Description
The Grizzly 38 Special 148gr Bonebreaker FP load, item GC38SP9, is a 20 round box of 38 Special ammunition from Grizzly Cartridge Company, loaded with a 148 grain Bonebreaker flat point bullet rated at 950 fps. Grizzly recommends it for protection and target shooting.
Grizzly 38 Special 148gr Bonebreaker FP Overview
This standard-pressure Grizzly load gives any 38 Special revolver a hard, deep-penetrating option. A 148 grain Bonebreaker flat point is rated at 950 fps, a speed that is safe in older revolvers and lightweight models that are not rated for +P ammunition. The non-expanding bullet relies on its broad flat nose and weight to penetrate, which makes it a sensible choice for outdoor carry where animals are the main concern, and it also shoots cleanly at the range.
Bullet Design
Bonebreaker is Grizzly Cartridge’s name for its hard, non-expanding flat point bullet. A wide, flat meplat crushes and cuts tissue instead of simply pushing it aside, and because the bullet does not expand, it keeps driving in a straight line for deep penetration. In a modest cartridge like the 38 Special, a non-expanding flat point is a practical way to maximize penetration on tougher animals.
Intended Use
Grizzly lists this load for protection and target shooting. It suits revolvers carried around the farm, on the trail or in the truck for defense against aggressive dogs, hogs and similar animals. For large bears, a more powerful cartridge such as a 357 or 44 Magnum is a better choice, and for urban self-defense many shooters prefer an expanding hollow point.
Firearm Compatibility
This ammunition is made for revolvers chambered in 38 Special, and it can also be fired in any 357 Magnum revolver or lever-action rifle. Popular choices include Smith and Wesson J-frame and K-frame revolvers, the Ruger LCR and SP101, the Taurus 856 and the Colt Cobra. Standard-pressure loads like this are suitable for older and lightweight revolvers that are not rated for +P ammunition.
Grizzly Cartridge Company
Grizzly Cartridge Company is an American ammunition maker known for heavy, hard-hitting loads for hunters, outdoorsmen and handgunners who carry in bear country, along with cowboy action, defense and safari ammunition. Its loads are made in the USA, and many are built to run at the upper end of what each cartridge allows, so always match the load to your firearm.
Recoil and Shootability
The 38 Special is known for manageable recoil. In a steel-frame revolver it is mild and easy to shoot well, while lightweight alloy snub-nose revolvers produce a sharper snap, so practice with the load you plan to carry.
Practice and Testing
Fire at least a box through your own firearm before you rely on this load for hunting, competition or protection. Confirm reliable feeding and extraction, and check where it prints at the distances you expect to shoot, since heavy or fast loads often hit to a different point than light practice ammunition.
Storage and Care
Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box, away from solvents and lubricants that can contaminate primers. Inspect rounds for dents, loose bullets or corrosion before loading.
Specifications
- Brand: Grizzly Cartridge Company
- Item number: GC38SP9
- Caliber: 38 Special
- Bullet weight: 148 grain
- Bullet type: Bonebreaker flat point
- Rated velocity: 950 fps
- Recommended for: Protection and target shooting
- Count: 20 rounds per box
- UPC: 815152011237
- Made in the USA
Before You Buy
Federal law requires buyers of handgun ammunition to be at least 21 years old when buying from a licensed dealer. Some states and cities restrict ammunition purchases, require background checks or limit shipping, so check your local rules before you order.
Who It Is For
The Grizzly 38 Special 148gr Bonebreaker FP is a great fit for owners of older revolvers and lightweight 38 Special revolvers who want a hard, deep-penetrating standard-pressure load, rural carriers, and target shooters who like a flat point bullet.
Buy the Grizzly 38 Special 148gr Bonebreaker FP at MAG5 Firearms
MAG5 Firearms is a family-owned FFL in Collegeville, Pennsylvania. Order the Grizzly 38 Special 148gr Bonebreaker FP online and we will ship it to you where state and local law allow, or browse our full selection of ammunition for more handgun loads. For factory details, visit Grizzly Cartridge.
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