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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. Fiocchi 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $394.99
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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 950 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 260 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 39.5¢ per round
    • Made by Fiocchi

  2. Winchester 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $214.99

    $199.99

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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs

  3. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 130 Grain FMC Ammunition

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    $414.99
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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 41.5¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech

  4. Winchester 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $219.99
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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs

  5. Winchester 38 Special Ammo - 100 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $44.99

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    73 In stock now

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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs

  6. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 130 Grain MC Ammunition

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    $459.99

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    7 In stock now

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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 790 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 180 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 46¢ per round
    • Made by Remington

  7. Remington UMC 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $239.99
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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 790 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 173 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 48¢ per round
    • Made by Remington

  8. Winchester 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $24.99
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    8 In stock now

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    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs

  9. Remington UMC 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $25.99

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    141 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

  10. Fiocchi 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $25.99
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    134 In stock now

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    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

  11. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 250 Rounds of 130 Grain MC Ammunition

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    $129.99
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    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

  12. Federal American Eagle 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

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    $28.99
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    134 In stock now

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    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

  13. Federal Hydra-Shok Deep 38 Special +P Ammo - 20 Rounds of 130 Grain JHP Ammunition

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    $32.99
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    68 In stock now

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    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 900 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 234 ft lbs
    • 20 Rounds
    • $1.65 per round
    • Made by Federal

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

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Winchester 38 Special Ammo - 100 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition
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  • Eli said:

    This was my first purchase from Ammo.com, but it will not be my last.

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Remington 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 130 Grain MC Ammunition
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  • Robert said:

    Bought 1000 of these to teach myself how to shoot a snub nose Smith & Wesson. Gone through more than half. Each kicks the same. No miss fires. Come out of the cylinder easily. Will buy them again to keep in practice.

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Remington UMC 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition
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  • 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.