38 Special Bullets
38 Special Bullets for Sale
The packages below include only the projectile and are meant for shooters who reload their own ammunition. If you are looking for loaded cartridges ready to fire, please visit our 38 Special Ammo page to see what we have in-stock.
Despite the overwhelming popularity of semi-automatic pistols, the 38 Special remains one of America’s favorite handgun cartridges. It is not a dominating round in terms of power, but its reliability, manageable recoil, and proven effectiveness for self-defense will all make sure the 38 Special sticks around for a very long time.
The 38 Special performs well with a wide range of bullets. 38 Special bullets for reloading typically weigh 110 to 158 grains. LRN and SWC wadcutters are commonly loaded for target shooting, while a variety of available JHPs let reloaders create self-defense loads of their own design.
Reloading the 38 Special is relatively easy thanks to its large case and tolerance for a variety of different propellant charges – you do not have to worry about whether a charge can cycle a semi-auto, after all. Seating a bullet to the correct depth isn’t overcomplicated. The low power round is gentle on its case, so brass can be reloaded dozens of times. Many shooters don’t even bother cleaning their brass since they can just pluck it out of a cylinder once fired!
The 357 Magnum bullet shares an identical .357 diameter, making 38 Special bullets an even more versatile investment.
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Berry's .38 Special /.357 Magnum (.357" Diameter) Bullets 158 Grain Plated RN Double Struck - 1000 Projectiles
$109.85Cost Per Bullet 11¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 158 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 1000 Bullet Type Plated Round Nose Manufacturer Berry's Manufacturer SKU 01594 Berry's copper plated bullets are a great choice for affordable yet reliable custom loads. Each projectile in this box of 1000 is a 158 copper plated Round Nose (RN) with a .375" diameter. These bullets are swaged and plated to their final weight, then each bullet is re-struck to ensure consistency. Copper plated projectiles have less barrel fouling compared to traditional cast lead bullets and are more affordable than jacketed projectiles.
Note: Plated Bullets are not recommended for velocities over 1200 feet per second.
Don't forget to check out Widener's selection of Brass, while you're here.
**This is not loaded ammunition.**Customer Reviews
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Product was fine. Original Boxes were split down the corners and beaten up.
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Product appeared to be fine. Pain in the rear having to pick up bullets in the drive way while taping the original boxes back together. Your box was adequate. Originals could have been taped up before putting them in your box.
Review by Joe (Posted on 5/4/2022)
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Worked Well. Shot and Crimped fine.
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Worked well. I will order again.
Review by 38 Special (Posted on 5/2/2022)
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Berry's .38/.357 Caliber (.357" Diameter) 158 Grain Plated FP-DS – 1000 Rounds
$109.85Cost Per Bullet 11¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 158 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 1000 Bullet Type Plated Flat Point Manufacturer Berry's Manufacturer SKU 00616 Berry's Bullets have earned a reputation for quality and consistency. These 158 grain 38/357 projectiles are a great choice for affordable loads that are higher quality than traditional lead round nose projectiles. Each of these bullets are swaged at room temperature and copper-plated to their final weight. After plating these bullets are re-struck to ensure each projectile has a uniform plating and is symmetrical.
Note: Plated Bullets are not recommended for velocities over 1,200 feet per second.
Be sure to check out Widener's extensive collection of powder, primers and cases, for all of your re-loading needs.
**This is not loaded ammunition**Customer Reviews
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Very good product and a good value
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I do recommend these bullets . A good product and a good value !
Review by Mason (Posted on 6/27/2022)
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Wideners and Berry's deliver!
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Berry's makes a great product that performs well in the press and also on the range. With the current shortage of ammunition, and zero availability on 38 SPC and 357 Mag, having projectiles to replenish my training rounds is invaluable. Widener's was in stock and delivered fast. Now if if I could find more primers and powder, I would be even more satisfied.
Review by MB (Posted on 3/1/2021)
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Quality product
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Great product, consistent and high quality
Review by Miked (Posted on 3/1/2021)
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Good product
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Good product. Verry plreased
Review by Butch (Posted on 12/23/2020)
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Looks like a good product.
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Haven't loaded any of these yet but they look like they will do just fine foe the practice I have in mind.
Review by GS460 (Posted on 12/7/2020)
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EXCELLENT
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good product fair price
Review by MARK (Posted on 12/7/2020)
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Professional and fast service.
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I have purchased many items from Widener's and they always provide a clear explanation of their products with a quick response/receipt after the purchase and have fast shipping. Thanks for the great work Widener's.
