Speer Empty Shot Capsules with Base Plugs in .38/.357 caliber (brand part no. 8780) let handloaders build custom shot cartridges for revolvers, choosing their own shot size and velocity instead of settling for factory snake loads. Speer designed the capsules to fill with your preferred shot (not included), snap closed with the included base plugs, and load like a conventional bullet using data from the Speer Reloading Manual. The 50-count pack covers plenty of short-range pest and varmint loads for the field or the barn. Among reloading bullets, these capsules favor revolver shooters who want tailored shot cartridges their ammo shelf never offers.

Key Specifications

• Sized for .38/.357 caliber revolver cartridges.
• The pack contains 50 empty capsules with matching base plugs.
• Capsules fill with your choice of shot size for custom velocity and pattern.
• Loads like a conventional bullet, with data published in the Speer Reloading Manual.
• Intended for short-range pest and varmint control, not defensive use.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does shot come included with the capsules? No, the capsules ship empty with base plugs, so you fill them with the shot size you prefer.

Can I use these in a ported revolver? No, Speer advises against loading shot capsules for firearms with ported recoil compensators.

Buy Speer Empty Shot Capsules

Custom revolver shot loads built exactly the way you want them start with these Speer capsules. Order them from our Lubbock, Texas gun shop and we will get them to you as soon as they are ready to ship.