38 Special Bullets
38 Special Bullets for Sale
The packages below include only the projectile and are meant for shooters who reload their own ammunition. If you are looking for loaded cartridges ready to fire, please visit our 38 Special Ammo page to see what we have in-stock.
Despite the overwhelming popularity of semi-automatic pistols, the 38 Special remains one of America’s favorite handgun cartridges. It is not a dominating round in terms of power, but its reliability, manageable recoil, and proven effectiveness for self-defense will all make sure the 38 Special sticks around for a very long time.
The 38 Special performs well with a wide range of bullets. 38 Special bullets for reloading typically weigh 110 to 158 grains. LRN and SWC wadcutters are commonly loaded for target shooting, while a variety of available JHPs let reloaders create self-defense loads of their own design.
Reloading the 38 Special is relatively easy thanks to its large case and tolerance for a variety of different propellant charges – you do not have to worry about whether a charge can cycle a semi-auto, after all. Seating a bullet to the correct depth isn’t overcomplicated. The low power round is gentle on its case, so brass can be reloaded dozens of times. Many shooters don’t even bother cleaning their brass since they can just pluck it out of a cylinder once fired!
The 357 Magnum bullet shares an identical .357 diameter, making 38 Special bullets an even more versatile investment.
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Berry's .357 Bullets - 125 Grain Flat Point Solid – 1000 Count (Not Ammo)
$94.85Cost Per Bullet 9.5¢ per bullet Bullet Weight 125 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 1000 Bullet Type Flat-Point Solids Manufacturer Berry's Manufacturer SKU 95400 Please note: This isn’t loaded ammunition. Component bullets are basically fishing sinkers until they have cases, propellant and primers.
Home cooking is always better than takeout. Handloaded ammo is always better than the factory stuff, too! If you prefer to put a personal touch on every round you fire, then you’re going to love what Berry’s is up to.
At 125 grains and .357” in diameter, this makes the perfect bullet for either 38 Special or 357 Magnum. The bullet is well balanced thanks both to its swaged lead core and electroplated copper jacket, and its flat meplat is great for stamping holes into paper targets.
An electroplated jacket isn’t just evenly distributed. It also leaves no part of the core exposed to propellant gasses, which prevents the evaporation of toxic lead during ignition. Berry’s restrikes their TMJ bullets once they have plated them, creating a durable bond in the process.
These training bullets are .518" long. Loading them to velocities in excess of 1,250 fps may lead to core/jacket separation. Plated bullets are not recommended for firearms with ported barrels or compensators.Customer Reviews
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Good, plated, flat nose 38 special bullets
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Having loaded 1000s of similar bullets in the last few decades, these seem as good as any, though I never thought I would ever have to pay so much for bullets. I do feel however, from one that somehow got damaged while reloading, that the plating on these might be on the light side, but I haven't compared it to my previous reloads yet.
Review by J (Posted on 7/14/2022)
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Very nice bullets that load easily and show good accuracy.
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Very nice bullets. They load easily and show good accuracy
Review by Popkeen (Posted on 12/8/2021)
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Good product for the money.
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For my purposes, loading for .38 special, these bullets were a very good buy. Recommended FPS limit was 1250, so I'm guessing the coating was a bit thin for hot Magnum loads, but I rarely shoot those anyway.
Sometimes I will do a + P load and they are fine for that too.Review by Terry (Posted on 8/10/2021)
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Berry's .38 Special /.357 Magnum (.357" Diameter) Bullets 158 Grain Plated RN Double Struck - 1000 Projectiles
$109.85Cost Per Bullet 11.0¢ per bullet Bullet Weight 158 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 1000 Bullet Type Plated Round Nose Manufacturer Berry's Manufacturer SKU 01594 Berry's copper plated bullets are a great choice for affordable yet reliable custom loads. Each projectile in this box of 1000 is a 158 copper plated Round Nose (RN) with a .375" diameter. These bullets are swaged and plated to their final weight, then each bullet is re-struck to ensure consistency. Copper plated projectiles have less barrel fouling compared to traditional cast lead bullets and are more affordable than jacketed projectiles.
Note: Plated Bullets are not recommended for velocities over 1200 feet per second.
Don't forget to check out Widener's selection of Brass, while you're here.
**This is not loaded ammunition.**Customer Reviews
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Product was fine. Original Boxes were split down the corners and beaten up.
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Product appeared to be fine. Pain in the rear having to pick up bullets in the drive way while taping the original boxes back together. Your box was adequate. Originals could have been taped up before putting them in your box.
Review by Joe (Posted on 5/4/2022)
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Worked Well. Shot and Crimped fine.
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Worked well. I will order again.
Review by 38 Special (Posted on 5/2/2022)
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Berry's .38/.357 Caliber (.357" Diameter) 158 Grain Plated FP-DS – 1000 Rounds
$109.85Cost Per Bullet 11.0¢ per bullet Bullet Weight 158 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 1000 Bullet Type Plated Flat Point Manufacturer Berry's Manufacturer SKU 00616 Berry's Bullets have earned a reputation for quality and consistency. These 158 grain 38/357 projectiles are a great choice for affordable loads that are higher quality than traditional lead round nose projectiles. Each of these bullets are swaged at room temperature and copper-plated to their final weight. After plating these bullets are re-struck to ensure each projectile has a uniform plating and is symmetrical.
Note: Plated Bullets are not recommended for velocities over 1,200 feet per second.
