Cowboy .38

The .38 caliber firearms of the Old West were as much a part of cowboy lore as saloon showdowns and dusty trails. With a balance of stopping power and manageable recoil, these firearms were a favorite among lawmen, outlaws, and even some not-so-heroic types who liked to think of themselves as the next gunslinger legend. The .38 Long Colt, which became a staple for the U.S. Army, was known for its reliability, though it wasn’t exactly packing the punch of its bigger brothers, like the .45 Colt. But, hey, it got the job done—usually when the outlaws were too slow to draw. Alongside the Long Colt, the .38 Short Colt also had a significant place, favored for its compactness and ease of concealment, often used in smaller pistols by civilians looking for a reliable, if not intimidating, round. Enter the .38 Special, which arrived a little later and made a name for itself as a more accurate, less kicky option. It’s the kind of round you can trust for hunting small game, but still make an impression if you needed to. Cowboy Choice Ammunition takes that same heritage and perfectly replicates the old-school magic. We don’t just load any old round though—we handcraft them with the care of a gunslinger polishing his favorite six-shooter. Our .38 caliber rounds are mild shooting and replicate the old black powder loads from the day, for modern-day cowboys (or cowgirls) who want to keep things authentic. Whether you shoot at a competitive level or just wanna have fun with the best dang crowd there is in the shooting world, Cowboy Choice Ammunition is your go-to for true Old West performance and cowboy action ammo.