Description
Sellier and Bellot 38 Spl 158gr ammunition from Sellier & Bellot (Handgun) loads a 158 grain Lead Round Nose in 38 Special. Each box holds 50 rounds.
Built for Range Practice
This load pairs a 158 grain Lead Round Nose with the 38 Special, a combination built for practice, training and plinking at the range.
Range ammunition is where most of your shooting happens. A consistent, clean-burning load makes it easier to work on fundamentals like grip, sight alignment and trigger control without fighting the ammunition.
With 50 rounds per box, Sellier and Bellot 38 Spl 158gr makes it simple to plan a practice session and keep enough on hand for regular trips to the range.
Sellier and Bellot 38 Spl 158gr Specifications
These specifications follow our distributor data for Sellier & Bellot item SB38A, UPC 754908500185.
- Brand: Sellier & Bellot
- Product line: Handgun
- Manufacturer item number: SB38A
- Caliber: 38 Special
- Bullet: 158 grain Lead Round Nose
- Muzzle velocity: 997 fps
- Rounds per box: 50
Shopping for Sellier & Bellot 38 Special ammo? This 38 Special 158 grain load is listed under Sellier & Bellot Handgun in the Sellier & Bellot lineup, and you can order it by the maker’s item number, Sellier & Bellot SB38A.
Range Tips
Use Sellier and Bellot 38 Spl 158gr only in firearms chambered for 38 Special.
Check your range rules before shooting at steel targets; many ranges have minimum distances and ammunition restrictions.
Pick up your brass if your range allows it; it keeps the firing line safe and some shooters reload it.
Clean and lubricate your firearm after high-volume sessions.
Sellier and Bellot 38 Spl 158gr is a dependable choice for shooters who want a ready-made range ammo from a known maker.
Practice with a plan
Set a goal for each range trip, such as drawing and firing a first shot, transitions between targets or slow-fire groups. Focused practice builds skill faster than simply emptying magazines.
Matching your carry load
If you carry a defensive load, practicing with a similar bullet weight keeps recoil and point of impact close to what you would see with the carry ammunition.
Storage
Store ammunition in a cool, dry place in its original box or a sealed ammo can to keep it ready to shoot.
Reading the box
The box lists the caliber, bullet weight and bullet type. Always match the cartridge to the caliber stamped on your firearm’s barrel or slide, and never fire ammunition that is not specified for your firearm.
About Sellier & Bellot
Sellier and Bellot 38 Spl 158gr comes from Sellier & Bellot, and the specifications listed here follow the maker’s and our distributor’s published data for this item. Compare loads by bullet weight, bullet type and intended use to find the best fit for your firearm.
Buying the right amount
When you find a load that performs well, buy enough for practice and the full season at once. Ammunition from the same lot tends to perform the same, which keeps your results consistent.
Safety first
Always treat every firearm as loaded, keep the muzzle pointed in a safe direction and keep your finger off the trigger until you are ready to shoot. Wear eye and ear protection every time you shoot.
Understanding bullet weight
Heavier bullets in a given caliber usually leave the muzzle slower but carry momentum well and resist wind drift, while lighter bullets shoot faster and flatter at shorter ranges. Neither is better in every case; the right choice depends on the game, the distance and your firearm.
Choosing the right load
Start with the job you need the ammunition to do, whether that is hunting, target shooting or practice. Then match the load to that job, and finally test a few boxes in your own firearm, because every barrel has its preferences.
Read more about Sellier & Bellot ammunition on the manufacturer website, or pair it with the FLAM 6415SB COMPACT AMMO CAN CAN BLK.
Order Sellier and Bellot 38 Spl 158gr from MAG5 Firearms and keep a few boxes on hand for the season ahead.
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