Speer Gold Dot Features The Speer Gold Dot rifle bullet in .22 caliber uses the same atom-by-atom bonding process found in Speer s duty ammunition fusing the jacket to the lead core so the two cannot separate during expansion. That bonded construction is the reason Gold Dot bullets are trusted by law enforcement agencies since it delivers immediate threat-stopping performance along with nearly complete weight retention after impact. The uniform jacket that results from this process also contributes directly to extreme accuracy because inconsistencies in jacket thickness are one of the more common causes of bullet-to-bullet variation. At 75 grains and .224 inch diameter this bullet suits a range of .22 caliber rifle platforms loaded for personal protection or varmint applications. Reliable expansion and consistent penetration through common barriers are hallmarks of the Gold Dot design qualities that matter whether the end use is personal protection or controlling destructive varmints in the field. Because the core and jacket never separate this bullet avoids the inconsistent terminal performance that can plague cheaper non-bonded designs when striking intermediate barriers. Sold in a 100-count box this component bullet gives handloaders enough supply to work up a dedicated .22 caliber load and verify its performance across multiple range sessions. Speer s long track record in bonded bullet technology makes the Gold Dot line a dependable choice for reloaders who want duty-grade performance built into their own handloads. Speer Gold Dot Specifications Manufacturer: Speer Model: Gold Dot Caliber: .22 Cal Bullet Diameter: .224 Grain: 75 Gr Bullet Type: JSP Count: 100 Bullet Material: Jacketed Lead Available At: GrabAGun