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Fiocchi 38 S&W Short 145gr FMJ Ammunition 50rds - 38SWSHA
Brand:
Fiocchi
Bullet Type:
Full Metal Jacket
Caliber:
.38 S&W
Capacity:
50
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
145 grain
From:
$23.22
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Remington Performance WheelGun 146 gr Lead Round Nose .38 S&W Ammo, 50/box - RPW38SW
Brand:
Remington
Bullet Type:
Lead Round Nose
Caliber:
.38 S&W
Capacity:
50
Finish Per Color:
Brass
Grains:
146 grain
From:
$36.00
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Buffalo Bore Ammunition 20.5A/20 Pistol 38 S&W 125 gr Hard Cast Flat Nose (HCFN) 20 Bx/ 12 Cs
Brand:
Buffalo Bore
Bullet Type:
Hard Cast Flat Nose (HCFN)
Caliber:
.38 S&W
Grains:
125 grain
Rounds:
20
From:
$31.09
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Federal Black Pack 38 Special 125 Grain Full Metal Jacket Handgun Ammo - 150 round box
Brand:
Federal Ammo
Caliber:
.38 S&W Special
Rounds:
150
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Buffalo Bore Centerfire Handgun Ammo - .38 S&W - 125 Grain - 20 Rounds
Brand:
Buffalo Bore
Caliber:
.38 S&W
Rounds:
20
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Winchester 38 S&W 145gr LRN Ammunition 50rds - X38SWP
Brand:
Winchester
Bullet Type:
Lead Round Nose
Caliber:
.38 S&W
Rounds:
50
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Fiocchi Cowboy Action .38 S&W 145 Grain Handgun Ammo
Brand:
Fiocchi
Caliber:
.38 S&W
Rounds:
50
Marketplace Insights
★ 4.3/5
based on 3 customer reviews across 7 variants from 26 retailers
Customers appreciate the product availability and performance quality, though one reviewer noted cleanliness concerns.
What customers like
Product Availability67%
I was surprised to be able to buy this considering the ammo shortage
Performance Quality67%
My favorite load for consistency as well as a bit hotter than magtech
Seller Satisfaction33%
I'm very happy with the seller
Common concerns
Product Cleanliness33%
did seem to be very dirty tho
Frequently Asked Questions
Buy .38 S&W Ammo for Sale
Is 38 S&W ammo still made?
Yes, .38 S&W is still in production. Manufacturers including Fiocchi, Remington, Winchester, and Prvi Partizan continue making it. It remains available from multiple retailers and is popular for use in vintage revolvers.
Is .38 S&W the same as .38 Special?
No, they are different cartridges. The .38 S&W has a slightly larger diameter case than the .38 Special and the two are not interchangeable. Always use only the ammunition matching the caliber marked on your firearm.
Can I shoot 38 S&W in a 38 Special revolver?
No. .38 S&W has a larger bullet diameter than .38 Special and won't chamber properly. Attempting to force it risks jamming or damage. Always shoot only the cartridge marked on your revolver's barrel. If unsure which you own, have a gunsmith verify before firing.
What guns use 38 S&W?
The .38 S&W cartridge was chambered in revolvers like the Smith & Wesson Hand Ejector, Colt Police Positive, Iver Johnson Safety Hammerless, and British Webley and Enfield service revolvers. It remained in official use as late as the 1970s. Do not confuse it with .38 Special, a different cartridge.
Will a 38 stop an attacker?
A .38 Special can stop an attacker. Effectiveness depends on shot placement, ammunition type, and the threat. Modern hollow-point loads perform better than older rounds. Many consider it adequate for personal protection, though 9mm or .357 Magnum offer more stopping power with less precise shot placement required.