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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

    $389.99

    83 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
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 39¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  2. Fiocchi 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $394.99

    5 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
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 39.5¢ per round
    • Made by Fiocchi
  3. Winchester 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $214.99

    $199.99

    63 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 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs
  4. Sellier and Bellot 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $404.99

    2 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 889 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 278 ft lbs
  5. Sellier and Bellot 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $409.99

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

    $414.99

    6 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 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 41.5¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  7. Speer Lawman 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 125 Grain TMJ Ammunition

    $419.99

    58 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
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 42¢ per round
    • Made by Speer
  8. PMC 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 132 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $429.99

    32 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
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 43¢ per round
    • Made by PMC
  9. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $264.99

    $214.99

    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
  10. Fiocchi 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $429.99

    6 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 730 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 187 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 43¢ per round
    • Made by Fiocchi
  11. Winchester 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $219.99

    77 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 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs
  12. Speer Lawman 38 Special +P Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain TMJ Ammunition

    $439.99

    11 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
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 44¢ per round
    • Made by Speer
  13. Winchester 38 Special Ammo - 100 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $44.99

    73 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 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs
  14. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $22.99

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

    $459.99

    7 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 180 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 46¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  16. Blazer 38 Special +P Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $459.99

    4 In stock now

    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 +10
    Bullet type FMJ
    Primer Type Boxer
    Casing Type Aluminum
    Condition New
    Muzzle Velocity 850 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 253 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 46¢ per round
    • Made by Blazer
  17. Federal LE 38 Special +P Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain LSWCHP Ammunition

    $459.99

    18 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
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 46¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  18. Ammo Inc. 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain TMJ Ammunition

    $459.99

    3 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 780 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 213 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 46¢ per round
    • Made by Ammo Incorporated
  19. Remington UMC 38 Special Ammo - 500 Rounds of 130 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $239.99

    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 790 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 173 ft lbs
    • 500 Rounds
    • 48¢ per round
    • Made by Remington
  20. Speer Lawman Clean-Fire 38 Special +P Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain TMJ Ammunition

    $494.99

    3 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
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 49.5¢ per round
    • Made by Speer
  21. Federal 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $498.99

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

    $24.99

    8 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 800 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 185 ft lbs
  23. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain FMC Ammunition

    $24.99

    112 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 755 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 200 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 50¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  24. Federal Law Enforcement 38 Special +P Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LSWCHP Ammunition

    $24.99

    55 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
    • 50¢ per round
    • Made by Federal
  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 1000 Rounds of 158 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $509.99

    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 807 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 229 ft lbs
    • 1000 Rounds
    • 51¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  28. Federal 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $25.99

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

    $25.99

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

    $25.99

    134 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
  31. Sellier and Bellot 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $25.99

    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
  32. Speer Lawman 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain TMJ Ammunition

    $25.99

    123 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
  33. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 148 Grain LWC Ammunition

    $25.99

    114 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 709 FPS
    Muzzle Energy 165 ft lbs
    • 50 Rounds
    • 52¢ per round
    • Made by Magtech
  34. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 250 Rounds of 130 Grain MC Ammunition

    $129.99

    11 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
  35. PMC 38 Special Ammo - 300 Rounds of 132 Grain FMJ Ammunition

    $159.99

    16 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
  36. Remington 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LRN Ammunition

    $26.99

    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
  37. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain SJSP Ammunition

    $26.99

    145 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
  38. Magtech 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 125 Grain LFN Ammunition

    $26.99

    107 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
  39. Magtech 38 Special +P Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain SJHP Ammunition

    $27.49

    62 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
  40. Sellier and Bellot 38 Special Ammo - 50 Rounds of 158 Grain LFN Ammunition

    $27.49

    114 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
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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.

  • 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

  • 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

  • Eli said:

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

  • 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...................

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • Donald said:

    We used 1 box on re-active targets and were greatly impressed. They really smack hard!

  • 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.

  • Will said:

    Ran good. Value was pretty good.

  • Dusterdave said:

    needed some lite loads for wife to practice with--these fit the bill perfectly--good price excellent quality--ordered and rec'd the very next day--that was a stunner ammo was clean--went bank exactly what you it was supposed to be--magtech is fine by me

  • 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.