Be sure to check out Widener's extensive collection of powder, primers and cases, for all of your re-loading needs.
**This is not loaded ammunition**Customer Reviews
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Very good product and a good value
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I do recommend these bullets . A good product and a good value !
Review by Mason (Posted on 6/26/2022)
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Wideners and Berry's deliver!
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Berry's makes a great product that performs well in the press and also on the range. With the current shortage of ammunition, and zero availability on 38 SPC and 357 Mag, having projectiles to replenish my training rounds is invaluable. Widener's was in stock and delivered fast. Now if if I could find more primers and powder, I would be even more satisfied.
Review by MB (Posted on 3/1/2021)
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Quality product
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Great product, consistent and high quality
Review by Miked (Posted on 2/28/2021)
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Good product
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Good product. Verry plreased
Review by Butch (Posted on 12/23/2020)
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Looks like a good product.
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Haven't loaded any of these yet but they look like they will do just fine foe the practice I have in mind.
Review by GS460 (Posted on 12/6/2020)
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EXCELLENT
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good product fair price
Review by MARK (Posted on 12/6/2020)
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Professional and fast service.
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I have purchased many items from Widener's and they always provide a clear explanation of their products with a quick response/receipt after the purchase and have fast shipping. Thanks for the great work Widener's.
Review by Eric-the-rider (Posted on 12/2/2020)
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Zero Bullet Company .357 Diameter Bullets - 125 Grain JHP – 500 Count
$59.85Cost Per Bullet 12.0¢ per bullet Bullet Weight 125 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 357 Maximum, 38 Special Quantity 500 Bullet Type Jacketed Hollow-Point (JHP) Manufacturer Zero Bullet Manufacturer SKU R102 There’s something much more intimate about making your own personal defense loads. With them you’re telling your assailant that you took a little extra time and put special care into preparation for your meeting.
This .357” diameter projectile by Zero Bullet Company is a great way to show that you care. At only 125 grains it is perfect for making a low recoil round, just the kind that facilitates rapid and accurate follow-up shots. And as a jacketed hollow point, it’s able to penetrate its target reliably before unleashing wholly devastating expansion and energy release. It’s the kind of terminal performance that your attacker is bound to notice at once, but also the kind that lessens the chance of overpenetration putting bystanders in harm’s way.
This bullet features the toothed cannelure that makes it easier to set a crimping die, so you can be certain that your handloads will boast exemplary consistency. Zero Bullet Company is based in Alabama, where they’ve earned a lofty reputation among enthusiasts for their products’ great quality for the better part of the last century. -
Zero Bullets 38 Special / 357 Magnum (.357" Diameter) 125 Grain JSP - 500 Projectiles
$59.85Cost Per Bullet 12.0¢ per bullet Bullet Weight 125 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 500 Bullet Type Jacketed Soft-Point (JSP) Manufacturer Zero Bullet Manufacturer SKU 103 These .357 inch diameter projectiles from Zero Bullets have an exposed soft lead tip at the crown of their copper jacket for a balance between expansion and penetration that makes them great for self-defense loads or even light game hunting. These bullets weigh 125 grains and are great for versatile use with both .38 Special and .357 Magnum calibers. In addition, Zero Bullets manufactures these Alabama-made bullets with a toothed cannelure on the jacket for proper crimping which prevents the jostling of the projectile from its casing while in the cylinder.
Don't forget to check out Widener's great selection of pistol powders, while you're here.Customer Reviews
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Great looking bullets
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Bullets look great and as described. My only problem is finding load data for jacketed soft point bullets. Other than that I'm pleased with my purchase of 125 gr .375 jsp bullets.
Review by Mike M (Posted on 5/29/2023)
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Many years of use with no negative results......
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Wideners survice excellent and fast. Zero bullets the same and I have used then for thirty plus years.
Review by RT (Posted on 10/12/2021)
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good bullets
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good quality bullets, I loaded a 100 and had no issues at the range. good bullets for practice at the range.
Review by PROK (Posted on 6/8/2020)
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Berry's .357 Diameter Bullets - 158 Grain Target HP – 1000 Count
$124.85Cost Per Bullet 12.5¢ per bullet Bullet Weight 158 Grain Bullet Caliber 357 Mag, 38 Special Quantity 1000 Bullet Type Hollow-Point (HP) Manufacturer Berry's Manufacturer SKU 63197 This is not loaded ammunition. These are component bullets, and they are solely intended for purchase by handloaders.
One thousand .357” diameter 158 grain bullets always make a great investment. Whether you love loading the loud and proud 357 Mag or its older brother the 38 Special, Berry’s has got you all taken care of!
This bullet is not designed for personal protection and is incapable of terminal expansion. The target hollow point is engineered to supply the accuracy sharpshooters need to do their best work. These bullets feature supremely concentric electroplated copper jackets, and their voidless lead cores only do more to enhance superior gyroscopic stability. Berry’s bullets are restruck following the electroplating process to ensure a solid bond between their cores and jackets, as well as their standardized dimensions.
Whether you use these bullets to load 1.580" OAL 357 Mag or 1.430" OAL 38 Spl, Berry’s warns against loading to a higher muzzle velocity than 1,250 fps – any faster and you risk component separation accompanied by weakened accuracy. These bullets are compatible with data for jacketed or cast bullets of the same weight and profile, and you may use either a roll or taper crimp.
