38 Super Ammo

Introduced in 1929 by Colt as an alternative chambering for the 1911 pistol, the .38 Super has evolved from an armor-penetrating fighting cartridge used by Prohibition-era FBI agents and gangsters to a competitive powerhouse used in IPSC and USPSA "racegun" matches.

.38 Super ammo is sometimes downloaded to 9mm levels for target shooting. These loads are good for high-volume practice, as full-power .38 Super loads are just as tiring to shoot as .45 ACP ones. Ammunition that seeks to take better advantage of the cartridge's potential usually fires a medium weight bullet in the 130 grain range at a velocity of around 1,300-1,400 feet per second. This combination is particularly good with jacketed hollow points, delivering strong, balanced penetration and expansion.

Most .38 Super handguns are 1911 derivatives, though the EAA Witness and SIG P220 offer interesting alternatives. These pistols all make great self-defense firearms provided they can be concealed effectively; self-defense ammo is available from a variety of manufacturers including Winchester, Corbon, and Buffalo Bore. You can find our in-stock 38 Super ammo line-up for sale below.

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  1. PMC 38 Super +P 130 Grain FMJ - 50 Rounds

    $28.00

    In stock

    Manufacturer PMC
    Condition New
    Bullet Weight 130 Grain
    Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
    Use Type plinking at the range
    Casing Type Brass
    Quantity 50
    Ammo Caliber 38 Super
    Manufacturer SKU 38SA
    Primer Type Boxer
    Magnetic No
    UPC Barcode 741569070126
    Cost Per Round 56¢ per round

    PMC is probably the best ammunition manufacturer in Asia, supplying the world with phenomenal, inexpensive ammo, and supplying their own country, South Korea, with most of the ammunition for their military. When you buy from PMC, you will be getting accurate, reliable ammunition that you can rely on.

    Developed in the latter part of the 1920's, the 38 Super was created as a higher powered version of the .38 ACP. However, not only are these rounds higher powered than the .38 ACP, but these have added pressure. When you fire these 38 Super +P, full metal jacket rounds, at 1100 feet per second, your target doesn't stand a chance. These 130 grain rounds are fantastic for range training, and with the added pressure, you can practice with the real feel of a self defense round.

    Customer Reviews

    good buy

    Good ammo, good deal, in stock, and fast delivery

    Review by ironmike (Posted on 10/1/2020)

  2. Prvi Partizan +P 38 Super 130 Grain FMJ – 500 Rounds

    $289.85

    In stock

    Manufacturer Prvi Partizan
    Condition New
    Bullet Weight 130 Grain
    Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
    Use Type plinking at the range
    Casing Type Brass
    Quantity 500
    Ammo Caliber 38 Super
    Manufacturer SKU PPH38SU
    Primer Type Boxer
    Magnetic No
    UPC Barcode 8605003814351
    Cost Per Round 58¢ per round

    If you're looking for a full power .38 Super target load that makes good use of this classic cartridge's ballistic potential, grab this case of ammunition from Serbian manufacturer Prvi Partizan.

    This ammunition fires a 130 grain full metal jacket bullet at 1,213 feet per second, making it significantly more powerful than most 9mm loads. In 1911s and other full-size handguns chambered for .38 Super, this does not come with a huge increase in felt recoil and results in an overall enjoyable shooting experience.

    Prvi Partizan ammo is loaded in the city of Uzice using non-corrosive primers and reloadable brass. Like all .38 Super ammo, these rounds are designated +P. Any firearm chambered in .38 Super can fire +P ammunition.

  3. Winchester 38 Super +P 130 Grain FMJ – 50 Rounds

    $51.85

    In stock

    Manufacturer Winchester
    Condition New
    Bullet Weight 130 Grain
    Bullet Type Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
    Use Type plinking at the range
    Casing Type Nickel-Plated Brass
    Quantity 50
    Ammo Caliber 38 Super
    Manufacturer SKU Q4205
    Primer Type Boxer
    Magnetic No
    UPC Barcode 020892201965
    Cost Per Round $1.04 per round

    Load up your 1911 or EAA Witness with this high quality .38 Super ammunition for a great time at the range. These cartridges fire a 130 grain full metal jacket bullet at a muzzle velocity of 1,215 feet per second, producing relatively mild recoil in the full size pistols typically used with this caliber. This ammo is designated +P, like all .38 Super loads. It can be fired in any gun chambered for .38 Super.

    Winchester ammunition is loaded in Oxford, Mississippi using non-corrosive Boxer primers and reloadable brass cases. Winchester brass is of very high quality and can serve as an excellent starting point for handloading.

    Although primarily associated with competitive shooting, the .38 Super is also excellent for regular target shooting as it is generally less tiring to shoot than the .45 ACP. When loaded with JHPs, it has higher performance potential than the 9mm Luger and can work very well for personal protection.

  4. Corbon Pow'RBall 38 Super +P 100 Grain - 20 Rounds

    Corbon Pow'RBall 38 Super +P 100 Grain - 20 Rounds

    $22.85

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    Manufacturer Corbon
    Condition New
    Bullet Weight 100 Grain
    Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP)
    Use Type home defense
    Casing Type Brass
    Quantity 20
    Ammo Caliber 38 Super
    Manufacturer SKU PB38X100/20
    Primer Type Boxer
    Magnetic No
    UPC Barcode 757750355460
    Cost Per Round $1.14 per round
    20 rounds of Corbon 38 Super ammo that'll have your gun firing for a while and your face smiling for even longer! The Boxer primer, 100 Grain Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) bullet and Brass cases on these New rounds make for the perfect companion for home defense. Pick up some rounds today and you'll get fast shipping along with Widener's world class service.

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