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Speer Gold Dot LE Duty 38 Special Ammo 125 Grain Jacketed Hollow Point - 53722
Rated 4.77 out of 5 across over 86 verified reviews and growing, this Speer Gold Dot 38 Special load pairs a 125 grain Jacketed Hollow Point with Speer’s bonded-core Gold Dot duty design. Built for law enforcement and critical defense use, this Speer 38 Special ammo focuses on shot-to-shot uniformity, barrier performance, and weight retention.
If you are comparing Speer Gold Dot 38 Special 125 grain options, start here.
Why Shooters Choose Speer 38 Special
- Bonded Gold Dot Construction: The bonded core is designed to eliminate jacket-core separation, supporting consistent bullet integrity on impact.
- Duty-Focused Performance: Speer describes this as Gold Dot duty ammo for law enforcement and critical defense applications.
- Barrier-Ready Design: Each Gold Dot bullet is engineered for optimal performance through barriers, including challenging materials referenced by the manufacturer.
- Weight Retention: The bonded design supports superior weight retention when encountering bone or heavy clothing.
- Verified Ballistics: This 125 grain Jacketed Hollow Point is listed at 865 fps with 208 ft lbs of muzzle energy.
- Boxer Primed: The cartridge uses a Centerfire / Boxer primer, a common primer style for centerfire handgun ammunition.
- Practical Packaging: Available as a Box of 50 or Case of 1000 for shooters choosing smaller quantities or stocking deeper.
What Customers Say
For a Speer Gold Dot 38 Special 125 grain review snapshot, customers rate this load 4.77 out of 5 across over 86 verified reviews and growing, with over 72 five-star reviews and growing.
Great standard pressure personal defense ammunition. I have a 1958 production Colt detectives special and it’s perfect for this old pony.
Thomas M.
Clean and accurate .38 Special ammo produced by Speer Gold Dot. No issues with this ammo, very reliable round. Thanks Target Sports USA.
Terry L.
Good clean shoots well. Nice 38 Special ammo from Speer Gold Dot. Fast delivery from Target Sports USA!
Mike P.
What is the muzzle velocity of this Speer 38 Special 125 grain Jacketed Hollow Point?
The verified muzzle velocity is 865 fps. The verified muzzle energy is 208 ft lbs.
What are the correct ballistics for this 38 Special Gold Dot load?
The verified listing for Speer Gold Dot LE Duty 38 Special Ammo 125 Grain Jacketed Hollow Point shows 865 fps and 208 ft lbs. If you saw conflicting ballistic information elsewhere, use the verified specs shown here for MPN 53722.
Is this Speer Gold Dot 38 Special ammo +P?
The manufacturer copy identifies this LE Gold Dot Duty load as 38 Special +P. Use +P ammunition only in firearms rated for +P use, and confirm your revolver’s manual or manufacturer guidance before firing it.
What makes this Gold Dot 38 Special load suited for duty or defense?
Speer states that Gold Dot duty ammo is engineered for law enforcement and critical defense needs. The bonded core is designed to prevent jacket-core separation, support weight retention, and perform through barriers.
What does Jacketed Hollow Point mean for 38 Special ammunition?
A Jacketed Hollow Point is a handgun bullet design commonly used for defensive ammunition. In this Speer Gold Dot 38 Special load, the JHP is paired with a bonded core to help maintain bullet integrity on impact.
What packaging options are available?
This Speer 38 Special ammo is listed in a Box of 50 and a Case of 1000. Choose the box for a smaller purchase or the case when you want more ammunition on hand.
About Speer 38 Special
Speer Gold Dot 38 Special ammunition is built around a bonded Jacketed Hollow Point, a bullet style generally selected for defensive use where controlled expansion and penetration are important. Speer’s Gold Dot design bonds the jacket and core together, helping the projectile stay intact instead of separating during impact.
This Speer Gold Dot 38 Special 125 grain load is intended for duty and critical defense needs, with manufacturer-stated FBI test protocol compliance and shot-to-shot uniformity. The 38 Special platform remains a common revolver chambering, and +P ammunition should be used only in firearms rated for that pressure level.
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For shooters selecting 38 Special ammunition for duty, defense, or serious carry, Speer Gold Dot remains a familiar option in the Speer lineup. Choose a Box of 50 for smaller needs or a Case of 1000 when stocking bulk ammo, and verify +P suitability for your firearm before use.
| Field | Details |
| MPN | 53722 |
| UPC | 076683537225 |
| Manufacturer | Speer Ammunition |
| Platform | Handgun |
| Ammo Application | Personal Protection / Law Enforcement |
| Ammo Type | Jacketed Hollow Point |
| Caliber | 38 Special |
| Grain Weight | 125 |
| Quantity Per Package | Box of 50 / Case of 1000 |
| Test Barrel Length | Not Provided |
| Muzzle Velocity | 865 fps |
| Muzzle Energy | 208 ft. lbs |
| Ballistic Coefficient (G1) | Not Provided |
| Case Type | Nickel Plated |
| Primer Type | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead Free | No |
| Staked Primer | Not Provided |
| Country of Origin | USA |
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