The Barnes Originals Bullets (Barnes part no. 30614) carry forward the design that started the entire custom bullet industry: a pure copper jacket pressure-formed around a pure lead core. Introduced in 1939, this was the first custom bullet ever made available to American handloaders, and it became the favorite of professional hunters who demanded performance they could depend on every time they pulled the trigger. On impact, Barnes Originals typically expand to more than 200 percent of their original diameter while retaining 70 to 90 percent of their original weight, a combination that has kept this .45-70 loading in demand for over eight decades. Built by Barnes and sold 50 to a box, this 400-grain flat-nose soft point at .458-inch diameter is a proven choice for hunters who want a piece of bullet-making history that still performs.

Key Specifications

• Sized for .45-70 at a true diameter of .458 inches.
• Weighs 400 grains, a heavy weight built for deep penetration.
• FNSP (Flat Nose Soft Point) profile.
• Pure copper jacket pressure-formed around a pure lead core.
• Expands to more than 200 percent of its original diameter on impact.
• Retains 70 to 90 percent of its original weight after expansion.
• Ships 50 bullets per box.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this bullet an Original? It uses Barnes’ first-ever custom bullet design from 1939: a pure copper jacket pressure-formed around a pure lead core.

How much does this bullet expand? It typically expands to more than 200 percent of its original diameter while retaining 70 to 90 percent of its weight.

What caliber is this bullet built for? 45-70, at a true diameter of .458 inches.

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