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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 - 250 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition

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    $278.99
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    Bullet type Flex-Tip-Technology (FTX)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1010 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 249 ft lbs
    • 250 Rounds
    • $1.12 per round
    • Made by Hornady

  2. Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special +P Ammo - 250 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition (Brass Cases Not Nickel-Plated)

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    $279.99
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    Bullet type Flex-Tip-Technology (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

  3. Hornady 38 Special Ammo - 250 Rounds of 158 Grain JHP Ammunition

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    $289.99
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    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

  4. Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special +P Ammo - 25 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition (Cases Not Nickel-Plated)

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    $29.99

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    77 In stock now

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    Bullet type Flex-Tip-Technology (FTX)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1090 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 290 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • $1.2 per round
    • Made by Hornady

  5. Hornady 38 Special Ammo - 25 Rounds of 158 Grain JHP Ammunition

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    $30.00
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    8 In stock now

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    Bullet type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 199 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • $1.2 per round
    • Made by Hornady

  6. Hornady Critical Defense Lite 38 Special Ammo - 25 Rounds of 90 Grain FTX Ammunition

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    54 In stock now

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    Bullet type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1200 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 288 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • $1.24 per round
    • Made by Hornady

  7. Winchester 38 Special +P Ammo - 20 Rounds of 130 Grain JHP Ammunition

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    $25.99
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    110 In stock now

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    Bullet type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 950 FPS

  8. Federal 38 Special Ammo - 20 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition

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    $27.99
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    8 In stock now

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    Bullet type JHP
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 980 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 235 ft lbs
    • 20 Rounds
    • $1.4 per round
    • Made by Federal

  9. Underwood 38 Special Ammo - 20 Rounds of 158 Grain LSWHPGC Ammunition

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    $27.99
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    Bullet type Lead Semi-Wadcutter Hollow Point(LSWCHP)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 980 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 337 ft lbs
    • 20 Rounds
    • $1.4 per round
    • Made by Underwood

  10. Fiocchi 38 Special +P Ammo - 25 Rounds of 125 Grain JHP Ammunition

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    $35.00
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    79 In stock now

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    Bullet type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 1050 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 306 ft lbs
    • 25 Rounds
    • $1.4 per round
    • Made by Fiocchi
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History 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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Remington 38 Special +P Ammo - 50 Rounds of 110 Grain SJHP Ammunition
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  • hag1945 said:

    Great!

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Prvi Partizan 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition
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  • ed said:

    fully satisfied, good value, good price

Click To Purchase This 38 Special Independence Ammunition
Independence 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition
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  • Johnny-Boy said:

    Worked great and shot straight.

Click To Purchase This 38 Special Blazer Brass Ammunition
Blazer 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain FMJ Ammunition
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  • THE COLONEL said:

    LIKE THE FMJ

Click To Purchase This 38 Special Speer Ammunition
Speer CleanFire 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain TMJ Ammunition
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  • John said:

    Speer makes great ammo. Unfortunately, with supply so low, prices are high. But, you better have good ammo on hand. This is good!!!!

  • John said:

    Speer makes great ammo. Unfortunately, with supply so low, prices are high. But, you better have good ammo on hand. This is good!!!!

Click To Purchase This 38 Special Hornady Ammunition
Hornady Critical Defense 38 Special +P Ammo - 25 Rounds of 110 Grain JHP Ammunition (Cases Not Nickel-Plated)
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  • 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.