S&W Governor Ammo for Sale

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

230 grain

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Federal

Barrel Length:

5"

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

100

Grains:

230 grain

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CCI

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Hollow Point

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Grains:

230 grain

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

230 grain

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Brand:

Sig Sauer Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Grains:

230 grain

Rounds:

20

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Selier & Bellot Ammunition

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

230 grain

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Brand:

Fiocchi

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Lead Round Nose Flat Point

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.45 Colt

Capacity:

50

Grains:

250 grain

Rounds:

50

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Federal

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Hydra-Shok Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Grains:

230 grain

Rounds:

20

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Sig Sauer Ammunition

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JHP

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.45 ACP

Capacity:

20

Grains:

185 grain

Rounds:

20

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Federal

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5"

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Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

20

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Brass

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Federal

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5"

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Full Metal Jacket

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.45 ACP

Capacity:

50

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Brass

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Sig Sauer Ammunition

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JHP

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

20

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Nickel Plated Brass

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200 grain

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Brand:

Hornady

Barrel Length:

20"

Bullet Type:

FlexLock Bullets

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

20

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Nickel Plated Brass

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Federal

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.45 Colt

Capacity:

50

Grains:

225 grain

Rounds:

50

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

100

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

230 grain

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Brand:

Winchester

Bullet Type:

Jacketed Hollow Point

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

185 grain

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PMC

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FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)

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.45 ACP

Capacity:

50

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Brass

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230 grain

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PMC

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JACKETED HOLLOW POINT (JHP)

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.45 ACP

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

185 grain

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Brand:

Magtech

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FULL METAL JACKET (FMJ)

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

230 grain

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Hornady

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FLEX TIP EXPANDING

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.45 ACP

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

185 grain

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Federal

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Shotgun - Tungsten

Caliber:

.410 Bore

Capacity:

5

Rounds:

5

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Brand:

Federal

Barrel Length:

5"

Bullet Type:

Hydra-Shok Deep

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

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Brand:

Federal

Barrel Length:

5"

Bullet Type:

Full Metal Jacket

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

50

Finish Per Color:

Brass

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Federal

Bullet Type:

HST JACKETED HOLLOW POINT

Caliber:

.45 ACP

Capacity:

20

Finish Per Color:

Brass

Grains:

230 grain

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Highly rated firearms marketplace with excellent reliability and craftsmanship, though occasional quality control and magazine feeding issues reported by small minority.

What customers like

Reliability & Performance42%
I put all 600 rounds through 3 1911s without a single hiccup
Quality & Craftsmanship38%
Excellent fit and finish gun that is accurate and well balanced
Accurate Shooting28%
Extremely accurate and well balanced with crisp trigger
Great Value for Price22%
for the price this budget 1911 .45 is a great firearm
Easy to Use & Handle18%
It's simple, lightweight and well made

Common concerns

Magazine Feed Issues6%
Rounds don't even come close to feeding - ANY ammo
Quality Control Problems5%
both of them came out of the box with armorer marks on the receivers
Trigger Issues4%
the trigger is sloppy and the spring will need to be replaced
Poor Accuracy Consistency3%
could not get smaller than 3.5 inch at 25 yards
Frequently Asked Questions
S&W Governor Ammo for Sale

What size 410 shells does the governor take?

The Governor accepts 2.5-inch .410 shells only — chambering 3-inch shells is a hard limitation, not a recommendation. It also chambers .45 Colt and .45 ACP rounds with moon clips. The cylinder physically cannot accommodate 3-inch .410 shells.

Can S&W governor shoot 410 slugs?

Yes, the Governor shoots .410 slugs safely. It chambers 2.5-inch .410 shells, including slug loads. Stick to 2.5-inch shells only—the cylinder won't accept 3-inch .410 ammunition.

What are the pros and cons of the S&W Governor?

Pros: Fires .410 bore, .45 Colt, and .45 ACP interchangeably, offers six-round capacity, and suits both defense and hunting. Cons: Limited to 2.5-inch .410 shells, .45 ACP requires moon clips, and the large frame hinders concealed carry. Rubber grips help keep recoil manageable across all load types.

How accurate is the S&W governor?

Governor accuracy averages 3.6 inches with .45 ACP and 3.0 inches with .45 Colt at 25 yards, each figure derived from four five-shot groups. It meets defensive use standards, though the multi-caliber chamber compromises precision compared to dedicated pistols.

Which is better, Taurus Judge or S&W governor?

The Governor edges out the Judge in versatility by accepting .45 ACP via moon clips alongside .410 and .45 Colt, and features a smoother trigger and better shot patterns. The Judge offers superior balance, accuracy, lighter weight, and stronger recoil management due to its heavier frame and grip design. Test both if possible.

What ammo types can the S&W Governor use?

Smith & Wesson Governor fires three cartridge types: .45 ACP, .45 Colt, and .410 bore shotshells. You can load all three in the same cylinder and mix them as needed. .410 loads include birdshot, buckshot, slugs, and specialty defense rounds.