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The .38 Special cartridge is world-renowned. Its sought-after advantage is that it can be chambered in small, easily concealed and accurate revolvers—ideal for personal protection. Learn More
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  1. Hornady 38 Special Ammo - 25 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $30.99

    92 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FTX
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1010 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 249 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • $1.24 per round
    • Made by Hornady
  2. Hornady 38 Special Ammo - 250 Rounds of 158 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $289.99

    5 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type XTP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 199 ft lbs
    • 250 Rounds
    • $1.16 per round
    • Made by Hornady
  3. Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special +P Ammo - 25 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition (Cases Not Nickel-Plated)

    $28.99

    90 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FTX
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1090 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 290 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • $1.16 per round
    • Made by Hornady
  4. Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special +P Ammo - 250 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition (Brass Cases Not Nickel-Plated)

    $279.99

    22 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FTX
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1090 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 290 ft lbs
    • 250 Rounds
    • $1.12 per round
    • Made by Hornady
  5. Winchester Silvertip 38 Special Ammo - 200 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $199.99

    5 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 945 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 218 ft lbs
  6. Hornady 38 Special Ammo - 25 Rounds of 125 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $22.99

    24 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type XTP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 900 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 225 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • 92¢ per round
    • Made by Hornady
  7. Remington HTP 38 Special +P Ammo - 500 Rounds of 125 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $449.99

    1 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 945 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 248 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 90¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  8. Black Hills Ammunition 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain CNL Ammunition

    $43.99

    55 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LFN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 225 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 88¢ per round
    • Made by Black Hills Ammunition
  9. Hornady American Gunner 38 Special Ammo - 250 Rounds of 125 Grain JHP Ammunition

    $209.99

    15 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type XTP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 900 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 225 ft lbs
    • 250 Rounds
    • 84¢ per round
    • Made by Hornady
  10. Federal 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 148 Grain LWC Ammunition

    $38.45

    11 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LWC
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 690 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 156 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 76.9¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  11. Federal Train + Protect 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 158 Grain LSWCHP Ammunition

    $339.99

    14 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LSWCHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 830 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 242 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 68¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  12. Remington Performance WheelGun 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 148 Grain TMWC Ammunition

    $319.99

    2 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LWC
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 710 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 110 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 64¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  13. Federal Law Enforcement 38 Special +P Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LSWCHP Ammunition

    $31.99

    51 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LSWCHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 900 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 284 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 64¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  14. Magtech 38 Special +P Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $31.99

    85 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 938 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 244 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 64¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  15. Magtech 38 Special +P Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain SJSP Ammunition

    $30.99

    82 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJSP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 938 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 244 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 62¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  16. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $29.99

    70 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 807 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 229 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 60¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  17. Remington 38 Special +P Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $29.99

    29 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 945 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 248 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 60¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  18. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 600 Rounds of 125 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $349.99

    1 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 945 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 248 ft lbs
    • 600 Rounds
    • 58.3¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  19. Federal American Eagle 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $28.99

    78 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 890 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 229 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 58¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  20. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 125 Grain +P SJHP Ammunition

    $279.99

    5 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 945 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 248 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 56¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  21. 50rds - 38 Special Speer Lawman Clean-Fire 158gr. +P TMJ Ammo

    $27.99

    77 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type TMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 900 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 284 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 56¢ per round
    • Made by Speer
  22. Magtech 38 Special +P Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $27.49

    82 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 886 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 275 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 55¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  23. Sellier and Bellot 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LFN Ammunition

    $27.49

    120 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LFN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 225 ft lbs
  24. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $26.99

    111 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LRN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 755 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 200 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 54¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  25. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain SJSP Ammunition

    $26.99

    81 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJSP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 755 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 200 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 54¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  26. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain LFN Ammunition

    $26.99

    121 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LFN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 919 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 234 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 54¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  27. PMC 38 Special Ammo - 300 Rounds of 132 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $159.99

    22 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 917 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 232 ft lbs
    • 300 Rounds
    • 53.3¢ per round
    • Made by PMC
  28. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $264.99

    119 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LRN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 755 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 200 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 53¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  29. Federal 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $524.99

    3 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 890 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 229 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 52.5¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  30. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 250 Rounds of 130 Grain MC Ammunition

