The HSM Cowboy Action .38 Special 158gr (50 rounds, HSM item no. HSM-38-5-N) is .38 Special Cowboy Action ammunition from HSM, loaded with a 158-grain round flat point bullet. HSM builds its Cowboy Action line for competitors and enthusiasts who appreciate the firearms, tradition and shooting sports of the American West. Every cartridge in the line is loaded in Montana using premium brass, carefully selected powders and rigorous quality standards. HSM designs the line for consistent velocities, dependable ignition, smooth cycling and manageable recoil in classic revolvers and lever-action rifles. This .38 Special load lists a velocity of 840 fps and 248 ft-lbs of energy.

Key Specifications

• The cartridge is .38 Special, the chambering HSM lists for this load.
• Bullet weight is 158 grains, the weight HSM lists for this .38 Special load.
• The bullet is a Round Flat Point, listed by HSM as a low-velocity load.
• Velocity is listed at 840 fps, the figure HSM publishes for this load.
• Energy is listed at 248 ft-lbs, the figure HSM publishes alongside the velocity.
• The cases are loaded with premium brass, which HSM states for every cartridge in its Cowboy Action line.
• The box holds 50 rounds, so that is the quantity you receive.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this differ from the 148-grain .38 Special load? This one uses a 158-grain round flat point bullet listed as low-velocity, where the other uses a 148-grain semi-wadcutter.

What is the HSM Cowboy Action line for? HSM builds it for competitors and enthusiasts who shoot classic revolvers and lever-action rifles, with consistent velocities, dependable ignition, smooth cycling and manageable recoil.

How many rounds come in this box? The box holds 50 rounds of .38 Special ammunition.

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