{"product_id":"hornady-40-s-w-handgun-hunter-135gr-monoflex-ammo","title":"Hornady .40 S\u0026W Handgun Hunter 135gr MonoFlex Ammo","description":"     \u003cdiv style=\"font-family: Arial, sans-serif; line-height: 1.6; color: #333; max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e     \u003cp\u003eExperience the cutting-edge performance of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/hornady\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003eHornady\u003c\/a\u003e's .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition loaded with 135-grain MonoFlex projectiles. Engineered specifically for hunting applications, this revolutionary round combines Hornady's proprietary copper-alloy MonoFlex bullet technology with optimal velocity for maximum terminal performance. The monolithic construction ensures nearly 100% weight retention while providing controlled expansion, deep penetration, and superior accuracy. With its reliable cycling and match-grade precision, this ammunition delivers the terminal performance and accuracy required for ethical hunting with a handgun at extended ranges.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eProduct Highlights:\u003c\/h2\u003e     \u003ctable id=\"specifications-table\" style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e         \u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #ff6600; color: white;\"\u003e             \u003cth colspan=\"2\" style=\"padding: 12px; text-align: left;\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/th\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHornady\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eProduct Line\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHandgun Hunter\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCaliber\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e.40 S\u0026amp;W\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e135 grains\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBullet Type\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMonoFlex\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e1130 fps\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eMuzzle Energy\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e383 ft-lbs\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBallistic Coefficient\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e.101\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eRounds Per Box\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBoxes Per Case\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e10\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eCasing Material\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/reloading\/brass\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003eBrass\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eHunting\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e                  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2;\"\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold;\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e             \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e090255913613\u003c\/td\u003e         \u003c\/tr\u003e              \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e       \u003cdiv itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Product\"\u003e         \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e         \u003cp style=\"font-style: italic; color: #666;\"\u003eThe \u003cspan itemprop=\"name\"\u003eHornady \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/handgun-ammo\/.40-smith-wesson\/\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 136, 255); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e.40 S\u0026amp;W \u003c\/a\u003eHandgun Hunter 135gr MonoFlex Ammo\u003c\/span\u003e offers impressive performance characteristics that make it an excellent choice for self-defense and hunting applications. Here's a breakdown of its key features:\u003c\/p\u003e         \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e           \u003ctbody\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eBullet Type\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonoFlex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eTough copper alloy bullet for deep penetration and 95% weight retention\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eBullet Weight\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e135 grains\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eOptimized for balance between velocity and energy\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eMuzzle Velocity\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1130 fps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eHigh velocity for flat trajectory and increased energy transfer\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eMuzzle Energy\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e383 ft-lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eSubstantial energy for effective terminal performance\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                            \u003ctr itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd; font-weight: bold; color: #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eRounds Per Box\u003c\/td\u003e                 \u003ctd style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.9em; color: #666;\"\u003eConvenient quantity for practice and field use\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e               \u003c\/tr\u003e                        \u003c\/tbody\u003e         \u003c\/table\u003e         \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eApplications \u0026amp; Use Cases:\u003c\/h2\u003e         \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding-left: 0;\" itemprop=\"additionalProperty\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/PropertyValue\"\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHunting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal for medium-sized game hunting with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/guns\/handguns\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003ehandguns\u003c\/a\u003e, offering deep penetration and controlled expansion.\u003c\/li\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Defense:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent choice for personal protection due to its reliable expansion and penetration characteristics.\u003c\/li\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for training and familiarization with your .40 S\u0026amp;W firearm, especially when preparing for hunting scenarios.\u003c\/li\u003e                        \u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 15px; padding: 10px; background-color: #f9f9f9; border-left: 4px solid #ff6600;\" itemprop=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLaw Enforcement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meets the requirements for duty ammunition in many law enforcement agencies.