Sellier & Bellot .357 Magnum 158gr Lead Flat Nose ammunition (brand part no. SB357L) is a straightforward, no-jacket option for revolver shooters who put volume ahead of everything else. Sellier & Bellot casts this 158-grain bullet from solid lead and gives it a flat meplat instead of a jacket, keeping the per-round cost down for practice, plinking, and cowboy-action style shooting. The flat nose punches a clean, full-diameter hole through paper targets, making hits easy to call from the firing line, and it feeds smoothly through revolver cylinders without the complications a hollow point cavity can introduce. The reloadable brass case rounds out a load built for shooters who want to spend more time behind the trigger and less time worrying about cost per round. It is a practical choice for range days, steel challenges, and general .357 Magnum familiarization.

Key Specifications

• The caliber is .357 Magnum, a versatile revolver cartridge suited to both practice and field use.
• The bullet weighs 158 grains, the traditional weight for .357 Magnum practice loads.
• The bullet is made of solid lead with no copper jacket, keeping production cost low for high-volume shooting.
• Its flat nose profile cuts a clean, full-diameter hole through paper targets for easy scoring.
• The case material is brass, reloadable for shooters who cast or purchase their own bullets.
• Each box holds 50 rounds, enough for an extended range session.
• The cost runs about $0.65 per round, budget pricing for a full .357 Magnum load.
• The box ships at approximately 1.8 lbs, worth factoring in when planning a bulk order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is lead flat nose ammunition good for practice? Yes, its low cost per round and clean-punching profile make it a popular choice for range practice and cowboy-action shooting.

Does a lead bullet cause more barrel fouling than a jacketed bullet? Lead bullets can leave more residue than jacketed bullets, so regular cleaning is recommended after extended range sessions.

How many rounds come in a full case? A case totals 20 boxes of 50 rounds, for 1,000 rounds altogether.

Buy Sellier & Bellot .357 Magnum 158gr Lead Flat Nose

Volume shooting adds up fast, and this Sellier & Bellot lead flat nose load keeps the cost manageable without giving up .357 Magnum recoil and report. Run it through your revolver for practice, competition, or just an afternoon of plinking. Order from our handgun ammunition selection at our Lubbock, Texas gun shop, and it ships fast to your door.