Berry's Bullets and Reloading Components
About Berry's Bullets
Berry's Bullets has been a family-owned leader in the ammunition industry since 1961, when Ray Berry founded the company in his garage in Fontana, California.
After an industrial accident blinded Ray in 1970, his 18-year-old son Gilbert took over the company and revolutionized the business by shifting focus from loaded ammunition to bullets for reloaders.
Gilbert pioneered the copper plating process that became Berry's signature innovation, creating a cost-effective alternative to expensive FMJ bullets while eliminating lead fouling issues.
In 2015, Tony Berry became the third-generation owner, expanding the product line to include jacketed .223 bullets and numerous new products while maintaining the family's core values of "God, Family, and Country."
Today, Berry's Manufacturing operates from St. George, Utah, producing approximately 40 million bullets per month and setting the industry standard for superior plated bullets.
Popular Berry's Bullets Features
Proprietary Copper Plating Process
- The double-struck electroplating process creates a solid bond between copper and lead core, ensuring consistent accuracy and eliminating lead exposure during handling.
Indoor Range Safe Design
- Complete copper encapsulation prevents lead fouling, making Berry's bullets ideal for indoor shooting facilities and high-volume practice sessions.
Polygonal Barrel Compatibility
- The thick copper plating prevents lead fouling in Glock polygonal barrels, making Berry's bullets a popular choice among Glock shooters.
Tight Manufacturing Tolerances
- The re-striking process after plating ensures dimensional consistency and the tightest tolerances available in plated bullets.
Cost-Effective Performance
- Berry's bullets provide FMJ-like performance at significantly lower cost than traditional jacketed bullets while handling higher velocities than cast lead bullets.
Made in USA Quality
- All products are manufactured in Berry's state-of-the-art facility in St. George, Utah, using quality control processes refined over 60+ years.
Best-Selling Berry's Bullets Products
9mm 115gr Round Nose Bullets
- One of Berry's most popular bullets, perfect for target shooting and competition use with excellent accuracy and consistency.
9mm 147gr Round Nose Bullets
- A featured bestseller ideal for subsonic loads and competition shooting, offering superior performance in action shooting sports.
.45 ACP 230gr Round Nose Bullets
- Classic target shooting bullets that deliver consistent accuracy for high-volume practice and competitive shooting applications.
.300 Blackout 220gr Spire Point Bullets
- Designed specifically for AR platform rifles, these bullets are perfect for both subsonic and supersonic .300 Blackout loads.
.38/.357 Wadcutter Bullets
- Precision target bullets that cut clean holes in paper targets, making them favorites among revolver target shooters.
.223/5.56mm FMJ-BT Bullets
- Jacketed rifle bullets designed for higher velocities, offering excellent accuracy for modern sporting rifle applications.
Hybrid Hollow Point (HHP) Self Defense Bullets
- Advanced self-defense bullets available in major calibers, designed for reliable expansion and superior terminal performance.
.40 S&W/10mm Auto Bullets
- Popular plated bullets that handle the higher pressures of these cartridges while maintaining accuracy and consistency.
Popular Uses for Berry's Bullets
Target Shooting and Practice
- Berry's bullets excel in target shooting applications, providing exceptional accuracy at a cost-effective price point for high-volume shooting.
Competition Shooting
- Widely used in IDPA, USPSA, and other competitive shooting sports where consistent accuracy and reliable performance are essential.
Reloading and Handloading
- Designed specifically for reloading enthusiasts, Berry's bullets work perfectly with both progressive and single-stage presses.
Indoor Range Shooting
- The lead-free copper plating makes these bullets ideal for indoor facilities where lead fouling and exposure are concerns.
Training and Law Enforcement
- Training organizations and law enforcement agencies use Berry's bullets for cost-effective, high-volume training applications.
Berry's Bullets FAQs
QUESTION: Can I shoot Berry's plated bullets in my Glock pistol with polygonal rifling?
ANSWER: Yes, Berry's bullets have thick copper plating that prevents lead fouling in Glock polygonal barrels.
QUESTION: What is the maximum velocity for Berry's bullets?
ANSWER: Most Berry's bullets have a maximum velocity rating of 1250 fps, though some thick-plate versions can handle 1500+ fps.
QUESTION: Are Berry's bullets actually jacketed or plated?
ANSWER: Berry's bullets are plated, with copper electroplated onto the lead core rather than using a separate jacket component.
QUESTION: Will Berry's bullets work for indoor range shooting?
ANSWER: Yes, the complete copper encapsulation makes Berry's bullets ideal for indoor ranges with no lead fouling concerns.
QUESTION: How thick is the copper plating on Berry's bullets?
ANSWER: The plating thickness ranges from 3.5 to 8 thousandths of an inch depending on the specific bullet caliber and design.
QUESTION: Can the copper plating separate from Berry's bullets?
ANSWER: Separation can occur with excessive velocities or overly tight crimps, so follow recommended velocity limits and crimp guidelines.
QUESTION: Are Berry's bullets good for competition shooting?
ANSWER: Yes, Berry's bullets are widely used in IDPA, USPSA, and other competitive shooting sports for their accuracy and consistency.
QUESTION: Do Berry's bullets reduce barrel fouling compared to cast bullets?
ANSWER: Yes, the copper plating significantly reduces barrel fouling compared to traditional cast lead bullets.
QUESTION: What shipping options does Berry's offer for bullet orders?
ANSWER: Berry's offers free shipping on orders over $100 within the US via FedEx, USPS, or UPS.
QUESTION: Are Berry's bullets made in the USA?
ANSWER: Yes, all Berry's bullets are manufactured in their state-of-the-art facility in St. George, Utah.