Product Information: .38 cal 148gr HBWC .358″

.38 cal 148gr HBWC .358″ In Stock. Hollow base wad cutters are known for their accuracy and cutting neat holes in the target. We are glad to offer this lower cost bullet that performs very well and is easy on your wallet. Sold in lots of 500.

Key Specifications:

• Bullet Diameter: 0.358 inches
• Bullet Weight: 148 grains
• Bullet Type: Hard-Bevel Wadcutter (HBWC)

The 0.358″ bullet diameter is the standard for the .38 Special cartridge, ensuring proper fit and reliable cycling in revolvers and some semi-automatic pistols chambered for this popular centerfire pistol round.

At 148 grains, this bullet weight falls on the lighter end of the spectrum for .38 Special ammunition. Some key points:

• The 148gr HBWC bullet typically produces muzzle velocities around 800-950 fps from a 4″ revolver barrel.
• This lightweight bullet offers very manageable recoil and is well-suited for precision target shooting.
• 148gr HBWC .38 Special ammunition is primarily used for target, competition, and recreational shooting.

The Hard-Bevel Wadcutter (HBWC) bullet design provides:

• A flat-nosed, wadcutter profile that cuts clean, accurate holes in paper targets.
• The hard-bevel base promotes reliable feeding and consistent penetration.
• HBWC bullets are renowned for their accuracy and offer a balance of precision and penetration.

This .38 caliber 148 grain Hard-Bevel Wadcutter (HBWC) bullet with a .358″ diameter represents an excellent choice for .38 Special shooters focused on target and competition applications.

The 148gr weight combined with the HBWC bullet shape makes this ammunition incredibly accurate and well-suited for precision shooting, while also offering very manageable recoil.

Compared to standard round-nose or hollow point bullet designs, the 148gr HBWC provides more consistent downrange performance and cleaner holes in paper, making it a popular option among competitive and recreational .38 Special shooters.

The hard-bevel base also helps to ensure reliable penetration and terminal ballistics, adding to the versatility of this ammunition for a variety of target and plinking scenarios.

The .38 caliber 148 grain Hard-Bevel Wadcutter (HBWC) bullet with a .358″ diameter is an outstanding choice for precision target and competition shooting with the .38 Special cartridge, offering excellent accuracy, consistency, and manageable recoil.