.38 Long Colt

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Caliber Description

Popular Load Recipes

- 148 gr LWC, 2.5 gr Bullseye, Standard primer
- 150 gr LRN, 2.7 gr Bullseye, Standard primer
- 150 gr LRN, 2.8 gr Unique, Standard primer
- 158 gr LRN, 2.5 gr Red Dot, Standard primer
- 148 gr LWC, 2.7 gr W231, Standard primer
- 148 gr LWC, 2.5 gr HP-38, Standard primer
- 148 gr DEWC, 2.4 gr Bullseye, Standard primer
- 150 gr LRN, 2.0 gr Trail Boss, Standard primer

Always confirm these loads with a reliable reloading manual and start with the minimum charge, increasing with caution.

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Technical Specifications

Safety Standard / Application

C.I.P. / Revolver / Pistol Caliber

Most Suitable Bullet Weights

79 - 147 Grains

Case Capacity / Average Charge

17.3 Grains of Water / 3.2 Grains

Average Muzzle Velocity / Energy

840 fps / 173 ft-lbf

Case Length / Max. C.O.L

1.035'' / 1.36''

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