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CIVIL DEFENSE

38 Special

$41.49

SKU: LA-CD-38-025

44 in stock

44 in stock

DETAILS

Recall on Civil Defense 38 Special Lots 532 and 533 only You can find out which lot your box is, by looking at the inside cover flap. The last three numbers determine the production lot. Please email Sales@LibertyAmmo.com, we’ll replace it immediately.
Weight: 50gr
Velocity: 1500 FPS
Kinetic Energy: 250 FPE
Accuracy: < 1″ @ 25 Meters
Rounds: 20 per box
Terminal Effect: 2 ½ “W x 12” D

Compared To Other Top Self-Defense Rounds

  • - 28-44% Less recoil than standard 38 Special defense rounds
Our projectiles function differently than any other self-defense round on the market. We designed the Civil Defense line to eliminate threats with one round. We did this by creating the maximum amount of damage and tissue disruption possible. They do well against barriers, but when the large cavity fills with fluid, the hydraulic pressure builds until the side walls of the projectile rupture. Following the rupture, the bullet fragments into a starburst-shaped pattern creating multiple wound channels. This process also benefits in many other areas across the spectrum of things considered when talking about self-defense. Such as reduced over-penetration and lessening the risk of unintended casualties. Having a lighter projectile also leads to less muzzle flips for faster follow-up shots.

REVIEWS

I use this company in every gun I own

July 6, 2026

I use this ammo or company ammo in 223, 45acp, 9mm, 38 spec, 10mm, 9mm , 300 blackout, 380, and 45 long colt and let me tell you. Some of the best ammo out there. I have all sorts of ammo from underwood, buffalo bore, RIP rounds and etc. These feed in all my firearms with no hitch.

Eric Ala

38 Special

March 5, 2026

Excellent Ammo.

Light and accurate.

But currently out of stock.

Please restock soon.

Orlando Mendoza

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Hi Orlando, we have experienced huge demand for our product over the past 3 months and trying to keep up.

38 Special should be back in stock soon.

less muzzle flip

July 27, 2025

Looking for a round that was easier to shoot in my Airweight 2″ revolver. This round has significant less recoil. Much more comfortable on my old hands. Love this ammo!

Lorie Glick

Excellent performance!

June 12, 2025

Turns my .38 into a beast, accurate and deadly with less recoil. this is the only round I will use with my .38 now, and they are made in America!

Robert

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Thanks Robert. The .38 is a BEAST!

AT 1500 feet per second and hitting at 250 ft lbs of energy, it is a great CCW round.

Thank you!

Use in my S & W 686 .357 with great results.

July 10, 2024

Love this ammunition in my S & W 686 K frame .357 magnum with a 4” barrel. Minimal recoil and seems to hit as hard as most full power .357 rounds from 10 yards out.

The .357 magnum/60 grain rounds hit harder but from my training range, the .38 SPC rounds are ideal.

David Shealy

Response from Liberty Ammunition

The S&W 686 K frame is an awesome firearm.

Liberty Ammo in the 686 is a great combo

Holy moly

August 26, 2026

Amazing deformation 2-3 times it’s original size but quiet loud.

David

Perfect for pocket carry

August 23, 2026

Ive carried a LCP .380 for work for a while now and back then the ammo options were iffy. When i heard about civil liberty i was shocked to find out the velocity and the “Lower recoil” that came with it. Purchased a box from my gun store and it ran great. Now i can carry without a thought in my mind if “this is enough”. Highly recommend for people carrying 380s.

James

Response from Liberty Ammunition

Thank you for carrying Liberty ammo. the CD .380 makes carrying a .380 a viable option. Great round….thank you again.

I sure need this

August 15, 2026

Please get it back in stock

Kevin Gauthier

Response from Liberty Ammunition

We are working hard to get your favorite caliber back in stock.

Please check with your local dealer. they can bring in product for you.

LibertyAmmunitions 80

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Ammo: 38 Special

  • Our Projectiles Function Differently

    Our Projectiles Function Differently Than Any Other Self-Defense Round On The Market. We Designed The Civil Defense Line To Eliminate Threats With One Round. We Did This By Creating The Maximum Amount Of Damage And Tissue Disruption Possible. They Do Well Against Barriers, But When The Large Cavity Fills With Fluid, The Hydraulic Pressure Builds Until The Side Walls Of The Projectile Explode. With That Explosion Comes Rifle Sized Temporary Cavities And Hydrostatic Shock, Therefore Increasing Stopping Power By Tenfold. Following The Explosion, The Bullet Fragments Into A Starburst Shaped Pattern Creating Multiple Wound Channels.

    Our Projectiles Function Differently

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MORE INFORMATION

Our 380 Civil Defense Rounds Changed The Pocket Pistol Game. For A Long Time, Everyone Criticized The 380 ACP For Not Having Enough Kinetic Energy. That’s Not The Case Anymore. Our 380 Is One Of Our Most Sought After Rounds Because It Packs Enough Punch, It Gets The Job Done.