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The Speer Gold Dot has been the standard for personal protection ammunition for decades. This 230-grain load pairs the caliber's natural stopping power with a hollow point design engineered to expand reliably even at moderate velocities. What sets Gold Dot apart is the bonded core that fuses the jacket to the lead core at a molecular level, virtually eliminating separation on impact and ensuring superior weight retention.
The two-stage hollow point cavity is tuned to deliver consistent expansion across different scenarios, whether you're firing through heavy clothing or other intermediate barriers. The 890 fps velocity is moderate by design, letting the bonded construction do what it's built to do: penetrate to the required depth while expanding in a controlled manner. This balance is why the Gold Dot remains the choice of more than 3,000 law enforcement agencies.
Nickel-plated brass cases resist corrosion and feed smoothly in semi-automatic pistols. Sealed primers ensure ignition when you need it. Each round is manufactured to exacting standards that have earned Gold Dot its reputation as the ammunition that delivers when duty or defense calls for it. The rounds perform consistently from string to string, putting your confidence where it belongs: in the ammunition itself.
Speer Gold Dot uses a patented Uni-Cor bonded-core construction that fuses the jacket to the lead core at the molecular level. This virtually eliminates core-jacket separation on impact, ensuring superior weight retention and more predictable penetration compared to conventional hollow points. Combined with the two-stage hollow point cavity design, it delivers reliable expansion across a wide range of barriers and velocities.
Yes, the 230-grain Gold Dot in standard pressure is a solid choice for concealed carry, especially in full-size or mid-size pistols. It delivers excellent performance without excessive recoil, making follow-up shots manageable. The nickel-plated brass and sealed primers ensure reliable ignition. If you carry a compact pistol, Speer also offers a Short Barrel version specifically tuned for that application.
At 890 fps, this load is on the moderate to standard side for 45 ACP, which is intentional. The slower velocity keeps recoil manageable while the bonded-core construction is engineered to expand reliably at this speed. This is different from hot +P loads that sacrifice controllability for velocity. The Gold Dot design performs consistently at this velocity, making it a proven choice for both accuracy and reliability.
Yes, the nickel-plated brass cases are reloadable. The nickel plating actually provides benefits for reloaders including improved case durability, better corrosion resistance, and easier cleanup. Just ensure you're using proper reloading dies and following safe reloading practices for this caliber.
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 230 |
|---|---|
| Caliber/Gauge | .45 ACP |
| Case Material | Nickel-Plated Brass |
| Cost per Round | 1.85 |
| Grains | 230Gr |
| Length | 3 |
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 23966GD |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Gold Dot Hollow Point |
| Shipping Weight | 1.0 |
| Units per Box | 20 |
| UPC | 604544647280 |
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