Gun Collectors Dream Auction #82 February 21st & 22nd

Bulk .38 Caliber Cast Lead Bullet Tips, Reloading Components in Original Boxes, Late 20th Century

This auction ended on February 21, 2026.

Start price: $10

Estimated price: $100 - $300

Buyer's Premium: 12%

Sold for: $45

Description

This lot comprises a significant quantity of .38 caliber cast lead bullet tips, designed as components for ammunition reloading. The projectiles are likely .358 diameter, suitable for .38 Special and .357 Magnum cartridges. Each piece features a round-nose profile with a knurled, textured surface around the circumference, a common manufacturing technique used to facilitate the application of bullet lubricant. The items are contained within two original, though heavily weathered, corrugated cardboard boxes. While the manufacturer labels are no longer legible, the construction and packaging style are characteristic of American reloading supplies from the 1970s through the 1990s, such as those produced by Hornady or Speer. These projectiles are solid lead and do not contain primers or powder. Measurements: Projectiles are approximately .358 inches in diameter.