Description
The G2 Research Telos 38 Special 105gr load, item G00618, is a 20 round box of 38 Special +P ammunition from G2 Research, loaded with a 105 grain solid copper Telos fracturing hollow point bullet. It is designed to give short-barreled revolvers a more effective defensive load.
G2 Research Telos 38 Special 105gr Overview
The 38 Special remains one of the most common carry cartridges thanks to compact revolvers that are simple and reliable. Its weakness is velocity, especially from a short barrel, which can keep conventional hollow points from expanding. Telos approaches the problem differently: the 105 grain machined copper bullet is built to fracture into separate pieces on impact rather than rely on full expansion. Loaded to +P pressure, it gives a snub-nose revolver a lighter, faster bullet with a wider wound pattern than a typical 38 Special load.
How the Telos Bullet Works
Telos is a fracturing copper hollow point built around controlled fragmentation. The precision-machined solid copper bullet is designed to break into separate pieces on impact, so a single hit creates several wound paths. G2 Research lists 7 separate wound channels, a spread of 3+ inches and 10+ inches of penetration for this caliber, and loads Telos at +P pressure to drive the design.
Barrier Performance
Because Telos is machined from a single piece of copper, it holds its shape through common barriers until it reaches the target. The design aims for deep primary penetration paired with fragments that branch away from the main path. Shooters who carry a revolver or a compact pistol often look for a load that does more than a standard hollow point at modest velocities, and that is the role Telos is built for.
Firearm Compatibility
This ammunition is loaded to +P pressure and is made for revolvers chambered in 38 Special that are rated for +P ammunition, such as the Smith and Wesson 642 and other J-frames marked +P, the Ruger LCR and SP101, and the Taurus 856. It can also be fired in any 357 Magnum revolver. Do not fire +P ammunition in older or alloy-frame revolvers that are not rated for it; check the barrel markings or your owner manual.
Lead-Free Construction
Every G2 Research Telos bullet is machined from solid copper on precision equipment, so there is no lead in the projectile. That makes it a good fit for shooters who want to reduce lead exposure, and for areas where lead-free projectiles are preferred or required. The machined process also keeps weight and dimensions consistent from round to round, which helps accuracy and predictable feeding.
Recoil and Shootability
+P loads add some recoil in lightweight revolvers, but a 105 grain bullet keeps the push manageable compared with heavier +P loads. In an alloy snub-nose revolver expect a sharp snap; in a steel frame or a 357 Magnum revolver it is mild. Practice enough to stay comfortable with a firm, high grip.
Practice and Testing
Defensive ammunition costs more than range ammunition, but it is worth running at least a box through your own firearm before you rely on it. Check that every round feeds from a full and nearly empty magazine, ejects cleanly and lands where you aim at typical defensive distances. Many shooters practice with less expensive loads and then confirm zero and function with the carry load a few times a year.
Storage and Care
Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box, away from solvents and lubricants that can contaminate primers. Rotate carry ammunition periodically, and set aside any round with a dented case, loose bullet or signs of corrosion.
Specifications
- Brand: G2 Research
- Line: Telos
- Item number: G00618
- Caliber: 38 Special +P
- Bullet weight: 105 grain
- Bullet type: solid copper Telos fracturing hollow point
- Penetration (manufacturer): 10+ inches
- Wound channels: 7
- Projectile: solid copper, lead-free
- Count: 20 rounds per box
- UPC: 851412006186
- 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 G2 Research Telos 38 Special 105gr is a great fit for 38 Special revolver owners who want a lead-free fracturing defense load, people who carry a snub-nose revolver, and shooters who want more from a short barrel than a conventional hollow point.
Buy the G2 Research Telos 38 Special 105gr at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the G2 Research Telos 38 Special 105gr 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 G2 Research.
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