Description

The .357 Magnum has long been valued for its versatility across both rifles and handguns. From lever-action carbines to revolvers carried in the field, the cartridge performs best when paired with bullet designs that balance reliable feeding, structural strength, and consistent terminal performance.

The Gold Country Rhino 158-grain Wide Flat Nose bullet used in our Gold Country Rhino 158 grain .357 Magnum Handgun Self Defense / Hunting ammo was developed to serve as a versatile solution for shooters using the .357 platform.

At the center of the Rhino design is a wide flat nose (WFN) profile that allows the bullet to feed smoothly through tubular-magazine rifles while creating immediate impact disruption on game. The copper jacket supports the lead core during penetration, helping the bullet maintain structural integrity as it travels through muscle and bone.

The 158-grain weight represents one of the most widely used configurations for the .357 Magnum, offering an excellent balance between velocity and penetration across both rifles and revolvers.

This is the core of our .357 Magnum 158 grain Gold Country Rhino Rifle ammunition. It is tested and well suited for:

When driven at rifle velocities, the bullet takes advantage of increased speed while maintaining the momentum needed for dependable penetration. In revolvers, the same design provides a balanced hunting bullet capable of reliable performance across a wide range of applications.

For shooters seeking a versatile flat-nose bullet for both rifles and handguns, the Gold Country Rhino 158-grain Wide Flat Nose offers dependable feeding, controlled impact behavior, and the structural integrity expected from the Rhino bullet system.

Specifications

• Caliber: .38 Caliber
• Bullet Diameter: .357
• Bullet Weight: 158 Grain
• Bullet Type: Wide Flat Nose (WFN)
• Bullet System: Rhino
• Construction: Copper Jacket / Lead Core
• Primary Use: Handgun and Rifle Loads
• Performance Focus: Straight-Line Deep Penetration
• Quantity: 50 Bullets per Box
• Manufacturer: Gold Country Ammo
• Made In: USA

Referenced in:

• Model 1894 Lever-Action Rifles – The Pistol-Caliber Classic Compendium
• Lever-Gun Fundamentals — Geometry, Safety & Feeding Reality
• Lever-Gun Ammunition System
• Lever-Gun Ammunition Using Rhino
• TN-20 — Lever Gun Ergonomics in Working Terrain
• The Gold Country Rhino Bullet System

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