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Liberty Civil Defense .38 Special HP 50 Grain 20 Rounds
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SKU: WX2*0622333
Overview
This .38 Special load is positioned for personal defense use, with a focus on fast performance and a monolithic fragmenting design. It is offered in a 20-round package and is suited to shooters looking for a defensive revolver option in a compact, ready-to-store format. The stated 1,500 FPS velocity is the key performance detail provided, while the product description does not include additional construction or terminal-performance specifics.
Why Hunters Choose the Liberty
.38 Special
Hollow point load for compatible
20-round Box
Practical quantity for range or
Advertised 1,500
FPS muzzle velocity
Monolithic Fragmenting
Design stated in product description
Designed As
Personal defense round
Key Features
- Liberty Civil Defense .38 Special HP ammunition
- 50 grain load
- 20 rounds per box
- Advertised at 1,500 FPS
- Monolithic fragmenting personal defense round
Best Used For
- Hunters wanting a compact .38 Special option for personal defense carry
- Shooters seeking a lightweight defensive load in .38 Special chambers
- Users who prefer a monolithic fragmenting round for defensive applications
- Those building a 20-round reserve for range verification and carry rotation
Specifications
| Bullet Type | HP |
|---|---|
| Bullet Weight | 50 Grain |
| Caliber | .38 Special |
| Muzzle Velocity | 1,500 FPS |
| Rounds | 20 |
Pros
- .38 Special hollow point load for compatible revolvers
- 20-round box provides a practical quantity for range or carry rotation
- Advertised 1,500 FPS muzzle velocity
- Monolithic fragmenting design stated in product description
- Designed as a personal defense round
Considerations & Trade-offs
- This load is described as a personal defense round, so it is not intended as a general-purpose or target-focused option.
- The 20-round package is relatively small, which may require more frequent restocking for regular practice or carry rotation.
- The advertised 1,500 FPS is a performance figure, but actual results can vary by firearm and load conditions.
- As a fragmenting monolithic design, it reflects a specific terminal-performance approach that may not suit every shooter’s preference.
Suggested Comparisons
- .38 Special defensive ammunition
- Personal defense handgun ammunition
- Monolithic fragmenting ammunition
- Low-recoil handgun ammunition
Suggested Accessories
- Hearing protection
- Ammo storage box
- Cleaning kit
- Range bag
Frequently Asked Questions
What caliber and load is this ammunition?
This product is Liberty Civil Defense .38 Special HP, 50 grain, packaged in 20 rounds.
How many rounds come in a box?
20 rounds per box.
What velocity is listed for this ammo?
The product description lists 1,500 FPS.
What type of round is it described as?
It is described as a monolithic fragmenting personal defense round.
Is there any additional performance information provided?
Only the listed 1,500 FPS and the description as a monolithic fragmenting personal defense round are provided. No other performance details are given.