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Berry's 158 grain round nose is one of those reliable workhorse components that just about every .38 Special and .357 Magnum reloader keeps on the bench. Each projectile starts as a swaged lead core, gets fully electroplated with copper to its final weight so there's no exposed lead, and then gets re-struck in a carbide die to lock in the diameter and profile. That double-struck process is what gives these their reputation for consistency round after round, and it's a big part of why plated bullets land in that sweet spot between cheap cast lead and pricier jacketed.
The classic rounded nose feeds smoothly through double-action revolvers and lever-action carbines alike, and the .357" diameter is spot-on for standard barrels. Because the copper fully encapsulates the lead, you get noticeably less barrel fouling and a cleaner shooting experience, which matters when you're running these indoors or burning through a few hundred at a time. Recoil stays manageable and groups stay tight, making them a favorite for both casual plinking and structured target work.
Berry's recommends treating these like a plated bullet should be treated: use published cast or jacketed data with the same 158 grain weight and round nose profile, and stick to low- to mid-range charges. These are rated to a maximum of 1,250 fps, so skip the full-house magnum loads to keep the copper plating bonded to the core. Either a taper or roll crimp works fine, just don't over-crimp, since crushing the case can separate the plating and open up your groups. Follow those basics and you'll get clean, accurate practice ammo every time.
Berry's has been making bullets in St. George, Utah for over five decades as a family-owned operation, and the quality control shows. Every batch gets checked for weight, diameter, and profile consistency before it's boxed up. For anyone feeding a .38 or .357 and wanting affordable, dependable components in bulk, this 1000 count box is hard to beat.
Berry's says you can use published cast or jacketed data as long as it matches the 158 grain weight and round nose profile. Stick to low- to mid-range charges and avoid magnum-level loads. Keeping charges reasonable protects the copper plating and keeps your accuracy consistent.
These are rated to a maximum of 1,250 fps. Pushing them faster than that can cause the plating to separate from the lead core, which leads to copper fouling and opened-up groups. For practice and plinking loads in .38 Special or .357 Magnum, that ceiling gives you plenty of room.
Yes. The .357" diameter and 158 grain weight are standard for both cartridges, so they load up nicely in either case. The round nose profile also feeds smoothly in revolvers and lever-action carbines chambered for .357.
Plated bullets sit right between the two. They start as a swaged lead core that's fully electroplated with copper, so there's no exposed lead like a cast bullet but they cost less than a true jacketed bullet. The result is cleaner shooting and reduced barrel fouling at a price that makes sense for high-volume range work.
| UPC | 711148015947 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 01594 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Caliber |
| Grains | 158 |
| Quantity | 1000 |
| Shipping Weight | 22.85 |
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