Review by Eric-the-rider (Posted on 12/3/2020)
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Zero Bullet Company .357 Diameter Bullets - 125 Grain JHP – 500 Count
$56.85Cost Per Bullet 11.4¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 125 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 357 Maximum, 38 Special Quantity 500 Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) Manufacturer Zero Bullet Manufacturer SKU R102 There’s something much more intimate about making your own personal defense loads. With them you’re telling your assailant that you took a little extra time and put special care into preparation for your meeting.
This .357” diameter projectile by Zero Bullet Company is a great way to show that you care. At only 125 grains it is perfect for making a low recoil round, just the kind that facilitates rapid and accurate follow-up shots. And as a jacketed hollow point, it’s able to penetrate its target reliably before unleashing wholly devastating expansion and energy release. It’s the kind of terminal performance that your attacker is bound to notice at once, but also the kind that lessens the chance of overpenetration putting bystanders in harm’s way.
This bullet features the toothed cannelure that makes it easier to set a crimping die, so you can be certain that your handloads will boast exemplary consistency. Zero Bullet Company is based in Alabama, where they’ve earned a lofty reputation among enthusiasts for their products’ great quality for the better part of the last century.Customer Reviews
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Great price and lightning fast delivery!
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Best price in the net!
Review by DrMaddox (Posted on 10/16/2024)
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excellent
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looks like excellent quality at a great price. I would recommend
Review by Robin (Posted on 6/30/2024)
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Well made
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First time trying Zero bullets, so far I like them they are consistent and accurate, will be ordering more in the future.
Review by Nate (Posted on 9/11/2023)
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Great projectiles!
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Great product
Review by brandon (Posted on 8/10/2023)
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Zero Projectiles 38 SPL JHP, "Well Pleased" with the Quality of the Product for Reloading... Regarding Delivery & Service at Widner's was a Good Experience, will be ReOrdering in the future from them!
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Highly Recommend Widner's and Zero Brand Bullets....
Review by Charles S (Posted on 6/15/2023)
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Berry's .357 Diameter Bullets - 158 Grain Target HP – 1000 Count
$114.85Cost Per Bullet 11.5¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 158 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 1000 Bullet Type Hollow-Point (HP) Manufacturer Berry's Manufacturer SKU 63197 This is not loaded ammunition. These are component bullets, and they are solely intended for purchase by handloaders.
One thousand .357” diameter 158 grain bullets always make a great investment. Whether you love loading the loud and proud 357 Mag or its older brother the 38 Special, Berry’s has got you all taken care of!
This bullet is not designed for personal protection and is incapable of terminal expansion. The target hollow point is engineered to supply the accuracy sharpshooters need to do their best work. These bullets feature supremely concentric electroplated copper jackets, and their voidless lead cores only do more to enhance superior gyroscopic stability. Berry’s bullets are restruck following the electroplating process to ensure a solid bond between their cores and jackets, as well as their standardized dimensions.
Whether you use these bullets to load 1.580" OAL 357 Mag or 1.430" OAL 38 Spl, Berry’s warns against loading to a higher muzzle velocity than 1,250 fps – any faster and you risk component separation accompanied by weakened accuracy. These bullets are compatible with data for jacketed or cast bullets of the same weight and profile, and you may use either a roll or taper crimp.Customer Reviews
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Will do the trick.
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Paid for a box with heavy things inside. Got it on time. Thanks.
Review by Lou (Posted on 10/31/2024)
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good projectile
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tried 2 propellants. CFE pistol and v3n37 loaded to just less than 1100fps based on the Hornady xtp data triangulated with Berry FP. I indexed off the XTP since the profile of the HP is very close and length of the projectile was only .001" off. They are clean to load, clean to shoot without the lube turnoff from lead, seat well, and are definitely accurate. For $.125 each I think I'll shoot these for a while
Review by jason (Posted on 6/4/2023)
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Zero Bullets 38 Special / 357 Magnum (.357" Diameter) 125 Grain JSP - 500 Projectiles
$59.85Cost Per Bullet 12¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 125 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 500 Bullet Type Jacketed Soft-Point (JSP) Manufacturer Zero Bullet Manufacturer SKU 103 These .357 inch diameter projectiles from Zero Bullets have an exposed soft lead tip at the crown of their copper jacket for a balance between expansion and penetration that makes them great for self-defense loads or even light game hunting. These bullets weigh 125 grains and are great for versatile use with both .38 Special and .357 Magnum calibers. In addition, Zero Bullets manufactures these Alabama-made bullets with a toothed cannelure on the jacket for proper crimping which prevents the jostling of the projectile from its casing while in the cylinder.
