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Berry's 24744 Superior Plated Bullets give .380 ACP reloaders a dependable, affordable component that shoots clean and feeds smooth. Each bullet starts as a swaged lead core that gets electroplated with copper to its final weight, so there's no exposed lead on the surface. After plating, the bullets are re-struck in a carbide die to tighten up diameter and weight tolerances, which is where the real consistency on paper comes from. They measure .356" in diameter and weigh 100 grains, with a bullet overall length right around .470".
The hollow base round nose shape is the heart of these bullets. The hollow base lets the bullet run a slightly longer profile at the same weight, giving more bearing surface against the rifling to help stabilize the bullet downrange. That smooth round nose also transitions cleanly into the case mouth and feeds reliably through compact and pocket-sized .380 pistols, which tend to be picky. Full copper plating keeps lead off your hands and out of the air, making these a solid pick for indoor ranges where ventilation matters.
These load up just like any standard plated handgun bullet. You can use published cast or jacketed data for a 100-grain .380 bullet of the same profile, and Berry's recommends a suggested cartridge overall length around .960". The one thing experienced reloaders stress: go easy on the crimp. A light taper crimp that just removes the case flare is plenty. Crimp too hard and you risk cutting through the thin plating, which leads to core separation and keyholing. Keep velocities at or below the recommended 1,250 fps ceiling and these things run beautifully.
For anyone feeding a high round count through a .380, these are a smart way to keep the range bag full without the cost of jacketed bullets. They're made in the USA and have earned a loyal following among reloaders for their lot-to-lot consistency.
Yes. Berry's says you can use published cast or jacketed load data for a 100-grain bullet of the same profile. Many reloaders prefer to stay in the starting to mid-range of jacketed data to be safe with the plating. Keep your charges reasonable and you'll get clean, consistent results.
These are rated for a maximum of 1,250 fps. Pushing them faster than that can strip the copper plating and cause core separation, which leads to tumbling and accuracy problems. For .380 ACP that limit is rarely a concern, so you have plenty of room to work.
Go light. A taper crimp that just removes the case flare is all you need for .380 ACP. Over-crimping cuts through the thin plating and can cause the bullet to keyhole, so resist the urge to crank it down.
They are. The full copper plating encloses the lead core so there's no exposed lead on the surface, which cuts down on airborne lead and barrel fouling. That makes them a popular choice for indoor ranges and high-volume practice sessions.
| UPC | 711148247447 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 24744 |
| Quantity | 500rd |
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