Speer Gold Dot .357 SIG 125gr JHP Ammo Ballistics
Nickel-Plated Brass Case • Gold Dot JHP • MPN: 23918GD
Speer Gold Dot .357 SIG 125gr JHP Ammo Ballistics
Nickel-Plated Brass Case • Gold Dot JHP • MPN: 23918GD
Trajectory @ 25yd Zero
| Range | Velocity | Energy | Drop |
|---|---|---|---|
| Muzzle | 1350 fps | 505 ft-lb | — |
| 5 yds | 1331 fps | 492 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 10 yds | 1314 fps | 479 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 15 yds | 1297 fps | 467 ft-lb | -0.0" |
| 20 yds | 1280 fps | 455 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 25 yds ⊕ | 1264 fps | 443 ft-lb | +0.0" |
| 30 yds | 1248 fps | 432 ft-lb | -0.1" |
| 35 yds | 1233 fps | 422 ft-lb | -0.2" |
| 40 yds | 1218 fps | 411 ft-lb | -0.3" |
| 45 yds | 1203 fps | 402 ft-lb | -0.6" |
| 50 yds | 1189 fps | 392 ft-lb | -0.9" |
| 55 yds | 1176 fps | 383 ft-lb | -1.2" |
| 60 yds | 1162 fps | 375 ft-lb | -1.6" |
| 65 yds | 1150 fps | 367 ft-lb | -2.1" |
| 70 yds | 1138 fps | 359 ft-lb | -2.7" |
| 75 yds | 1126 fps | 352 ft-lb | -3.3" |
| 80 yds | 1115 fps | 345 ft-lb | -3.9" |
| 85 yds | 1104 fps | 338 ft-lb | -4.7" |
| 90 yds | 1093 fps | 332 ft-lb | -5.5" |
| 95 yds | 1083 fps | 326 ft-lb | -6.4" |
| 100 yds | 1074 fps | 320 ft-lb | -7.4" |
Product Overview
Speer Gold Dot .357 SIG 125gr JHP has been a law enforcement standard for decades. The Gold Dot bullet uses a bonded core that keeps the jacket attached during expansion. At 1,350 fps with 506 ft-lbs of energy, this load gives you the terminal performance that made .357 SIG popular with agencies like the Secret Service and numerous state highway patrols.
The nickel-plated brass case handles the high chamber pressures of .357 SIG while feeding smoothly. Speer built the Gold Dot line around real-world shooting data from police departments, not just lab testing. The bullet opens consistently whether it hits at close range or after losing velocity at 25 yards. This matters in defensive situations where distances vary.
For concealed carry in a Glock 33 or backup duty in a P229, Gold Dot has the track record to trust. The bonded construction prevents core-jacket separation on angled impacts or after passing through intermediate barriers. If you want one defensive load you can count on, Gold Dot has earned that reputation through actual street performance.
- Bonded core prevents jacket separation on impact
- Decades of proven performance in law enforcement
- Consistent expansion across varied impact velocities
- Nickel-plated brass feeds reliably and resists corrosion
- Works through intermediate barriers without fragmenting
- Premium pricing typical of bonded bullets
- May be overkill for standard self-defense distances
- .357 SIG availability is spotty at many retailers
- Requires dedicated practice ammo to train affordably
All Speer Gold Dot .357 SIG 125gr JHP Ammo Prices
| DEALER | QTY | PRICE | SHIPPING | TOTAL | PRICE/RD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Gunner | 50 | $30.00 | $18.43 | $48.43 | $0.97 |