Step into the future of personal protection with Underwood Ammo's revolutionary .38 Special +P 100gr Xtreme Defender Copper Solid Monolithic ammunition. This round pushes the boundaries of what's possible in a compact revolver cartridge, offering unparalleled performance in a familiar package. The solid copper Xtreme Defender bullet, weighing in at a carefully optimized 100 grains, harnesses advanced fluid dynamics to create multiple wound channels without relying on traditional expansion. With a velocity of 1300 fps and 375 ft-lbs of energy, this ammunition transforms your .38 Special into a formidable defense weapon, capable of penetrating barriers while minimizing the risk of over-penetration – a crucial factor in urban self-defense scenarios.
Product Highlights:
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Underwood Ammo |
| Caliber | .38 Special +P |
| Bullet Weight | 100 grains |
| Bullet Type | Copper Solid Monolithic (Lehigh Defense Xtreme Defense) |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1300 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 375 ft-lbs |
| Sectional Density | .110 |
| Rounds Per Box | 20 |
| Case Material | Nickel-plated brass |
| Reloadable | Yes |
Key Features:
The Underwood Ammo .38 Special +P 100gr Xtreme Defender offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense and hunting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:
| Bullet Type | Copper Solid Monolithic Provides consistent performance and penetration |
| Bullet Weight | 100 grains Optimized for balance between velocity and energy |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1300 fps High velocity for improved terminal performance |
| Muzzle Energy | 375 ft-lbs Significant energy transfer for stopping power |
| Case Material | Nickel plated brass Enhances corrosion resistance and feeding reliability |
Applications & Use Cases:
- Self-Defense: Designed for personal protection in concealed carry and home defense scenarios
- Law Enforcement: Suitable for law enforcement agencies as a duty or backup ammunition
- Target Practice: Can be used for training and familiarization with .38 Special +P firearms
- Competitive Shooting: Suitable for certain competitive shooting disciplines allowing +P loads
Pros and Cons:
Pros
- ✔ High Velocity: 1300 fps muzzle velocity provides excellent penetration and stopping power.
- ✔ Solid Copper: Monolithic copper design ensures consistent expansion and weight retention.
- ✔ Xtreme Defender Technology: Optimizes tissue disruption and wound channels.
- ✔ +P Pressure: Increased pressure for enhanced performance in self-defense situations.
- ✔ Nickel Plated Brass Case: Provides improved feeding and corrosion resistance.
Cons
- ✘ Increased Recoil: +P pressure and high velocity produce more felt recoil than standard loads.
- ✘ Firearm Compatibility: Not suitable for use in firearms not rated for +P ammunition.
- ✘ Overpenetration Risk: May increase penetration; careful placement needed.
- ✘ Cost: Specialty defensive ammunition is typically more expensive than standard target loads.
About Underwood Ammo:
Underwood Ammo, founded in 2013 by Kevin Underwood, has quickly become a leading manufacturer of high-performance ammunition. Based in Sparta, Illinois, Underwood Ammo is known for pushing the boundaries of ballistic performance. The company specializes in producing some of the most powerful commercially available ammunition on the market. Underwood Ammo's commitment to innovation and quality has earned them a reputation among shooting enthusiasts, competitive shooters, and self-defense practitioners. Underwood Ammo is particularly recognized for its +P and +P+ loads, which offer increased velocity and energy compared to standard ammunition while maintaining safe pressure levels for modern firearms.
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