Don't forget to check out Widener's great selection of pistol powders, while you're here.Customer Reviews
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Excellent quality
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Bullets arrived quickly . Packaged nicely too. These bullets work great for 38 special to full house 357 loads. Shipping costs will make these a once in a while purchase unfortunately . Thank you for the excellent customer service
Review by Ron (Posted on 10/24/2024)
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Good prices
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This is the 2nd order of bullets
They are good price and quality
Thank you
Review by James (Posted on 2/5/2024)
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Excellent product
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I weighed and measured these bullets for consistency. Will purchase again.
Review by Byrdshot (Posted on 6/5/2023)
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Great looking bullets
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Bullets look great and as described. My only problem is finding load data for jacketed soft point bullets. Other than that I'm pleased with my purchase of 125 gr .375 jsp bullets.
Review by Mike M (Posted on 5/30/2023)
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Many years of use with no negative results......
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Wideners survice excellent and fast. Zero bullets the same and I have used then for thirty plus years.
Review by RT (Posted on 10/12/2021)
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good bullets
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good quality bullets, I loaded a 100 and had no issues at the range. good bullets for practice at the range.
Review by PROK (Posted on 6/8/2020)
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Armscor .357 Diameter Bullets - 158 Grain FMJ – 1500 Count
$189.85
$179.85
Cost Per Bullet 12¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 158 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 357 Maximum, 38 Special Quantity 1500 Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ) Manufacturer Armscor Manufacturer SKU 52271 Please note: These are component bullets, not loaded ammunition. You can not fire these bullets unless you load your own ammunition.
Armscor is earning themselves quite a reputation here in America. Their Rock Island Armory pistols fill a nice niche for people who don’t want to auction off vital organs just to be able to afford a 1911. Their 22 TCM cartridge has promise, even if most of the people asking about it only want to know if they can fire it in a firearm chambered for 22 LR. (No.) And their component bullets, which are produced according to precise tolerances, consistently weighted, and deliver good accuracy at the range, are sought after by handloaders throughout the country.
This meaty slab of .357” diameter bullets is just the ticket for handloaders specializing in 38 Special or 357 Mag. With 1,500 bullets you be able to load 250 six-shot cylinders worth of ammo, and as full metal jackets they’re at once clean shooting and economically designed. Armscor draws a concentric jacket for what is ostensibly a target grade bullet, so your shots will benefit from satisfactory rotational stability and resultant flat trajectories. Buy ten of these cases of bullets and use them to ballast your canoe!Customer Reviews
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Third batch, same excellent results
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I bought my third lot of 1500 Armscor 158 gn FMJ from Widener's. The transaction was great, as usual. Thank you Widener's!
From a statistical standpoint the third batch was equivalent to the first two batches in terms of average weight, average diameter and the standard deviations thereof. I have strong evidence that Armscor has their process under control, but I can't be sure because I have no way of knowing the order in which the bullets are made. Still, these projectiles are of excellent quality and great value for money.
My Henry 357 lever gun and my five Smith & Wesson revolvers are super accurate with these bullets.Review by Steve (Posted on 9/2/2022)
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shoot great
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loaded over imr 4227 shoot great out of lever gun and 10 inch contender
Review by xp308 (Posted on 6/19/2022)
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Very good quality
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I use these 158’s for action pistol competition. Though they are attractively priced they are also accurate in my setup.
Review by JD (Posted on 1/31/2022)
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I bought these for my Desert Eagle XIX 357
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I used Accurate #9 and CCI 400 & 450 primers starting at 11.3 grns and ladderred to 12 grns. I enjoyed plinking with them and will highly recommend to any reloader .
Review by EdFed (Posted on 10/21/2021)
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My second batch, awww yeah
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This review is for the second batch of Armscor 158 gn, 38/357 FMJ's I bought from Widener's.
I'll start by saying that buying from Widener's has always been a pleasure. The prices are fair, the communication is crystal clear, the rather dense product is well-packed and all of my transactions-to-date have been 100% satisfactory. In summary, Wideners' is an excellent supplier to the reloading community.
Now, regarding the bullets that just arrived. I've taken a random sample of 25 bullets just like I did with my first batch of 1500 and I measured & inspected each one. My random sampling method is rock-solid and thus my sample results can be used to make valid inferences on the entire lot of 1500 bullets. The results are great, statistically speaking. The weights and dimensions are on target with a low amount of random (expected) variation. Surface quality, bonding and other physical properties all look great. Absolutely no issues.
