Description

When Penetration Matters More Than Expansion

The .44 Magnum is often judged by expansion—but not every situation calls for rapid upset. In many real-world conditions, especially with larger game or dense environments, penetration and structural integrity determine the outcome.

The 240-grain Gold Country Badger is built for those conditions.

Designed for Structural Integrity

The Badger serrated flat nose is engineered to maintain shape and drive deep, even at higher impact velocities. Instead of relying on rapid expansion, it focuses on consistent penetration and reliable performance through resistance.

• Serrated flat nose profile for straight-line penetration
• Maintains structure under higher velocity impact
• Minimizes fragmentation and deflection
• Reliable performance across varying shot angles

This is performance built on strength—not compromise.

Lever Gun vs Revolver — Consistent Behavior

In lever-action rifles, increased velocity can cause some bullets to over-expand or fail structurally. The Rhino is designed to remain stable under those conditions while still performing effectively in revolvers.

• Handles increased rifle velocities without failure
• Maintains penetration in revolver platforms
• Reduces unpredictable terminal behavior

Hunting and Defensive Use

This load is built for scenarios where penetration and reliability take priority:

• Medium to large game hunting
• Dense woods or brush environments
• Situations requiring consistent, straight-line performance

It delivers dependable results when conditions are less than ideal.

Built for Real-World Conditions

Loaded in new Starline brass and paired with Gold Country’s Rhino bullet design, each round is built for consistency and reliability.

This is ammunition for shooters who understand that not every shot is perfect—and performance must account for that.

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Specifications

• Manufacturer: Gold Country Ammo
• Cartridge: .44 Remington Magnum
• Bullet: Gold Country Badger
• Weight: 240 Grain
• Diameter: .429
• Bullet Type: Serrated Flat Nose
• Case: New Starline Brass
• Muzzle Velocity: ~1350 FPS (based on load data)
• Intended Use: Hunting, Personal Defense
• Quantity: 20 Rounds per Box
• Made in: USA

***IMPORTANT NOTE…
OAL (overall length) is 1.590 -. This is well within SAAMI Standards. SAAMI maximum OAL is 1.610.

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Shipping Restrictions Per DOT Regulations:

• Cannot ship by air
• Cannot ship by USPS
• Cannot ship to PO Box

We do not ship loaded ammunition to New York City, Massachusetts, Alaska Chicago, or Hawaii. FPID and FOID required for New Jersey, Connecticut and Illinois residents.

New York residents must have ammunition shipped to a licensed FFL, Gun Store or ammunition dealer for transfer. We’ll need a copies of licenses before shipping. Have your gun shop or ammunition dealer contact us. We do not ship directly to NY customers.

Orders placed by people in restricted areas will be cancelled.