    $129.99

    29 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 790 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 173 ft lbs
    • 250 Rounds
    • 52¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  31. Federal 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $25.99

    32 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LRN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 770 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 208 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 52¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  32. Remington UMC 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $25.99

    85 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 790 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 173 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 52¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  33. Fiocchi 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $25.99

    89 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 950 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 260 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 52¢ per round
    • Made by Fiocchi
  34. Sellier and Bellot 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $25.99

    36 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type LRN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 997 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 349 ft lbs
  35. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain FMC Ammunition

    $25.99

    1 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 938 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 245 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 52¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  36. Speer Lawman 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain TMJ Ammunition

    $25.99

    84 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type TMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 865 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 208 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 52¢ per round
    • Made by Speer
  37. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $509.99

    6 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 807 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 229 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 51¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  38. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain SJSP Ammunition

    $499.99

    5 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJSP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 890 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 278 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 50¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  39. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain SJSP Ammunition

    $499.99

    9 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type SJSP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 755 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 200 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 50¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  40. PMC Battle Pack 38 Special Ammo - 900 Rounds of 132 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $449.99

    31 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 917 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 232 ft lbs
    • 900 Rounds
    • 50¢ per round
    • Made by PMC
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Overview of 38 Special Ammo

The .38 Special cartridge has been a significant part of the world of firearms for over 100 years after being introduced in 1902. A rimmed, centerfire round, the .38 Special is most often chambered in revolvers. But other firearms, including carbines and semi-automatic pistols, have been chambered for this caliber.

It's been known by many names, including the .38 Smith & Wesson Special, the .38 Colt Special, 9x29.5mmR, or 9.1x29mmR. In its standard round, the .38 Special weighs 158 grain (gr), features a total cartridge length of 1.455 inches, and travels at 755 feet per second (fps).

What are the most popular .38 Special brands you sell?

Best .38 Special Ammo for Specific Use Cases

Use Case Details
Best 38 Special for Self-Defense Best Overall: Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special +P 110gr JHP
Runner-Up: Speer 38 Special +P 125gr JHP
Best 38 Special for Snubbies Best Overall: Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special +P 110gr JHP
Runner-Up: Blazer 38 Special 125 Grain FMJ
Best 38 Special for Target Practice Best Overall: Ammo Inc 125gr TMJ
Runner-Up: Fiocchi .38 Special 130gr FMJ

Molly Carter
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Customer Reviews

  • Old_Dude said:

    This was my first order from Ammo.com and I was not disappointed. The 1000 rounds came packaged securely, was reasonably priced and arrived on time. I use these as range ammo in my 3 revolvers; S & W 686-6 357 mag, S & W Airweight 38 snub nose and my Ruger LCR 38 snub nose.They work and that's all I can ask. They perform well, and are fine for an indoor range with good ventilation. I will use these again. I also use Hornady Critical Defense 110 gr JHP in the 38s at home and Winchester in my 686 at home for self defense if needed.

  • Big Jake said:

    These are go to rounds for home. I love it , they wont.

  • Snuffy said:

    This amo is sharp, quick and no problem.

  • Jj said:

    Works good

  • skip1215 said:

    excellent quality--will purchase again.

  • Deead Eye Duff said:

    You need to check out, Ammo.com. You will not find a better price on hi quality ammo, anywhere. My friends and I in Texas, all stock up, with Ammo com. Keep 'em all in the 10 range. I even bought my wife .357 Ammo there!

  • Bobby said:

    Will from u guys again great customer service

  • Tomcat said:

    I was looking for something to shoot that didn't cost me an arm and a leg. There were no 9mm or 22LR available so I bought these 38SPL rounds. They performed quite well and allowed me to shoot my old model 6. 4" heavy barrel S&W. Over all I am happy with the results.

  • mike116m1a1 said:

    bought 50 rounds to run through my ruger cmdr no issues loading or cycling for practice on paper,plates and pins so came back and ordered 500 more rounds

  • Frank said:

    Worked like it should it went in the gun. it came out of the gun . so it worked just fine.

  • shorty said:

    I find this to be a quality practice ammo at a good price. Your service was prompt and will probably use ammo.com again for some 9mm ammo.

  • Ann said:

    Wpould buy again

  • cooky said:

    we received the ammo in a timely manner. the ammo was all we expected it to be. we will shop again.