullet Weight | 100 grains |
| Bullet Type | HP (Hollow Point) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1500 fps |
| Muzzle Energy |
500 ft-lbs |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Casing Material | Nickel-Plated Brass |
| Recommended Use |
Personal Protection, Home Defense |
Key Features:
The Speer Gold Dot Personal Protection .327 Federal Magnum 100 Grain Hollow Point Ammunition offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense and hunting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Caliber | .327 Federal Magnum Powerful cartridge for small frame revolvers |
| Bullet Weight | 100 grains Optimized for balance of penetration and expansion |
| Bullet Type | Gold Dot Hollow Point Engineered for reliable expansion and weight retention |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1500 fps High velocity for improved terminal performance |
| Quantity | 20 rounds per box Convenient packaging for practice and carry |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Personal Defense: Ideal for concealed carry and home defense situations due to its reliable expansion and penetration characteristics.
- Law Enforcement: Trusted by police agencies worldwide for its consistent performance through various barriers.
- Small Game Hunting: Suitable for hunting small to medium-sized game when used in appropriate firearms.
- Target Practice: Can be used for training and familiarization with your .327 Federal Magnum firearm, though primarily designed for defensive use.
- Backup Gun Ammunition: Excellent choice for backup guns or small frame revolvers carried by law enforcement or civilians.
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ High Velocity: 1500 fps muzzle velocity provides excellent stopping power and terminal performance.
- ✔ Gold Dot Technology: Utilizes Speer's renowned Gold Dot hollow point design for reliable expansion and penetration.
- ✔ Personal Protection: Specifically designed for self-defense applications, offering optimal performance in critical situations.
- ✔ Versatile Caliber: .327 Federal Magnum offers increased capacity in revolvers compared to larger calibers like .38 Special or .357 Magnum.
- ✔ Consistent Performance: Engineered to deliver consistent expansion and penetration through common barriers encountered in self-defense scenarios.
Cons
- ✘ Recoil: The high velocity of the .327 Federal Magnum cartridge may produce significant recoil, especially in smaller firearms.
- ✘ Limited Firearm Options: Fewer firearms are chambered in .327 Federal Magnum compared to more common calibers like 9mm or .38 Special.
- ✘ Ammunition Availability: .327 Federal Magnum ammunition may be less readily available than more popular calibers in some areas.
- ✘ Cost: As a specialized personal protection round, it may be more expensive than standard target or practice ammunition.
About Speer:
Speer, a division of Vista Outdoor Inc., has been a leading manufacturer of high-quality ammunition since 1943. Founded by Vernon Speer in Lewiston, Idaho, the company continues to operate its primary manufacturing facility there. Speer is renowned for its innovative Gold Dot technology, which has made it a preferred choice among law enforcement agencies worldwide. The company's commitment to quality and performance is evident in products like their Personal Protection line, which includes the Gold Dot hollow point ammunition. Speer's dedication to research and development has resulted in consistently reliable and effective ammunition for both professional and civilian use.
