CCI Ammunition Gold Dot Features The CCI Ammunition Gold Dot .38 Spl +P load uses the Gold Dot Hollow Point bullet design which bonds the jacket to the lead core to keep the bullet intact through expansion rather than fragmenting on impact. That bonded construction helps the 125 grain projectile retain the weight needed to reach adequate penetration depth after passing through clothing or other light barriers common in defensive encounters. The +P pressure loading increases muzzle velocity over standard pressure .38 Special ammunition giving the round more energy to drive consistent expansion in short-barreled revolvers and pistols. This combination of bonded construction and increased velocity makes the load a proven choice among concealed carriers and duty shooters alike. Gold Dot ammunition is loaded to consistent standards for reliable feeding and ignition which matters when a defensive round has to work without hesitation. The nickel-plated or brass cartridge case boxer primer and CCI s quality control combine to deliver dependable cycling in revolvers and semi-automatic pistols chambered in .38 Special that accept +P pressure loads. Shooters who carry a snub-nose revolver or compact .38 pistol for daily defense gain a round designed specifically to perform at the shorter barrel lengths and closer distances typical of personal protection scenarios. CCI Ammunition Gold Dot Specifications Brand: CCI Ammunition Line: Gold Dot Caliber: .38 Spl +P Bullet Weight: 125 gr Bullet Type: Gold Dot Hollow Point Available At: GrabAGun