Last reviewed: 2026-04-17 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For large-game hunters who count on a revolver when the range closes fast, the Buffalo Bore 44 Remington Magnum 305-grain flat nose brings terminal performance that round-nose designs leave on the table. Launching at 1325 fps from a six-inch barrel and delivering 1189 ft-lbs at the muzzle, this hard-cast, gas-checked bullet cuts a flat-fronted wound channel that stays on course through hide, muscle, and bone — achieving penetration depths exceeding three feet in ballistic media and animal tissue. Where lighter, faster hollow-points fragment or veer off-axis, the 305-grain flat nose smashes through, ensuring vitals are reached even on quartering shots into hogs, black bear, or moose.
Built for the Box
Buffalo Bore loads every case with powder selected for consistent ignition and chamber pressure, then seats a hard-cast 305-grain flat-nose bullet with a gas check that protects the base during barrel transit and keeps leading to a minimum across hundreds of rounds. The flat nose itself is not an aesthetic choice — it’s geometry that prevents the bullet from tumbling when it encounters dense tissue, maintaining straight-line travel where round-nose projectiles deflect. Brass cases carry boxer primers, making each hull reloadable for handloaders who want to tailor charge weights to their platform. Because the alloy is harder than jacketed lead, expansion is minimal; what you gain is depth, not diameter, and that depth is what stops a charging animal before it covers the last ten yards.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 44 Remington Magnum |
| Bullet weight | 305 Grains |
| Bullet type | Flat Nose (Hard Cast, Gas Checked) |
| Muzzle velocity | 1325 Feet Per Second |
| Muzzle energy | 1189 Foot Pounds |
| Rounds/box | 20 Round |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | Buffalo Bore |
This load is safe in any steel-frame revolver or lever-action rifle chambered in 44 Remington Magnum that is in serviceable condition. It is not suitable for scandium or aluminum-alloy revolvers due to recoil forces exceeding the frame’s design envelope. From an 18.5-inch Marlin carbine, velocity climbs to 1779 fps, delivering rifle-class energy at ranges inside 100 yards. Browse the full 44 magnum ammo category for alternative bullet weights and profiles suited to plinking, target work, and bear defense.
Safe Handling & Compliance
Federal law requires purchasers to be at least 18 years old for rifle and shotgun ammunition, and at least 21 for handgun ammunition. Ammunition cannot be shipped to certain states, counties, and cities — review our ammunition shipping restrictions before ordering. Store ammunition in a cool, dry location away from heat sources and out of reach of unauthorized users.
- Follow the four universal rules of firearm safety at all times — treat every firearm as loaded, never point at anything you are not willing to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire, and know your target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify that your firearm is chambered for 44 Remington Magnum and that the frame material is steel before loading this ammunition. Consult your owner’s manual or a qualified gunsmith if uncertain.
- This ammunition contains lead, a substance known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling ammunition and fired cases, and ensure adequate ventilation when shooting indoors.
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