Fort Scott Claw Defense 9mm 115gr Solid Copper – Rugged 20 Round Box

Description

The Fort Scott Claw Defense 9mm 115gr load is a 20 round box of 9mm Luger ammunition from Fort Scott Munitions, an American company in Fort Scott, Kansas. It uses a 115 grain solid copper flat nose bullet. Claw Defense is Fort Scott’s line built for protection against large animals rather than for target work.

Fort Scott Claw Defense 9mm 115gr Overview

Many hikers, anglers and hunters carry a 9mm in the backcountry because it is light and holds plenty of rounds, but standard hollow points are designed to expand quickly and can stop short on a large, heavy-boned animal. Claw Defense takes the opposite approach. Its 115 grain solid copper flat nose bullet is built to stay intact and drive deep, which is what matters most against thick hide and bone. Because the bullet does not expand, it relies on penetration and shot placement, so practice is essential.

In bear country, carry it alongside other tools such as bear spray, and follow local guidance on avoiding encounters.

Solid Copper Penetrator

Claw Defense rounds use a solid copper flat nose penetrator instead of an expanding bullet. The goal is straight-line, deep penetration through thick hide, muscle and bone, which is what matters most when stopping a large animal such as a bear. A flat meplat also transfers more energy than a round nose and resists deflection.

Non-Lead Construction

Because the bullet is a single piece of copper turned on a lathe, it contains no lead core. That makes it compliant in areas that restrict lead ammunition for hunting, and it reduces lead exposure at the range. Monolithic bullets are also longer than lead-core bullets of the same weight, so seating depth and case capacity are tuned specifically for each load.

Firearm Compatibility

Fire this ammunition in any firearm chambered for 9mm Luger, also marked 9x19mm or 9mm Parabellum. It is not +P according to the listing, so it is suitable for standard-pressure 9mm pistols. Do not fire it in 9mm Makarov, 380 ACP or 9×21 firearms. Flat nose bullets usually feed well, but confirm reliable function in your specific pistol before carrying it.

Accuracy and Testing

Every rifle and pistol has its own preferences. Before you hunt or carry with this load, fire several groups at your usual distance to confirm point of impact and function. Solid copper and brass bullets can shoot to a different point than lead-core loads, so a fresh zero check is always worth the time.

Recoil and Shootability

Recoil is similar to other 115 grain 9mm loads, which keeps follow-up shots fast and controllable. Practice drawing and firing quickly from the way you carry in the field, such as a chest holster, since that is how you would use it in an emergency.

Made in the USA

Fort Scott Munitions designs and manufactures its bullets and loaded ammunition in Kansas. The company holds patents on its tumbling bullet technology and offers it across a wide range of handgun and rifle calibers, from compact pistol rounds to magnum rifle cartridges.

Storage and Care

Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box, away from solvents and lubricants. Inspect cartridges before use and set aside any with dents, corrosion or loose bullets.

Specifications

• Brand: Fort Scott Munitions
• Caliber: 9mm Luger
• Bullet weight: 115 grain
• Bullet type: Solid copper flat nose
• Count: 20 rounds per box
• Lead-free projectile
• UPC: 758381722591
• Made in the USA

Before You Buy

Federal law requires buyers of handgun ammunition to be at least 21 years old when buying from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities restrict ammunition purchases, require background checks or limit shipping, so check your local rules before you order.

Who It Is For

The Fort Scott Claw Defense 9mm 115gr is a great fit for hikers, hunters and anglers who carry a 9mm in bear country and want a deep-penetrating solid copper load.

Buy the Fort Scott Claw Defense 9mm 115gr at MAG5 Firearms

MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Fort Scott Claw Defense 9mm 115gr online and we will ship it to you where state and local law allow, or browse our full selection of ammunition for more handgun loads. For factory details, visit Fort Scott Munitions.