S&B .38 Special WC is a centerfire cartridge designed for precision shooting, featuring a classic flat-nosed wadcutter bullet.
S&B .38 Special WC is a centerfire cartridge designed for precision shooting, featuring a classic flat-nosed wadcutter bullet. The 9.6-gram lead bullet cuts a clean, round hole in paper targets, making it easier to assess hits during competitions and training. Suitable for use with .38 Special caliber revolvers Precision and target shooting Competition shooting Training at the shooting range Shooting at paper targets Achieving clearly assessable hit holes Firearms whose manufacturer allows the use of standard pressure .38 Special ammunition Why choose S&B .38 Special WC? Wadcutter profile designed for precision shooting Leaves a clean and well-defined hole in the paper target Traditional 100% lead bullet Bullet weight 9.6 g or 148 gr Muzzle velocity 213 m/s Muzzle energy 218 J Standard pressure load, not +P Factory brass case Manufacturer's recommended use: shooting range and competition Box contains 50 cartridges Technical specifications Caliber: .38 Special Bullet type: WC or wadcutter Bullet material: lead Bullet jacket material: no jacket Bullet weight: 9.60 g / 148 gr Sectional density: 0.166 lb/in² Ballistic coefficient: G1 0.059 Total cartridge weight: 14.3 g Cartridge length: 30.20 mm Case: factory brass case +P load: no Estimated power factor: 103.5 kgr·fps Test barrel length: 190 mm Manufacturer's recommended use: shooting range and match/competition shooting Manufacturer's specified features: reliable, economical, and 100% lead bullet Ballistic data At muzzle: 213 m/s and 218 J At 25 m: 207 m/s and 206 J At 50 m: 201 m/s and 194 J At 100 m: 190 m/s and 173 J The manufacturer's ballistic values are measured with a 190 mm test barrel. Actual velocity and energy may vary depending on barrel length, specific firearm characteristics, and environmental conditions. Trajectory comparison data Manufacturer's published points of impact with sights set for 25 meters: 12.5 m: +1.0 cm 25 m: 0.0 cm 50 m: –12.3 cm 100 m: –84.8 cm These figures are for reference only. The actual point of impact must always be confirmed with the specific firearm, sight, and ammunition lot used. Packaging Cartridges per box: 50 Boxes per shipping case: 24 Cartridges per shipping case: 1200 Box dimensions: 117.5 × 61.5 × 40.5 mm Approximate box weight: 0.77 kg Frequently Asked Questions What is a wadcutter bullet? A wadcutter is an almost cylindrical bullet with a flat front, developed primarily for shooting at paper targets. The flat nose cuts a clean, round hole in the paper, making it easier to accurately assess hits. Is this cartridge suitable for self-defense or hunting? The manufacturer recommends this load for use at the shooting range and in match or competition shooting. The main advantage of the wadcutter bullet is accuracy and a clean hit hole in paper targets, so it is not a universal load for hunting or self-defense purposes. Can a .38 Special cartridge be used in a .357 Magnum revolver? Many .357 Magnum revolvers allow the use of .38 Special cartridges, but compatibility must always be confirmed from the specific firearm's manual and caliber markings. .357 Magnum cartridges must not be used in firearms designed only for .38 Special caliber. Are .38 Special and .38 S&W the same caliber? No. These are cartridges with different dimensions and are not automatically interchangeable. When selecting ammunition, the caliber on the box must exactly match the caliber marked on the firearm. Why might a wadcutter bullet be seated almost entirely inside the case? This is a characteristic design of classic wadcutter loads. The bullet may be seated nearly flush with the case mouth to achieve the required overall length and ballistic properties for this cartridge type. When is S&B .38 Special WC the right choice? This cartridge is suitable for shooters using a .38 Special revolver for precision or competition shooting and who want clearly distinguishable hit holes in paper targets. The 148-grain wadcutter bullet, 213 m/s muzzle velocity, and standard pressure load form a classic combination for practice at short shooting distances. FMJ loads may be more practical for general training, while Nontox TFMJ is better suited for indoor ranges where reducing exposure to lead residues is desired. Expert recommendation When assessing the accuracy of a wadcutter load, use a stable shooting position and consistent trigger technique. If you typically switch from FMJ or LRN cartridges to this load, recheck the point of impact: bullet weight, muzzle velocity, and trajectory differ, and the same sight setting may not produce the same point of impact. After shooting with lead bullets, clean the barrel and cylinder according to the firearm manufacturer's instructions. Always use safety glasses and hearing protection, and ensure before loading that the firearm's caliber marking matches exactly the marking on the cartridge box. Accurate .38 Special ammunition for paper targets S&B .38 Special WC 9.6 g combines the classic 148-grain lead wadcutter bullet, standard pressure load, and cleanly assessable hit holes. It is a purposeful choice for revolver precision training as well as match and competition shooting.
