In the remote wilderness, there is no 911, and yelling “Hey bear!” doesn’t always work. Stay at the top of the food chain – Hornady Backcountry Defense™ handgun ammunition.
For those backcountry encounters when a reliable round can be a lifesaver, Hornady introduces Backcountry Defense™ ammunition. Featuring the DGH™ (Dangerous Game Handgun) bullet, providing maximum penetration and no deflection, Backcountry Defense™ delivers peace of mind from your favorite backcountry sidearm.
Straightline Penetration
Protected point locks the bullet nose to the core to deliver maximum straightline penetration while limiting deflection.
Faster Followup
See the target ‑ unlike hard cast bullets, the jacketed DGH™ (Dangerous Game Handgun) bullet produces no lead smoke for faster follow‑up shots.
Increased Energy
Popular heavy‑for‑caliber bullet options for increased energy from your favorite backcountry sidearm.
