The Fiocchi Cowboy Action .38 S&W Short 145-grain Lead Round Nose (LRN) load is a specialized, low-pressure revolver cartridge engineered specifically for competitive Cowboy Action matches and safe operation in vintage firearms. The major headache with legacy .38 S&W platforms is finding ammunition that won't ruin old barrels with heavy lead buildup or stress fragile frames with modern, high-pressure powder charges. Fiocchi eliminates this performance bottleneck by pairing an advanced coated lead projectile with a controlled velocity profile, allowing you to shoot historic firearms without accelerating wear on their delicate mechanical timing.
The technical advantage focuses on protecting older metallurgy through advanced friction and pressure management. Standard raw lead bullets can easily melt and shear under ignition heat, leaving behind thick layers of accuracy-destroying bore leading. Fiocchi solves this by applying a specialized antifriction coating to the 145-grain lead round nose projectile, radically reducing drag inside the barrel and keeping lead fouling to an absolute minimum. Keeping the velocity capped at a gentle 720 FPS guarantees a smooth, low-pressure curve that respects vintage cylinder and frame limits while providing consistent shot-to-shot accuracy.
Slinging its payload at a comfortable 720 FPS, this Cowboy Action round delivers an incredibly soft recoil impulse that makes it easy to track your sights and cycle your single-action revolver rapidly. Fiocchi uses high-quality brass cases that expand and contract predictably under low pressures, preventing sticky extraction in finicky top-break and swing-out cylinder designs alike. Whether you are ringing steel targets in a fast-paced match or bringing a cherished heirloom back to the range, this bulk-pack package offers clean ignition, uniform pattern performance, and excellent reloadability.
Key Benefits
- Vintage Firearm Safe: Tailored to low-pressure limits to ensure 100% safe operation in antique revolvers and fragile legacy frames.
- Antifriction Coated LRN: Premium coated lead projectile drastically reduces bore leading and barrel friction, preserving historic rifling and long-term accuracy.
- Ultra-Low Recoil Impulse: Low-velocity 720 FPS profile minimizes muzzle flip, allowing for lightning-fast sight recovery during single-action shooting strings.
- Smooth Shell Extraction: High-quality brass casings expand cleanly for a perfect gas seal and contract fully to prevent sticking in older cylinders.
Technical Specification
- Ballistics: .38 S&W Short | 720 FPS Muzzle Velocity | Ultra-Low Pressure Profile | Authentic Cowboy Action Trajectory
- Projectile: 145 Grain | Lead Round Nose (LRN) | Premium Antifriction Coated Lead Core
- Case/Primer: Premium Brass Case | Non-Corrosive Boxer Primed | Controlled-Burn Low-Pressure Propellant | Reloadable
- Logistics: 50 Rounds Per Box | 5 Boxes Per Case | 250 Total Rounds Value Pack
- Dimensions: .38 S&W | ~6.40 lbs Per Case | SKU: 38SWSHL
- Application: Cowboy Action Shooting Competitions | Vintage Pistol & Revolver Recreation | Target Practice
- Standards: Engineered in Compliance with Strict SAAMI and Historic Firearm Safety Tolerances
Important Firearm Compatibility Note: This is .38 S&W (Short) ammunition. It features a wider case diameter than standard modern revolvers and will not fit firearms chambered for .38 Special or .357 Magnum. Please check your firearm's barrel markings to ensure absolute compatibility before purchasing.
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