DoubleTap 44 S&W Spl 240gr SWC Home Defense Ammunition - 20 Rounds

The DoubleTap 44 S&W Spl 240gr SWC home defense ammunition delivers proven stopping power in a cartridge engineered for standard pressure operation. Whether you're defending your home, cabin, or camp, this 240-grain hardcast SWC (Semi-Wadcutter Keith style) round is built for reliable performance in any .44 Special revolver in good working condition. DoubleTap loads each box with 20 rounds of consistent, hand-crafted ammunition you can trust when it counts.

The 240-grain projectile is a time-tested profile favored by serious .44 Special shooters for its combination of penetration and terminal performance. Loaded to standard pressure specifications, this ammunition operates safely across the full range of .44 Special revolvers without the wear or stress of magnum loadings—a practical choice for everyday carry or home defense where reliability and shooter control matter as much as raw power.

Ballistics vary with barrel length: from a 6.5-inch barrel, expect 920 feet per second and 451 foot-pounds of energy. The same load clocks 800 fps from shorter barrels like a 2.5-inch Ruger Alaskan, demonstrating the real-world velocity you'll see depending on your revolver's configuration. This consistency makes it easier to train, practice, and trust your setup before you ever need it.

DoubleTap's reputation rests on attention to detail and quality control—the kind of ammunition that shooters who know their guns actually choose to carry. If you run a .44 Special and want ammunition built with the precision and pressure discipline that keeps your firearm running smoothly for decades, this is a load worth knowing about.

Key Features

• 240-grain hardcast SWC (Keith style) projectile for proven penetration and terminal performance
• Standard pressure loading safe for all .44 Special revolvers in good condition
• 20 rounds per box for convenient carry and practice
• Consistent ballistics across different barrel lengths
• Hand-crafted by DoubleTap Ammunition, known for quality and precision

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this ammunition work in my .44 Special revolver?

Yes, DoubleTap 44 S&W Spl ammunition is loaded to standard pressure and is safe for use in any .44 Special revolver that is in good mechanical condition. Standard pressure means less wear on your firearm than magnum loadings.

What kind of performance should I expect from the 240-grain hardcast bullet?

The 240-grain SWC hardcast design is known for reliable penetration and terminal performance. From a 6.5-inch barrel, this load delivers 920 fps and 451 foot-pounds of energy. Shorter barrels will see lower velocity—for example, a 2.5-inch Ruger Alaskan produces approximately 800 fps.

Is this ammunition suitable for home defense?

DoubleTap designed this as a home defense load, and the combination of standard pressure operation, hardcast construction, and proven bullet design makes it a practical choice for that role in a .44 Special revolver.

How many rounds are in a box?

Each box contains 20 rounds of ammunition.