Speer 23970GD Gold Dot Personal Protection – 40 S&W | 165gr Hollow Point

The .40 S&W was built for duty use, and the Speer 23970GD Gold Dot Personal Protection 40 S&W 165gr Hollow Point is the load that defined its defensive standard. Trusted by law enforcement agencies across the country and loaded with Speer's Uni-Cor bonded Gold Dot bullet, this round delivers the consistent expansion, deep penetration, and shot-to-shot reliability that full-size and compact .40 S&W platforms demand. If you carry or shoot a .40, this is the benchmark it's measured against.

Key Features

• Uni-Cor Bonding Process: The jacket is bonded to the core one molecule at a time from the very start of construction — virtually eliminating core-jacket separation for reliable expansion and maximum retained weight
• 165gr Standard Velocity: The most popular .40 S&W defensive weight — balancing velocity, recoil, expansion, and penetration for optimal all-around terminal performance
• Precision Hollow Point: Engineered cavity geometry delivers consistent, controlled expansion across a wide range of velocities and barrier conditions
• Law Enforcement Proven: Gold Dot is the #1 load chosen by law enforcement agencies — the same load, the same standards, available for personal protection
• Speer Quality Standards: Every round loaded to tight tolerances for consistent velocity, reliable feeding, and shot-to-shot accuracy

Specifications

• Caliber: 40 S&W
• Bullet Weight: 165 Grains
• Bullet Style: Gold Dot Hollow Point
• Rounds Per Box: 20
• Item #: 23970GD
• Manufacturer: Speer Ammo

Built for duty, home defense, and serious personal protection, the Speer Gold Dot 23970GD is the standard by which .40 S&W defensive ammunition is judged. Load what law enforcement loads.