S&B .38 Special WC is a centerfire cartridge designed for precision shooting, featuring a classic flat-nosed wadcutter bullet. The 9.6-gram lead bullet cuts a clean, round hole in paper targets, making it easier to assess hits during competitions and training. Suitable for use with .38 Special caliber revolvers Precision and target shooting Competition shooting Training at the shooting range Shooting at paper targets Achieving clearly assessable hit holes Firearms whose manufacturer allows the use of standard pressure .38 Special ammunition Why choose S&B .38 Special WC? Wadcutter profile designed for precision shooting Leaves a clean and well-defined hole in the paper target Traditional 100% lead bullet Bullet weight 9.6 g or 148 gr Muzzle velocity 213 m/s Muzzle energy 218 J Standard pressure load, not +P Factory brass case Manufacturer's recommended use: shooting range and competition Box contains 50 cartridges Technical specifications Caliber: .38 Special Bullet type: WC or wadcutter Bullet material: lead Bullet jacket material: no jacket Bullet weight: 9.60 g / 148 gr Sectional density: 0.166 lb/in² Ballistic coefficient: G1 0.059 Total cartridge weight: 14.3 g Cartridge length: 30.20 mm Case: factory brass case +P load: no Estimated power factor: 103.5 kgr·fps Test barrel length: 190 mm Manufacturer's recommended use: shooting range and match/competition shooting Manufacturer's specified features: reliable, economical, and 100% lead bullet Ballistic data At muzzle: 213 m/s and 218 J At 25 m: 207 m/s and 206 J At 50 m: 201 m/s and 194 J At 100 m: 190 m/s and 173 J The manufacturer's ballistic values are measured with a 190 mm test barrel. Actual velocity and energy may vary depending on barrel length, specific firearm characteristics, and environmental conditions. Trajectory comparison data Manufacturer's published points of impact with sights set for 25 meters: 12.5 m: +1.0 cm 25 m: 0.0 cm 50 m: –12.3 cm 100 m: –84.8 cm These figures are for reference only. The actual point of impact must always be confirmed with the specific firearm, sight, and ammunition lot used. Packaging Cartridges per box: 50 Boxes per shipping case: 24 Cartridges per shipping case: 1200 Box dimensions: 117.5 × 61.5 × 40.5 mm Approximate box weight: 0.77 kg Frequently Asked Questions What is a wadcutter bullet? A wadcutter is an almost cylindrical bullet with a flat front, developed primarily for shooting at paper targets. The flat nose cuts a clean, round hole in the paper, making it easier to accurately assess hits. Is this cartridge suitable for self-defense or hunting? The manufacturer recommends this load for use at the shooting range and in match or competition shooting. The main advantage of the wadcutter bullet is accuracy and a clean hit hole in paper targets, so it is not a universal load for hunting or self-defense purposes. Can a .38 Special cartridge be used in a .357 Magnum revolver? Many .357 Magnum revolvers allow the use of .38 Special cartridges, but compatibility must always be confirmed from the specific firearm's manual and caliber markings. .357 Magnum cartridges must not be used in firearms designed only for .38 Special caliber. Are .38 Special and .38 S&W the same caliber? No. These are cartridges with different dimensions and are not automatically interchangeable. When selecting ammunition, the caliber on the box must exactly match the caliber marked on the firearm. Why might a wadcutter bullet be seated almost entirely inside the case? This is a characteristic design of classic wadcutter loads. The bullet may be seated nearly flush with the case mouth to achieve the required overall length and ballistic properties for this cartridge type. When is S&B .38 Special WC the right choice? This cartridge is suitable for shooters using a .38 Special revolver for precision or competition shooting and who want clearly distinguishable hit holes in paper targets. The 148-grain wadcutter bullet, 213 m/s muzzle velocity, and standard pressure load form a classic combination for practice at short shooting distances. FMJ loads may be more practical for general training, while Nontox TFMJ is better suited for indoor ranges where reducing exposure to lead residues is desired. Expert recommendation When assessing the accuracy of a wadcutter load, use a stable shooting position and consistent trigger technique. If you typically switch from FMJ or LRN cartridges to this load, recheck the point of impact: bullet weight, muzzle velocity, and trajectory differ, and the same sight setting may not produce the same point of impact. After shooting with lead bullets, clean the barrel and cylinder according to the firearm manufacturer's instructions. Always use safety glasses and hearing protection, and ensure before loading that the firearm's caliber marking matches exactly the marking on the cartridge box. Accurate .38 Special ammunition for paper targets S&B .38 Special WC 9.6 g combines the classic 148-grain lead wadcutter bullet, standard pressure load, and cleanly assessable hit holes. It is a purposeful choice for revolver precision training as well as match and competition shooting.
