Hornady Critical Duty 357 Magnum 135gr FlexLock

Hornady Critical Duty 357 Magnum Ammunition

Critical Duty ammunition represents the pinnacle of defensive handgun ammunition design. Originally developed to meet the exacting standards of law enforcement and tactical professionals, this ammunition is now available to civilian shooters who demand the same level of performance and reliability.

Barrier-Blind Performance

This ammunition is specifically engineered to perform consistently when fired through common urban barriers—glass, drywall, steel, and other obstacles that might degrade lesser ammunition. The FlexLock bullet maintains its terminal performance characteristics regardless of what it passes through before reaching its target.

Advanced Bullet Design

The FlexLock projectile incorporates two critical innovations:

• Flex Tip Design: The patented Flex Tip initiates consistent expansion on every shot while preventing the clogging that plagued earlier hollow-point designs
• InterLock Band: This heavy-duty jacket-to-core band locks the bullet and core together, ensuring maximum weight retention and proven terminal performance through all FBI test barriers

Superior Construction

• High-Antimony Lead Core: Extremely tough construction delivers controlled expansion for unparalleled consistency
• Nickel-Plated Cases: Resist corrosion and enhance visibility during low-light chamber checks
• Cannelured Bullet with Crimped Case: Prevents bullet setback during feeding
• Low-Flash Propellant: Helps preserve your vision in low-light scenarios

Specifications

• Caliber: 357 Magnum
• Bullet Weight: 135 grains
• Muzzle Velocity: 1275 feet per second
• Muzzle Energy: 487 foot-pounds
• Quantity: 25 rounds per box

Made in the USA to exacting standards, Critical Duty ammunition delivers the performance you need when it matters most.