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We can all make suggestions on the best .38 Self-defense ammo but check out this article on this very topic. https://ammo.com/best/38-special-for-self-defense

Daniel, for defensive purposes you want a hollow point bullet. I recommend Hornady Critical Defense - https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/56782/hornady+critical+defense+38+spl+p+110gr+ftx+25rd+box , Federal is also very good and a little easier on the wallet - https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/121131/federal+premium+punch+.38+spl+p+120+gr+jacketed+hollow+point+20rd+box , These rounds can get expensive if you're using them at the range, so for range/practice, a full metal jacket round is preferred - https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/104336/federal+range+and+target+38+special+130+gr+full+metal+jacket+50rd+box , Stay safe & have a great day!

Hi Daniel and welcome. The best .38 Special ammunition for self defense (or one of the best 3) that Buds carries is : https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/121131/federal+premium+punch+.38+spl+p+120+gr+jacketed+hollow+point+20rd+box --------------------------------------- https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/57958/winchester+supreme+elite+.38+spc+p+130+grain+bonded+pdx -------------------------------------------- https://www.budsgunshop.com/product_info.php/products_id/130701/federal+p38hsd1+premium+personal+defense+38+spl+p+130+gr+hydra-shok+deep+hollow+point+20+bx+10+cs ---- Cheers and stay safe!