Last reviewed: 2026-04-18 by Jake Terry, FFL07/SOT3, NRA-certified firearms instructor.
For revolver shooters who venture into bear country or patrol hog-dense timber, the Underwood 44 Remington Magnum 245-grain Full Metal Jacket delivers the deep, nose-forward penetration that soft-point hunting rounds often lack. This is 44 Magnum ammo purpose-built for woods defense — a flat-nose FMJ that punches through dense muscle and heavy bone without deflection, clocking 1450 feet per second and 1144 foot-pounds of energy from a 7.5-inch barrel. Where a round-nose bullet tumbles on impact with thick hide or shoulder blade, the flat meplat on this 245-grain projectile maintains its axis, driving straight through the vitals of a charging boar or a defensive sow.
Built for the Box
Underwood loads this round in nickel-plated brass cases — a corrosion-resistant shell that feeds smoothly in cylinder throats, resists tarnish in leather holsters, and cleans up easily during reload prep. Boxer primers are non-corrosive; flash-suppressed powder preserves night vision during low-light encounters. The 245-grain copper-jacketed lead core sits in a case mouth that headspaces cleanly in .429-inch cylinder chambers, and the flat nose ensures reliable ignition under recoil in heavy-frame revolvers like the Ruger Super Redhawk or Smith & Wesson Model 629. Country of origin: United States. Each box holds 50 rounds; shipping weight is 2.785 pounds, and this product is DOT-regulated for ground transport only.
The Numbers
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | 44 Remington Magnum |
| Bullet weight | 245 grains |
| Bullet type | Full Metal Jacket (flat nose) |
| Muzzle velocity | 1450 fps (7.5-inch barrel) |
| Muzzle energy | 1144 ft-lbs |
| Rounds/box | 50 |
| Case | Nickel-plated brass |
| Primer | Boxer, non-corrosive |
| Reloadable | Yes |
| Lead free | No (lead core) |
| Intended use | Self-defense / woods defense |
| Manufacturer | Underwood Ammo (USA) |
The flat-nose profile and full-jacket construction make this round ideal for scenarios where over-penetration is acceptable — shooting through heavy brush at a hog, for instance, or stopping a bear that’s already inside your defensive perimeter. In revolvers with ported barrels or compensators, the flash-suppressed powder keeps muzzle signature manageable. For range training or hunting whitetail where expansion is desired, pair this load with a soft-point or hollow-point companion round from the same 44 Magnum ammo category to confirm point of impact.
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.
- Observe the four rules: treat every firearm as loaded, never point at anything you’re unwilling to destroy, keep your finger off the trigger until ready to fire, know your target and what’s beyond it.
- Verify that your state and local jurisdictions permit possession and use of 44 Magnum ammunition before ordering.
- California Prop 65: This product contains lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and reproductive harm. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
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