Hornady 38 Special 110gr FTX Critical Defense Handgun Ammunition

Reliable Stopping Power with Low Recoil for Confident Personal Defense

Hornady 38 Special 110gr FTX Critical Defense Handgun Ammunition delivers superior performance when it matters most. Engineered specifically for defensive use, this ammo features Hornady’s patented FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding) bullet, designed to provide reliable expansion and optimal penetration through heavy clothing and barriers. With a low recoil profile, it’s ideal for use in compact revolvers and for shooters who demand manageable performance without compromising on effectiveness.

Key Features

• FTX Bullet Technology: Patented Flex Tip design initiates controlled expansion while eliminating clogging, ensuring consistent terminal performance.

• Optimized for Short-Barrel Firearms: Delivers effective velocity and energy from compact and subcompact revolvers.

• Low Recoil Design: Provides manageable recoil for faster follow-up shots and improved control.

• Nickel-Plated Brass Cases: Corrosion-resistant and smooth feeding; excellent for carry and storage.

• Clean-Burning Propellants: Reduces fouling for consistent performance and easier cleanup.

• Dependable in Critical Situations: Built to function flawlessly in defensive scenarios, even through heavy clothing barriers.

Product Specifications

• Caliber: .38 Special

• Bullet Weight: 110 grains

• Bullet Type: FTX (Flex Tip eXpanding)

• Muzzle Velocity: 1,010 fps

• Muzzle Energy: 249 ft-lbs

• Casing: Nickel-plated brass, reloadable

• Primer: Boxer

• Application: Personal defense, concealed carry

• Packaging: Typically sold in 25-round boxes

• Made in: USA

Benefits

• Trusted by civilian and law enforcement users for personal protection

• Delivers balanced performance with excellent expansion and deep penetration

• Designed to perform reliably in real-world self-defense scenarios

• Easy to shoot with low recoil, making it ideal for shooters of all experience levels

• Backed by Hornady’s commitment to quality and innovation

Hornady 38 Special 110gr FTX Critical Defense Handgun Ammunition offers a dependable, high-performance solution for concealed carry and home defense, ensuring peace of mind when every shot counts.

Ammunition Shipping Disclaimer:

Federal law mandates that you must be at least 18 years old to purchase rifles, shotguns, and their respective ammunition, and at least 21 years old to purchase all other firearms and ammunition. Ammunition will be shipped via ground service by the carrier of our choice to the contiguous 48 states only.  A street address is required for delivery. There is no option for shipping ammunition to international customers. 

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**WARNING:** This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information, visit www.P65Warnings.ca.gov