Buffalo Bore Ammunition 205A20 Personal Defense Strickly Business 38 S&W 125 gr Hard Cast Flat Nose (HCFN) 20 Per Box/ 12 Cs

Buffalo Bore Ammunition's Personal Defense Strictly Business 38 S&W round delivers serious stopping power in a cartridge purpose-built for self-defense. This 125-grain hard cast flat nose (HCFN) load is engineered to perform where it matters most—when you need reliable, deep penetration and consistent expansion in a defensive encounter. If you carry a compact 38 S&W revolver for personal protection, this ammunition is designed with your safety in mind.

The hard cast construction resists deformation, ensuring the bullet maintains its shape as it travels through barriers and intermediate materials. The flat nose profile enhances energy transfer and creates a larger wound cavity than traditional round-nose designs. Buffalo Bore's reputation in the defensive ammunition space rests on uncompromising quality control and consistent velocity, so you can trust each round to perform as intended when it matters.

This ammunition arrives in convenient 20-round boxes, with bulk options available in case quantities for shooters who train regularly or stock for the long term. Whether you're refreshing your carry gun, maintaining a defensive revolver at home, or simply keeping a tested round on hand, Buffalo Bore Personal Defense ammunition delivers the reliability and performance you expect from a purpose-built self-defense load.

Key Features

• 125-grain hard cast flat nose (HCFN) projectile for reliable penetration and performance
• Designed specifically for personal defense applications
• Hard cast construction resists deformation through barriers
• Flat nose geometry enhances stopping effectiveness
• 20 rounds per box; available in bulk case quantities

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What firearms does 38 S&W ammunition work in?

38 S&W is a revolver cartridge used in older and modern compact revolvers chambered for that caliber. Check your firearm's markings to confirm it is marked for 38 S&W before using this ammunition.

Is Buffalo Bore Personal Defense ammo good for training?

Buffalo Bore Personal Defense ammunition is purpose-built for defensive use. Many shooters use defensive ammunition for live-fire verification and practice, though the cost per round may be higher than standard range ammunition. Train with the ammunition you carry for the most accurate assessment of your firearm's performance.

What's included in each purchase?

Each box contains 20 rounds of 38 S&W ammunition loaded with a 125-grain hard cast flat nose projectile. Cases of 12 boxes (240 total rounds) are available for bulk purchase.

Why hard cast instead of jacketed bullets?

Hard cast projectiles are engineered to resist deformation, which supports deep, consistent penetration. This design choice is common in premium defensive loads where reliability and controlled expansion are priorities.