Hornady .358 148gr HBWC Lead Bullets
Cold-swaged lead bullets designed for precision target shooting and bullseye competition.
Each bullet features a hollow base wad cutter (HBWC) design that expands slightly under pressure to engage the rifling cleanly. The flat wad-cutter profile produces neat, fully-cut holes in paper targets, ensuring consistent and accurate scoring.
These bullets are specifically intended for handloaders assembling .38 Special cartridges. Hornady cold-swages each bullet for uniformity and balance, and applies pre-lubrication to the knurled bearing surface to minimize leading during extended range use.
The flush-seating wad-cutter profile seats directly to the case mouth, maintaining the traditional configuration for reliable performance.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Caliber | .38 Cal |
| Bullet Weight | 148 grain |
| Design | Hollow Base Wad Cutter (HBWC) |
| Quantity per Box | 250 bullets |
| Material | Lead |
FAQ
What is the purpose of the hollow base wad cutter design?
The hollow base wad cutter design expands slightly under pressure to engage the rifling cleanly and creates neat, fully-cut holes in paper targets for consistent scoring.
Are these bullets suitable for use in .38 Special cartridges?
Yes, these bullets are specifically designed for handloading .38 Special cartridges and feature a flush-seating wad-cutter profile that seats directly to the case mouth.
Do these bullets require special handling or storage?
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Virginia Morgan –
Used these bullets for a recent target shooting session. The holes in the paper targets were clean and consistent. The bullets seated well in the cases and performed reliably. No leading observed even after multiple shots.
Stephanie Davies –
Good quality for target practice. The hollow base design works well with my handloaded rounds. The holes are clean and easy to score. A bit expensive per bullet, but worth it for accuracy.
Adam Graham –
Excellent for precision shooting. The pre-lubrication helps reduce leading, and the uniformity of the bullets ensures consistent performance. Very satisfied with the results on the range.