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The Sellier & Bellot .38 Special 158-grain LRN is one of the most versatile standard loads you'll find for range work and training. This is the round most people think of when they picture traditional .38 ammunition, and for good reason. The 158-grain lead round nose has been the go-to weight for the caliber since the cartridge's development, and there's a solid reason it stuck around.
You're getting a solid lead bullet coated with a light polymer that reduces barrel lead residue without adding significant cost to the round. The brass cases are new production with Boxer primers, so if you reload, these casings will give you multiple uses. Non-corrosive primers mean you don't have to deep-clean immediately after shooting, which matters when you're putting downrange volume during practice sessions. The round shoots clean compared to some budget options, so your gun won't turn into a fouled mess after a box or two.
You'll see muzzle velocities in the 1,080-1,090 FPS range from a full-size revolver barrel, which is right where standard .38 Special loads sit. This translates to manageable recoil that lets you focus on fundamentals and consistency. If you're running an older revolver or introducing someone new to handgun shooting, this load won't beat up your hand or your gun. The round nose profile keeps feeding smooth and reliable across different revolver platforms, whether you're shooting a snub nose or a full-frame gun.
This cartridge works well for competition practice, cowboy action shooting, casual range sessions, and general training. It's economical for volume shooting without sacrificing the quality you'd expect from Sellier & Bellot. The polymer-coated lead bullet keeps your revolver's barrel cleaner than bare lead while avoiding the higher cost of jacketed rounds. If you're preparing for bullseye matches or action pistol competition, these will serve you well in practice without wearing you out before the match itself.
Yes, the cases are new production brass with Boxer primers, making them ideal for reloading. You'll get multiple uses from these casings, which extends the value of the ammunition over time.
Yes, .38 Special ammunition fires safely in .357 Magnum revolvers. Many people use standard .38 loads for practice in .357 guns to reduce recoil and cost while maintaining accuracy and functionality.
The light polymer coating on this bullet reduces lead residue buildup in your barrel, keeping the gun cleaner during extended shooting sessions without adding the cost of a fully jacketed round. You still get the performance characteristics of lead ammunition.
The 158-grain round nose design feeds reliably in most .38 Special revolvers, including snub noses. However, some compact revolvers with tighter tolerances may occasionally experience crimp jump, so test a few rounds before committing to a full box.
| UPC | 754908500185 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | |
| Manufacturer Part Number | SB38A |
| Bullet Weight (Grains) | 158 |
| Caliber/Gauge | .38 Special |
| Case Material | Brass |
| Grains | 158Gr |
| Length | 4.7500 |
| Model | |
| Product Type | Lead Round Nose |
| Shipping Weight | 1.7875 |
| Units per Box | 50 |
| Cost per Round | 0.52 |
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