Need Bullet Choice Advice

[frjeff]

Soon to begin .380ACP reloading for two Bersa Thunders.
Help needed in determining which bullets to buy for target/range use and best sources for them. FMJ, JHP, Lead RN, etc.

Thanks in advance.

 

[Docendo Discimus]

https://www.rmrbullets.com/shop/bullets/pistol/9mm-355/380-95-gr-rmr-fmj-round-nose-bullets-new/
Hard to go wrong with RMR.

 

[Targa]

For me it would be the plated round nose stuff.

 

[Soonerpesek]

I have found these to be more than adequate........

New! .380 95 Grain Round Nose - Red Coated - 1000ct - snscasting

P.S. you will get a bazillion different answers...

 

[Rolynstone]

I buy mostly from RMR. Very uniform, better than Nosler (consistency). I like jacketed RN for range work. Easy to clean and Inexpensive. Today $99thou. See Docendo link above.

 

[joneb]

These have worked well for me, https://www.xtremebullets.com/380-100-RNFP-p/xc380-100rnfp-b0500.htm

 

[rfwobbly]

I used to love plated bullets, then after some serious side-by-side target comparisons I simply gave up on them. Due to the manufacturing method, the plating results are simply too sporadic. That leaves 2 choices....

• Lead. After trying many brands, about the only people I deal with now is Missouri Bullet Co (MBC). Their delivery and product quality is top notch. And they do enough volume "coating" to get it done correctly. Look here: https://missouribullet.com/details.php?prodId=317&category=5&secondary=27&keywords=

The only exception to this is T&B Bullets which offer polymer coated bullets which give fantastic results in my 32Auto. Look here: https://tbbullets.com/380-95gr-rn-polymer-coated/

• Jacketed. If you get fed up with inconsistent results, then the only thing to do is got to jacketed. And the best all-around supplier of jacketed bullets is Rocky Mountain Reloading (RMR). RMR has free shipping, so the price you see is what you pay. Look here: https://www.rmrbullets.com/shop/bullets/pistol/9mm-355/380-95-gr-rmr-fmj-round-nose-bullets-new/

► Additionally, both MBC and RMR have standing, year-round discounts to High Road members, such as yourself.

Hope this helps.
.

 

[runner3264]

As others stated. RMR round nose FMJ 95 gr. Very consistent

 

[frjeff]

While I’m at it - are there reloading trays made for 380ACP?
Or, would 9mm cases also work?

 

[Jdague12]

I use the same block as 9mm. I use a 90gr JHP from Everglades Ammo. They have options from 88gr up to 100gr. Using 3.4gr of W244, I chronoed mine averaging 985fps. I’m happy with them.

 

[frjeff]

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I use the same block as 9mm. I use a 90gr JHP from Everglades Ammo. They have options from 88gr up to 100gr. Using 3.4gr of W244, I chronoed mine averaging 985fps. I’m happy with them.

Thanks!

 

[RashQuestion]

One word! RMR!!!

 

[kcofohio]

Either of these work good.
https://www.rmrbullets.com/shop/bullets/pistol/9mm-355/380-95-gr-rmr-fmj-round-nose-bullets-new/

https://www.powdervalley.com/product/berrys-356-380-100-gr-rnhb-1000/

For practice with JHPs;
https://store.tjconevera.com/newtjco38095.html
Sometimes they have discount offers on them.

 

[Buzznrose]

One word! RMR!!!

“RMR” isn’t a word…it’s an acronym for three words.

But a great place to buy bullets, so point made.

 

[Hartkopf]

Three words; RMR

 

[frjeff]

I used to love plated bullets, then after some serious side-by-side target comparisons I simply gave up on them. Due to the manufacturing method, the plating results are simply too sporadic. That leaves 2 choices....

• Lead. After trying many brands, about the only people I deal with now is Missouri Bullet Co (MBC). Their delivery and product quality is top notch. And they do enough volume "coating" to get it done correctly. Look here: https://missouribullet.com/details.php?prodId=317&category=5&secondary=27&keywords=

The only exception to this is T&B Bullets which offer polymer coated bullets which give fantastic results in my 32Auto. Look here: https://tbbullets.com/380-95gr-rn-polymer-coated/

• Jacketed. If you get fed up with inconsistent results, then the only thing to do is got to jacketed. And the best all-around supplier of jacketed bullets is Rocky Mountain Reloading (RMR). RMR has free shipping, so the price you see is what you pay. Look here: https://www.rmrbullets.com/shop/bullets/pistol/9mm-355/380-95-gr-rmr-fmj-round-nose-bullets-new/

► Additionally, both MBC and RMR have standing, year-round discounts to High Road members, such as yourself.

Hope this helps.
.

Placing an order with RMR. Do not see anywhere to get member discount?

 

[RashQuestion]

RMR” isn’t a word…it’s an acronym for three words.

Sorry on missing the three words!!! Just thought that might be all that was needed to be said for people who frequent here!!!

Rocky Mountain Reloading!!! For those who may not know. After I found them I haven't looked back!!!

God Bless Jake and his team!!! Thanks Jake!!!

 

[Buzznrose]

Sorry on missing the three words!!! Just thought that might be all that was needed to be said for people who frequent here!!!

Rocky Mountain Reloading!!! For those who may not know. After I found them I haven't looked back!!!

God Bless Jake and his team!!! Thanks Jake!!!

RashQ,

I was just fooling around…no harm or maliciousness intended. Sorry if I offended you

Take care,

Buzz

 

[horsey300]

Placing an order with RMR. Do not see anywhere to get member discount?

I believe @LiveLife may be helpful here.

 

[RashQuestion]

I believe @LiveLife may be helpful here.

@LiveLife is extremely helpful to many who visit here, especially me!!! He is incredibly detailed with his answers, suggestions and time expended on multiple reloading subjects!!!

Can't appreciate him and his help enough!!! Thanks @LiveLife!!! God Bless!!!

 

[LiveLife]

Placing an order with RMR. Do not see anywhere to get member discount?

I believe @LiveLife may be helpful here.

THR discount code was already PMed to @frjeff.

@LiveLife is extremely helpful to many who visit here, especially me!!! He is incredibly detailed with his answers, suggestions and time expended on multiple reloading subjects!!! ... Can't appreciate him and his help enough!!!

Glad to help. After 28 years of marriage to wife who now has become my 24/7 whip cracking taskmaster in retirement with never ending "honey do" project list with no union breaks or sick days ... THR/shooting/reloading is what's keeping me sane.

 

[RashQuestion]

I have one of those too!!! Being here, reloading and range time are my only breaks.

However, that's what love is all about!!! A lot of us would say we're lucky on both counts!

Just don't tell them that!!! I'm glad she doesn't read my posts!!!

 

[GeoDudeFlorida]

THR discount code was already PMed to @frjeff.


Glad to help. After 28 years of marriage to wife who now has become my 24/7 whip cracking taskmaster in retirement with never ending "honey do" project list with no union breaks or sick days ... THR/shooting/reloading is what's keeping me sane.

What he’s not telling us is, she was standing over his shoulder dictating that as he typed it.

10 will get you 100 he’s the second most spoiled hubby on the forum. I’m first.

 

[RashQuestion]

+1, 2 & 3 on we're all spoiled!!!

Can you imagine if they didn't let us do what we like. Life would be unbearable!!!

Thanks to all the "SWEETIES" out there who put up with us!!!! Just don't tell them I said so. I hate hate mail!!!

 

[Walkalong]

+1, 2 & 3 on we're all spoiled!!!

Don’t you know it