Buffalo Bore 38 Special +P 158gr Hard Cast Outdoorsman
Deep-penetrating 38 Special +P load with 158-grain hard cast bullet designed for lightweight revolvers and outdoor defense. Flash-retardant powder minimizes muzzle flash in low light.
Purpose-Built for Serious Defense
Buffalo Bore's Outdoorsman load represents serious thinking about revolver ammunition. This is a deep-penetrating 38 Special +P round engineered specifically for shooters who carry lightweight alloy-frame revolvers or standard steel 38 Special firearms.
Performance and Design
The load features a 158-grain hard cast flat-nose bullet that delivers the penetration needed for wildlife defense and serious personal protection. Even from short 2-inch barrels, this ammunition achieves sufficient velocity to fully penetrate vital areas—a critical consideration for those who venture into bear country or face other large predators.
Practical Advantages
- Flash-retardant powder formula prevents muzzle flash from blinding you in low-light conditions—precisely when threats are most likely to occur
- Reliable performance in all modern 38 Special and 357 Magnum firearms
- Crimp-jump resistant design ensures consistent feeding, even in short-barreled revolvers
- Safe for all steel and alloy-frame guns in normal operating condition
The Bottom Line
This is ammunition for serious users who understand that a revolver is a tool, not a fashion statement. Buffalo Bore built this load for people who need their 38 Special to work when it matters most.
