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Buffalo Bore's Heavy load for .44 Special brings real stopping power to the round without the aggressive recoil of its Magnum counterpart. This isn't stripped-down target ammo. The 180-grain jacketed hollow point uses a Barnes X-type bullet design, which means a monolithic copper construction that stays together on impact rather than fragmenting like traditional lead-core projectiles. What you get is consistent expansion on soft tissue combined with impressive penetration that won't quit prematurely when it hits bone.
The load delivers 1150 feet per second and 543 foot-pounds of energy from a test barrel, though your real-world results will vary depending on your gun's barrel length. This isn't theoretical lab data either. The company shoots their published velocities from actual production firearms, not hand-picked test barrels, so you know what you're getting when the round leaves your gun.
One of the smart design choices here is compatibility. This load is safe for all .44 SPL handguns and rifles except the Charter Arms Bull Dog revolver. It's also safe to shoot in any .44 Magnum-chambered firearm, giving you flexibility if you have guns in both calibers. The brass casings are new and reloadable if that matters to your workflow. Buffalo Bore specifically engineered this for .44 Special platforms, combining the benefits of the classic cartridge's more manageable recoil with modern bullet technology that delivers on stopping power.
Yes, this load is safe to fire in any .44 Magnum-chambered firearm. The .44 Special round is shorter and lower pressure, so it cycles fine in Magnum guns. This gives you flexibility to practice with lighter recoil or use it as a backup load without worrying about firearm compatibility. Just remember you cannot do the reverse—firing .44 Magnum ammo in a .44 Special-only gun is dangerous.
The Bull Dog's design handles the pressures of this heavy load differently than other .44 SPL guns. While one or two rounds won't destroy the gun, sustained shooting can wear out the revolver's timing and lock-up over time. Buffalo Bore makes other .44 Special loads specifically designed for Charter Arms firearms if you own one of those revolvers.
It's a monolithic copper bullet construction instead of a traditional lead core with copper jacket. The solid copper design means the bullet won't fragment or lose weight on impact. It expands reliably while maintaining most of its original mass to push through dense material like bone. That combination of expansion plus deep, consistent penetration is what makes this bullet design effective.
The .44 Special has significantly softer recoil than the Magnum. While this 180-grain load is still a substantial cartridge, it's noticeably more comfortable to shoot and easier to manage for follow-up shots. If you're sensitive to recoil or want to minimize fatigue during extended shooting, the Special is a practical choice without sacrificing stopping power compared to lighter Magnum loads.
Yes, these come as new brass cases that can be reloaded. If you handload, you've got good-quality brass to work with. Keep in mind the heavy powder charges and pressures in this load mean you'll want to follow Buffalo Bore's published data or trusted load manuals specific to this cartridge.
| Caliber/Gauge | .44 S&W Special |
|---|---|
| Case Material | Brass |
| Cost per Round | 2.40 |
| Grains | 180 gr |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 14A20 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 651815004433 |
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