Is Federal HST or Speer Gold Dot better?
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Both get recommended constantly for defense. Is there a real difference between HST and Gold Dot?
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Honestly, you cannot go wrong with either — both are top-tier, agency-proven loads with excellent gel and street records. HST is known for big, consistent expansion; Gold Dot is a bonded bullet prized for barrier performance and is a duty favorite. The practical answer: buy whichever your gun runs most reliably and that you can find in stock. The difference between them is far smaller than the difference between any premium JHP and cheap ammo.
