Components for 38 S&W

Alex Johnson · May 23, 2000, 09:10 PM

Hi guys, I'm relatively new to reloading and I've been having some problems finding certain components for reloading the 38 S&W. I've got the dies, but I need to locate a supply of cases and bullets. I'd like to duplicate the Brittish service load used in their Webleys and Enfield revolvers with a 200 grain bullet. Are their 200 grain 38 caliber bullets being offered for sale anywhere? Also, what kind of a load would I be looking at to duplicate the velocities of the original round? Thanks for any help.

Steven Mace · May 24, 2000, 12:28 AM

Alex, the British military load for the .38 Smith & Wesson (a.k.a. 380/200) used a 200gr. lead bullet that had a muzzle velocity of 630fps and muzzle energy at 176fpe. Hope this helps!

Steve Mace

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TMoney · May 25, 2000, 04:00 AM

Alex, I may be able to help. I just bought about 1500 cases, shot and uncleaned, from a gent here in Dallas. I don't know if it's a steady supply, but I shouldn't need anymore for a while. I have his phone number at home, so email me if you want it.
I am still decapping and priming, so my quest for lead is not in full swing yet, but according to my books, I should be able to use most .38 bullets.

However, I'm still doing some research before I start pulling the trigger.

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May 23, 2000, 09:10 PM	#1
Alex Johnson Senior Member Join Date: February 16, 2000 Location: Grand Forks, ND Posts: 812	Hi guys, I'm relatively new to reloading and I've been having some problems finding certain components for reloading the 38 S&W. I've got the dies, but I need to locate a supply of cases and bullets. I'd like to duplicate the Brittish service load used in their Webleys and Enfield revolvers with a 200 grain bullet. Are their 200 grain 38 caliber bullets being offered for sale anywhere? Also, what kind of a load would I be looking at to duplicate the velocities of the original round? Thanks for any help.

May 24, 2000, 12:28 AM	#2
Steven Mace Senior Member Join Date: November 15, 1999 Location: Clifton, Colorado USA Posts: 724	Alex, the British military load for the .38 Smith & Wesson (a.k.a. 380/200) used a 200gr. lead bullet that had a muzzle velocity of 630fps and muzzle energy at 176fpe. Hope this helps! Steve Mace ------------------ After today, its all historical

May 25, 2000, 04:00 AM	#3
TMoney Senior Member Join Date: November 25, 1999 Location: Dallas Posts: 617	Alex, I may be able to help. I just bought about 1500 cases, shot and uncleaned, from a gent here in Dallas. I don't know if it's a steady supply, but I shouldn't need anymore for a while. I have his phone number at home, so email me if you want it. I am still decapping and priming, so my quest for lead is not in full swing yet, but according to my books, I should be able to use most .38 bullets. However, I'm still doing some research before I start pulling the trigger.