Remington Golden Saber Defense .380 ACP 102 Grain Brass Jacketed Hollow Point (MPN: 27605)
Concealed carry permit holders, off-duty officers, and personal defense strategists relying on micro-compact .380 ACP handguns face a unique challenge: light high-velocity bullets often lack sufficient penetration depth, while standard jacketed rounds can fragment or fail to expand at short-barrel velocities. Remington engineered their Golden Saber Defense 102-grain Brass Jacketed Hollow Point (BJHP) load specifically to overcome these micro-compact defensive limitations. Purpose-built to maximize terminal weight retention and heavy tissue disruption out of pocket-sized carry pistols, this heavy-for-caliber defensive loading delivers match-like accuracy and barrier-blind performance when every second counts.
At the core of Remington’s Golden Saber lineup is a heavy 102-grain brass-jacketed hollow point bullet constructed from high-tensile cartridge brass (70/30 copper-zinc alloy). Unlike soft copper jackets that shed mass easily, the stiffer brass jacket controls expansion and resists deformation through heavy clothing and denim barriers. Precision spiral nose cuts and a serrated cavity wall work together to initiate rapid, mushroom-style expansion into a wide diameter without stripping off the jacket wall. This heavy mass and rigid jacket binding allow the bullet to retain maximum energy and drive deep into vital target zones.
Out on the range or in personal defense encounters, expect clean primary ignition, smooth feed-ramp entry, and controllable recoil dynamics. Propelling its 102-grain BJHP bullet at a factory muzzle velocity of approximately 940 FPS, this heavy .380 Auto load creates a smooth recoil impulse that promotes fast follow-up target acquisition. Remington seats these precision-formed bullets in nickel-plated drawn brass cases charged with low-flash propellants and non-corrosive boxer primers, providing maximum corrosion protection inside daily carry holsters, slick feeding across tight magazine lips, and preserved night vision during low-light defense encounters.
Armorer Bench Notes & Technical Maintenance Guidance
Shipping Restrictions: Ammunition sales are strictly regulated. Check all state and local laws prior to ordering. Cannot ship to PO Boxes, APO/FPO addresses, or internationally. Must ship via ORM-D / Hazardous Ground transport.
Armorer Tip: Heavy 102gr .380 ACP bullets feature a slightly longer bearing surface than standard 90gr loads. This nose profile feeds exceptionally smoothly across steep feed ramps in popular micro-pistols (like the Ruger LCP, Sig P238, or Glock 42). To maintain 100% feeding reliability, inspect nickel-plated cases for lint or sweat accumulation monthly and rotate daily carry ammunition on an annual basis.
Key Features
- High-Tensile Brass Jacket (BJHP): Tougher 70/30 brass jacket controls expansion and resists jacket-core separation through heavy barriers.
- Heavy 102-Grain Payload: Heavier projectile mass maximizes downrange momentum and drives deeper through tissue zones compared to lighter 90gr options.
- Precision Spiral Nose Cuts: Pre-cut jacket serrations initiate uniform, wide-diameter expansion at short-barrel velocities.
- Slick Nickel-Plated Cases: Resists sweat and environmental holster corrosion while enhancing feeding lubricity across slide rails.
- Low-Flash Defense Powders: Specially formulated propellant charge suppresses muzzle flash to protect night vision during low-light engagements.
Product Specifications
- Brand: Remington Ammunition
- Product Line: Golden Saber Defense Series
- MPN: 27605
- UPC: 047700488806
- Caliber / Gauge: .380 ACP (.380 Auto / 9x17mm Browning)
- Bullet Weight: 102 Grain
- Bullet Type: Brass Jacketed Hollow Point (BJHP / Golden Saber)
- Muzzle Velocity: ~940 FPS (Standard Test Barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: ~200 ft-lbs
- Casing Material: Nickel-Plated Brass (Reloadable)
- Primer Type: Boxer (Non-Corrosive)
- Box Quantity: 20 Rounds per Box
- Case Quantity: 500 Rounds (25 Boxes)