\u003c\/li\u003e                    \u003c\/ul\u003e         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"manufacturer\" content=\"Hornady\"\u003e         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"model\" content=\"Handgun Hunter .40 S\u0026amp;W 135gr MonoFlex\"\u003e       \u003c\/div\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e        \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e         \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003ePros and Cons:\u003c\/h2\u003e         \u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; justify-content: space-between; flex-wrap: wrap;\"\u003e             \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px;\"\u003e                 \u003ch3 style=\"color: #4caf50;\"\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e                 \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e                                  \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eMonoFlex Bullet Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e Manufactured with a tough copper alloy for deep penetration and 95% weight retention.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eElastomer-Enhanced Expansion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Proprietary elastomer in the hollow point cavity promotes faster and more reliable expansion.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eHigh Velocity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1130 fps muzzle velocity provides excellent terminal performance for hunting applications.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Caliber:\u003c\/strong\u003e .40 S\u0026amp;W offers a good balance of power and controllability for handgun hunting.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #e8f5e9; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #4caf50; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✔\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003ePremium Components:\u003c\/strong\u003e Uses high-quality cases, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/reloading\/primers\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003eprimers\u003c\/a\u003e, and propellants for consistent performance.             \u003c\/li\u003e                          \u003c\/ul\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003cdiv style=\"width: calc(50% - 10px); min-width: 280px;\"\u003e                 \u003ch3 style=\"color: #f44336;\"\u003eCons\u003c\/h3\u003e                 \u003cul style=\"list-style-type: none; padding: 0;\"\u003e                                  \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 rounds per box may be insufficient for extended hunting trips or practice sessions.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eSpecialized Ammunition:\u003c\/strong\u003e May be less readily available than standard target or self-defense loads.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eCost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium hunting ammunition is typically more expensive than standard defensive or target loads.             \u003c\/li\u003e                      \u003cli style=\"background-color: #ffebee; margin-bottom: 10px; padding: 15px; border-radius: 5px; position: relative; padding-left: 35px;\"\u003e                 \u003cspan style=\"color: #f44336; position: absolute; left: 10px; top: 15px; font-weight: bold;\"\u003e✘\u003c\/span\u003e                 \u003cstrong\u003eRecoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 135gr bullet at high velocity may produce more recoil than lighter target loads.             \u003c\/li\u003e                          \u003c\/ul\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e         \u003c\/div\u003e              \u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\"\u003e             \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Pros\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"item\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\"\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"MonoFlex Bullet Technology: Manufactured with a tough copper alloy for deep penetration and 95% weight retention.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Elastomer-Enhanced Expansion: Proprietary elastomer in the hollow point cavity promotes faster and more reliable expansion.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"3\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"High Velocity: 1130 fps muzzle velocity provides excellent terminal performance for hunting applications.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"4\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Versatile Caliber: .40 S\u0026amp;W offers a good balance of power and controllability for handgun hunting.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"5\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Premium Components: Uses high-quality cases, primers, and propellants for consistent performance.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                      \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Cons\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"item\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ItemList\"\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"1\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Limited Capacity: 20 rounds per box may be insufficient for extended hunting trips or practice sessions.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"2\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Specialized Ammunition: May be less readily available than standard target or self-defense loads.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"3\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Cost: Premium hunting ammunition is typically more expensive than standard defensive or target loads.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                          \u003cdiv itemprop=\"itemListElement\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/ListItem\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"position\" content=\"4\"\u003e                         \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Recoil: The 135gr bullet at high velocity may produce more recoil than lighter target loads.\"\u003e                     \u003c\/div\u003e                                      \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e         \u003c\/div\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e         \u003ch3 style=\"color: #ff6600;\"\u003eAbout Hornady:\u003c\/h3\u003e         \u003cp\u003eHornady Manufacturing Company, founded in 1949 by Joyce Hornady, has become a leader in the ammunition industry. Headquartered in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/laws\/nebraska\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003eGrand Island, Nebraska,\u003c\/a\u003e Hornady has built its reputation on innovation and precision. The company is known for its high-quality ammunition, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/reloading\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003ereloading\u003c\/a\u003e tools, and components. Hornady's commitment to producing cutting-edge products is evident in their MonoFlex technology, which is featured in their Handgun Hunter line. This copper alloy bullet achieves deep penetration and 95% weight retention, demonstrating Hornady's dedication to performance and reliability. The company's focus on research and development has led to numerous breakthroughs in bullet design, including their GMX and MonoFlex rifle bullets, which have now been adapted for handgun ammunition. Hornady's products are proudly made in the United States, reflecting their commitment to American manufacturing and quality control.