Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, lifelong hunter.
For handgun hunters who demand precision terminal performance from a 44 Remington Magnum hunting ammo platform, the HSM Pro Pistol Hunter delivers 300-grain Sierra Sports Master Jacketed Soft Point bullets at 1250 feet per second, generating 1041 foot-pounds of muzzle energy. The Sierra Power Jacket features serrated expansion lines that control petal formation across a wide velocity window, ensuring consistent weight retention and maximum energy transfer on whitetail, hogs, and black bear at handgun ranges. Loaded in reloadable brass cases with non-corrosive Boxer primers, this ammunition balances field utility with moderate recoil, making it suitable for extended carry and follow-up shot accuracy.
Performance at a Glance
HSM sources Sierra’s proven Sports Master projectile—a design refined over decades of hunting field trials. The jacketed soft point construction initiates expansion on impact while the thick jacket base resists fragmentation, driving penetration through heavy muscle and bone. At the published 1250 fps from a revolver-length barrel, energy delivery remains above 900 ft-lbs at 50 yards, sufficient for ethical kills on deer-sized game. Each case mouth is chamfered for smooth feeding in both revolvers and lever-action carbines chambered in 44 Magnum ammo.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 44 Remington Magnum |
| Bullet weight | 300 grains |
| Bullet type | Jacketed Soft Point (Sierra Sports Master) |
| Muzzle velocity | 1250 fps |
| Muzzle energy | 1041 ft-lbs |
| Rounds/box | 50 |
| Case | Brass |
| Primer | Boxer |
| Corrosive | No |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Intended use | Hunting |
| Manufacturer | HSM |
Reloadable brass cases permit shooters to tailor handloads for specific revolvers or carbines, extending the utility of the initial component investment. The non-corrosive formulation ensures clean storage and extended barrel life when carried in the field across humid or wet environments.
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.
- Treat every firearm as if it is loaded; keep muzzle pointed in a safe direction; keep finger off the trigger until ready to fire; be sure of your target and what lies beyond it.
- Verify current state and local regulations governing ammunition purchases and possession before ordering.
- This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm — consult Proposition 65 warnings.
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