Buffalo Bore Ammunition 38-55 WCF 255 Grain Jacketed Flat Nose Bonded Core (377 Diameter) 20RD

Buffalo Bore's 38-55 WCF 255 Grain Jacketed Flat Nose Bonded Core ammunition is built for hunters and shooters who trust lever-action rifles and want reliable, hard-hitting performance from a classic cartridge. The 38-55 Winchester Center Fire has a devoted following among hunters pursuing medium game, and Buffalo Bore's heavy 255-grain loading delivers the kind of terminal performance and accuracy that separates purpose-built ammunition from generic catalog loads. This is serious ammo for serious hunters who know their rifle and respect what it can do.

The 255-grain jacketed projectile uses a flat nose design—ideal for lever-gun safety and reliable feeding through tubular magazines—paired with a bonded core that keeps bullet and jacket together through bone and muscle. The 377-diameter bullet is sized for proper fit and function in rifles chambered for the 38-55, ensuring consistent seating and pressures. Buffalo Bore manufactures to tight tolerances, and you'll notice the difference in the field: tighter groups, more predictable impact, and ammunition that performs exactly as advertised, box to box.

Each box contains 20 rounds, making it convenient for hunting trips, practice sessions, or stocking up for the season ahead. If you're running a 38-55 and you want ammunition engineered for hunting rather than generic surplus or underpowered practice loads, Buffalo Bore's heavy flat-nose offering is worth the investment.

Key Features

• 255-grain jacketed flat nose bullet design for reliable lever-action feeding and safety
• Bonded core construction for consistent expansion and deep penetration
• 377-diameter bullet sized for proper fit in 38-55 WCF rifles
• 20-round box for convenient transport and storage
• Buffalo Bore manufacturing standard: tight tolerances and performance consistency

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifles are compatible with 38-55 WCF ammunition?

The 38-55 WCF is a lever-action rifle cartridge, primarily found in Winchester Model 1885 single-shots, Marlin rifles, and some other vintage and modern lever-action designs. Always verify your rifle's chamber and consult your firearms manual before loading any ammunition.

Why does Buffalo Bore use a flat nose bullet instead of a pointed tip?

The flat nose design is essential for lever-action rifles with tubular magazines, where pointed bullets seated in a magazine could accidentally strike the primer of the round ahead, creating a dangerous pressure spike. Flat nose bullets also provide reliable feeding and excellent performance on medium game.

What does "bonded core" mean?

A bonded core bullet has the lead core mechanically or chemically bonded to the copper jacket. This construction ensures the core and jacket stay together during impact, providing deeper, more predictable penetration and more reliable expansion compared to soft-point ammunition where the jacket and core may separate.

Is this ammunition suitable for hunting?

Yes. Buffalo Bore 38-55 ammunition with a 255-grain bonded bullet is designed for hunting medium game with lever-action rifles. The heavy bullet and bonded construction provide the terminal performance hunters expect, though suitability ultimately depends on your specific rifle, your shot placement, and local hunting regulations for your intended game.