From my perspective, I don't think there's a better value in FMJ bullets than Armscor.
But I'll repeat. Armscor, please send primers!!!! :)Review by Steve (Posted on 7/2/2021)
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38 special
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Makes for very good range ammo the 38 special and the 357 liked it for range ammo
Review by Jb (Posted on 1/8/2021)
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Great value
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It's not my favorite bullet weight but it was the only one I could get under these unprecedented circumstances we find ourselves in. I jumped on these as soon as I saw them as I was running low on my favorite 125 gr bullet. It's a great value and felt good shot in 38 Spl cases. I haven't tried them in 357 cases yet, but confident that it will perform as well.
Review by Den (Posted on 1/7/2021)
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Armscor makes good stuff at a great price
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I loaded up some of these 158 FMJ's for both my revolvers and my beloved Henry Big Boy Steel. The accuracy was outstanding in all cases.
And, the bullets are a dream for reloading, easy to press into place, no hangups, nothing off kilter, etc.
Armscor....send primers. Please! :)Review by Steve (Posted on 1/1/2021)
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Transaction went smoothly.
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For this day and age everything went well.
Review by reader506 (Posted on 12/28/2020)
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Not exactly what I wanted but quality was fine
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Not exactly what I wanted but quality was fine
Review by Flyfisherguru (Posted on 12/28/2020)
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I've reloaded about 200 of these and they work fine.
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Nothing more to say; they load fine.
Review by Fernkiller (Posted on 12/21/2020)
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Zero Bullets .357" Diameter Bullets - 158 Grain JHP – 500 Count
$64.85Cost Per Bullet 13¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 158 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 500 Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) Manufacturer Zero Bullet Manufacturer SKU 104 This is not loaded ammunition. These component bullets are only useful to handloaders. If you order this box of 500 American-made .357” diameter jacketed hollow point bullets without the equipment and experience you need to reload them, you are 100% wasting your money!
But if you know what to do with these bullets, you’re in for a good time. Zero Bullet Company of Cullman, AL gives each bullet the cannelure it needs to seat securely in the case mouth, as well as a fully jacketed base that vastly reduces lead fouling of the barrel.
The bullet’s jacket exposes a large area of its lead core’s hollow point nose cavity, which will help to promote wider-diameter terminal expansion at lower velocities. These bullets are nonmagnetic, and their broad, flat and circular meplats will cut clean and easy-to-see holes through paper targets. That’s perfect if you’d like to train with the same bullets you would load for self-defense with your 38 Special or 357 Magnum revolver.
The flat nose profile will also gouge a pretty nasty wound channel through soft tissue, even if the bullet lacks sufficient kinetic energy to provide any terminal expansion at all. These bullets are also lever-action safe!Customer Reviews
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Awesome!
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Great bullets! Great service and fast delivery.
Review by JW (Posted on 12/16/2024)
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Zero Bullets .357" Diameter Bullets - 110 Grain JHP – 500 Count
$64.85Cost Per Bullet 13¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 110 Grain Bullet Caliber 38 Special Quantity 500 Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) Manufacturer Zero Bullet Manufacturer SKU 101 This isn’t loaded ammunition! These component bullets are for handloaders only. If you order these bullets without knowing how to load them, then you’re basically buying ballast.
Zero Bullets has been at it for over half a century, and today the Alabaman company is known as one of the best bullet manufacturers in the country. If you’ve got a big pile of 38 Special brass that you don’t know what to do with, here’s the solution!
These 0.357" diameter bullets adhere to a tightly controlled weight standard of 110 grains – a little light for the 357 Mag, but spot on for its weaker, older parent cartridge. Zero calls them JHPs, though you’ll probably agree they’re technically SJHPs, with noses that aren’t fully enveloped by gilding metal. That’s going to promote more consistent expansion following lower-velocity impact.
These bullets have crimping cannelures around their shanks, and their bases are fully jacketed to prevent gasification of their lead cores during ignition. That’ll keep your revolver or lever gun’s rifling cleaner while reducing your exposure to lead! -
Speer .357 Diameter Bullets - 135 Grain JHP Bonded - 100 Count
$20.00Cost Per Bullet 20¢ per bullet Product Type Bullets Bullet Weight 135 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 100 Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) Manufacturer Speer Manufacturer SKU 4014
