Speer’s Gold Dot was the first handgun ammunition to feature true, bonded-core bullets. Using the exclusive Uni-Cor method, Speer bonds the jacket to the core one molecule at a time during the initial stages of bullet construction, virtually eliminating core-jacket separation. Available in loads for both standard handguns and short barrels, Gold Dot offers options to suit various shooting platforms.
Each Gold Dot hollow point cavity is specifically tuned by caliber and bullet weight to deliver optimum performance. The hollow point cavity is formed in two stages: the first stage establishes maximum expansion potential, while the second stage controls the rate of expansion. This patented two-step cavity formation process provides Speer engineers with precise control throughout design and manufacturing. The 45 ACP 185 Grain load is engineered for optimum expansion and penetration, then finished with a smooth profile to ensure reliable feeding in semi-automatic handguns.
Gold Dot ammunition is tested against the stringent protocols developed by the Federal Bureau of Investigation for service-class handgun cartridges. These evaluation tests measure penetration, expansion, and retained weight in both bare gelatin and gelatin protected by common barriers, ensuring Gold Dot performs when you need it most.
