Berry’s Bullets .38/.357 (.357) 148gr Hollow-Base Wad-Cutter 250pk

If you are chasing the single most accurate load for your .38 Special, the 148-grain hollow-base wadcutter is the bullet that target shooters keep coming back to . This Berry’s HBWC gives you that match-grade shape with a fully copper-plated finish, so you get the accuracy without the lead dust.

The hollow base is the clever bit. On firing, the skirt expands to seal the bore properly, which is why so many reloaders find the HBWC more accurate than flat-base designs . The flat nose punches clean, easy-to-score holes in paper, making it a favourite for club competitions and paper-punching sessions . And because it is plated, you can shoot indoors without worrying about airborne lead .

Why This Wadcutter Works for British Reloaders

• Clean, round holes: The flat face cuts paper neatly, so scoring is straightforward.

• Hollow-base accuracy: The skirt seals the bore for consistent velocity and tight groups.

• No exposed lead: Fully plated for safer handling and cleaner indoor range sessions.

• Dual calibre: Works in both .38 Special and .357 Magnum revolvers.

Load Data & Tips

• Velocity Ceiling: Keep muzzle velocity at or below 1,250 fps. The hollow base is designed for target-level pressures, and pushing it too hard can deform the skirt .

• Crimping: A light taper or roll crimp is all you need. Over-crimping can damage the plating and hurt accuracy.

• Load Data: Standard cast or jacketed data for a 148gr wadcutter of the same profile is your starting point. Data is available in any reputable manual or on powder manufacturers’ websites.

Technical Specifications

• Bullet O.A.L.: .607″

• .38 Spl Cartridge O.A.L.: 1.160″

• .357 Mag Cartridge O.A.L.: 1.290″

• Max Velocity: 1250 fps

• Quantity: 250 pack

Please note: This is a reloading component (bullet only), not loaded ammunition.