Liberty Civil Defense 38 Special 50 Grain Lead-Free Fragmenting Hollow Point Ammo - 20 Rounds

Liberty Ammunition's Civil Defense .38 Special is a lead-free self-defense round built for shooters who want light recoil without compromise on power. Loaded to standard SAAMI pressure, this 50-grain solid copper hollow-point round delivers 1500 fps muzzle velocity and 250 foot-pounds of energy—significantly faster and more energetic than conventional .38 Special loads. The fragmenting design and reduced weight make it an excellent choice for personal defense, home defense, or training, especially if you shoot firearms that are sensitive to recoil or you're looking for environmentally responsible ammunition.

What sets Liberty's Civil Defense .38 Special apart is engineering focused on real-world performance. The solid copper construction eliminates lead entirely, and the nickel plating on both bullet and brass case reduces fouling, improves feeding reliability, and extends the life of your firearm. You'll notice minimal muzzle flash and significantly less felt recoil compared to traditional .38 Special loads, making follow-up shots faster and more controllable—a real advantage in defensive situations. Despite the lightweight projectile, testing shows deeper penetration in soft targets than you'd expect, providing the stopping power and barrier penetration a defensive round should deliver.

Each box contains 20 rounds grouped to just 2 inches at 25 meters from a 4-inch barrel, meeting match-grade accuracy standards. Whether you're in a jurisdiction with non-lead ammunition requirements, training regularly without lead exposure concerns, or simply want the performance benefits of a modern defensive load, Liberty Civil Defense .38 Special delivers the velocity and consistency you're paying for.

Key Features

• Lead-free solid copper construction for environmental responsibility and reduced health exposure
• Fragmenting hollow-point design optimized for personal and home defense
• 1500 fps muzzle velocity and 250 FPE—substantially faster and more energetic than standard .38 Special loads
• 50-grain lightweight projectile provides noticeably reduced recoil compared to conventional .38 Special ammunition
• Nickel-plated bullet and brass case reduce barrel fouling and improve feeding reliability
• Standard SAAMI pressure—safe for modern .38 Special revolvers and pistols
• Match-grade accuracy: 2-inch grouping at 25 meters from a 4-inch barrel
• Minimal muzzle flash during firing

Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

Will Liberty Civil Defense .38 Special work safely in my revolver?

Yes. Liberty Civil Defense .38 Special is loaded to standard SAAMI pressure specifications, not +P or +P+, and is safe to use in any properly maintained modern .38 Special revolver or pistol. Always confirm your firearm is in good working condition before shooting any ammunition.

How does this round compare to standard .38 Special defensive loads?

Liberty's Civil Defense .38 Special delivers 1500 fps and 250 FPE—notably faster and more energetic than conventional .38 Special loads, which often clock around 945 fps with 218 FPE. The lighter 50-grain solid copper construction also produces significantly less felt recoil and minimal muzzle flash, making it more controllable for follow-up shots.

Is this ammunition lead-free, and why does that matter?

Yes, Civil Defense .38 Special is constructed entirely from solid copper with no lead. Lead-free ammunition eliminates exposure to lead particles during shooting and handling, reduces environmental contamination, and is required in some jurisdictions. The nickel plating on the bullet and case also reduces barrel fouling and improves feeding reliability.

What's included, and how much ammunition do I get?

Each box contains 20 rounds of Liberty Civil Defense .38 Special ammunition.