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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. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

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    $389.99

    2 Reviews

    83 In stock now

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    Bullet type LRN
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 755 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 200 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 39¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech

  2. Sellier and Bellot 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

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    $409.99

    1 Review

    9 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

  3. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

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    $264.99

    $214.99

    1 Review

    112 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
    • 43¢ per round
    • Made by Remington

  4. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

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    $22.99

    3 Reviews

    143 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
    • 46¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech

  5. Federal 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

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    $498.99

    1 Review

    5 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
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 49.9¢ per round
    • Made by Federal

  6. Federal 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

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    $25.99

    1 Review

    20 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

  7. Sellier and Bellot 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

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    $25.99
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    23 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

  8. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

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    $26.99

    2 Reviews

    108 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

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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Customer Reviews

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  • Rick said:

    Large quantity arrived intact, price allows more frequent practice, thus maintaining proficiency. First box had one F to F. Second primer strike solved that. 25 rounds remain in first box for 4% error rate to date.

  • titanium194333 said:

    Will make further purchases --soon ---need 12 ga. ammo

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  • M.J. said:

    Great ammunition

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  • 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

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  • Mike493 said:

    Looked at several sites before finding the ammo purchased

  • Gene said:

    They all went "bang!"

  • Chuck said:

    I will definitely buy this again...................

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  • Woody Strode said:

    What can I say? It's Federal. Never fails, clean burning, consistent shot after shot. My first choice for factory new ammo.

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  • Frank said:

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

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  • 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.