The Sellier & Bellot SB38P delivers consistent 38 Special performance with 158-grain full metal jacket construction designed for target shooting and training applications. This Czech-manufactured ammunition provides reliable ignition and uniform ballistics across temperature ranges.
What Makes This Different
Sellier & Bellot's 158-grain FMJ projectile maintains traditional 38 Special velocities while offering enhanced penetration compared to lighter bullet weights. The full metal jacket design reduces lead fouling in barrel rifling and provides clean feeding in revolvers and carbines. Quality control standards ensure consistent powder charges and primer seating across production runs.
Key Features
- 158-grain full metal jacket bullet for deep penetration and reduced barrel fouling
- Boxer-primed brass cases suitable for reloading applications
- Muzzle velocity approximately 850 fps from 4-inch barrel
- Compatible with all 38 Special and 357 Magnum chambered firearms
- Non-corrosive primers prevent barrel damage during storage
- 50-round packaging provides convenient range quantities
- Czech Republic manufacturing with European quality standards
Range testing demonstrates consistent groupings at 25 yards with minimal velocity deviation between rounds. The 158-grain weight provides sufficient momentum for reliable cycling in semi-automatic platforms while maintaining manageable recoil for extended shooting sessions. This load performs effectively in both snub-nose revolvers and longer-barreled target guns.
Technical Specs
- Caliber: 38 Special
- Bullet Weight: 158 grains
- Bullet Type: Full Metal Jacket (FMJ)
- Muzzle Velocity: ~850 fps (4-inch barrel)
- Muzzle Energy: ~254 ft-lbs
- Case Material: Boxer-primed brass
- Primer: Non-corrosive
- Quantity: 50 rounds per box
- Country of Origin: Czech Republic
Sellier & Bellot's century-plus manufacturing experience shows in consistent case dimensions and reliable primer ignition. The 50-round box quantity matches standard range practice needs while the reloadable brass cases extend ammunition value for handloaders.