\u003c\/p\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e          \u003cdiv style=\"max-width: 1000px; margin: 0 auto; padding: 20px;\"\u003e         \u003ch2 style=\"color: #ff6600; border-bottom: 2px solid #ff6600; padding-bottom: 10px;\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions:\u003c\/h2\u003e         \u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 20px;\"\u003e                  \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: What makes the Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition unique?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: The Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition features a 135gr MonoFlex bullet, which is manufactured with a tough copper alloy. This design achieves deep penetration and 95% weight retention, making it ideal for hunting applications. The bullet's expansion is aided by a proprietary elastomer material in the hollow point, ensuring reliable performance across a range of velocities.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the muzzle velocity of this ammunition?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: The muzzle velocity of the Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter 135gr MonoFlex ammunition is 1130 feet per second (fps).\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: How many rounds are in each box, and how many boxes are in a case?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: Each box of Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition contains 20 rounds. There are 10 boxes in a full case, totaling 200 rounds per case.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: Is this ammunition suitable for self-defense as well as hunting?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: While primarily designed for hunting, the Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition can also be effective for self-defense. Its deep penetration and reliable expansion characteristics make it suitable for both purposes. However, users should be aware of local \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/laws\/\" style=\"text-decoration: underline; color: #0088FF;\"\u003elaws\u003c\/a\u003e and regulations regarding self-defense ammunition.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv style=\"margin-bottom: 20px; border: 1px solid #ddd; border-radius: 5px; overflow: hidden;\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f2f2f2; padding: 15px;\"\u003e                     \u003cstrong\u003eQ: What is the recommended application for this ammunition?\u003c\/strong\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e                 \u003cdiv style=\"padding: 15px; border-top: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e                     \u003cp\u003eA: This ammunition is specifically designed for hunting with handguns. It's ideal for medium to large game animals where deep penetration and reliable expansion are crucial. The MonoFlex bullet construction makes it particularly suitable for areas where lead-free ammunition is required.\u003c\/p\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                  \u003c\/div\u003e         \u003cdiv itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/FAQPage\"\u003e                  \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What makes the Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition unique?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"The Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition features a 135gr MonoFlex bullet, which is manufactured with a tough copper alloy. This design achieves deep penetration and 95% weight retention, making it ideal for hunting applications. The bullet's expansion is aided by a proprietary elastomer material in the hollow point, ensuring reliable performance across a range of velocities.\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What is the muzzle velocity of this ammunition?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"The muzzle velocity of the Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter 135gr MonoFlex ammunition is 1130 feet per second (fps).\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"How many rounds are in each box, and how many boxes are in a case?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"Each box of Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition contains 20 rounds. There are 10 boxes in a full case, totaling 200 rounds per case.\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"Is this ammunition suitable for self-defense as well as hunting?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"While primarily designed for hunting, the Hornady .40 S\u0026amp;W Handgun Hunter ammunition can also be effective for self-defense. Its deep penetration and reliable expansion characteristics make it suitable for both purposes. However, users should be aware of local laws and regulations regarding self-defense ammunition.\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                      \u003cdiv itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\"\u003e                 \u003cmeta itemprop=\"name\" content=\"What is the recommended application for this ammunition?\"\u003e                 \u003cdiv itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemscope itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\"\u003e                     \u003cmeta itemprop=\"text\" content=\"This ammunition is specifically designed for hunting with handguns. It's ideal for medium to large game animals where deep penetration and reliable expansion are crucial. The MonoFlex bullet construction makes it particularly suitable for areas where lead-free ammunition is required.\"\u003e                 \u003c\/div\u003e             \u003c\/div\u003e                  \u003c\/div\u003e     \u003c\/div\u003e     ","brand":"Black Basin","offers":[{"title":"20","offer_id":48338717573220,"sku":"090255913613-20","price":40.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"60","offer_id":48510030676068,"sku":"090255913613-60","price":93.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"100","offer_id":48510030708836,"sku":"090255913613-100","price":146.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"200","offer_id":48338717605988,"sku":"090255913613-200","price":276.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"500","offer_id":48338717638756,"sku":"090255913613-500","price":682.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1000","offer_id":48510030741604,"sku":"090255913613-1000","price":1365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0768\/6625\/6996\/files\/AHDY91361.jpg?v=1777469167","url":"https:\/\/blackbasin.com\/products\/hornady-40-s-w-handgun-hunter-135gr-monoflex-ammo","provider":"Black Basin","version":"1.0","type":"link"}