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Why customers choose this item
✓38 Special handgun ammo
✓90 grain FlexTip bullet
✓1200 fps muzzle velocity
✓25 rounds per box
✓Critical Defense Lite
✓Hornady manufacturer
Product highlights
38 Special handgun ammunition designed for personal protection and reduced recoil use
90 grain FlexTip bullet optimized for controlled expansion and manageable recoil
Muzzle velocity rated at 1200 feet per second for effective performance
Critical Defense Lite series focused on lighter recoil shooting experience
Packaged in 25 round box suitable for carry or range training
Hornady production ensuring consistent expansion and reliable defensive performance
Product description
The Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special 90 Grain Flex Tip 25 Round Box is a handgun ammunition designed for personal protection use. This Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special load uses a 90 grain FTX bullet and is configured for standard pressure operation with a listed muzzle velocity of 1,200 feet per second.
The Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special 90 Grain Flex Tip handgun ammunition features a 38 Special caliber cartridge with a 90 grain bullet weight and Flex Tip projectile design. It is packaged in a 25 round box and categorized under handgun ammunition for defensive carry and concealed use. This product is used for applications requiring controlled expansion and consistent ignition. In typical setups, the Hornady Critical Defense line utilizes nickel-plated cases and low-flash propellants, supporting use in compatible 38 Special revolvers for routine carry.
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