<P> The first hollow - point bullets were marketed in the late 19th century as express bullets , and were hollowed out to reduce the bullet 's mass and provide higher velocities . In addition to providing increased velocities , the hollow also turned out to provide significant expansion , especially when the bullets were cast in a soft lead alloy . Originally intended for rifles , the popular . 32 - 20 , . 38 - 40 , and . 44 - 40 calibers could also be fired in revolvers . </P>
<P> The first hollow - point bullets were marketed in the late 19th century as express bullets , and were hollowed out to reduce the bullet 's mass and provide higher velocities . In addition to providing increased velocities , the hollow also turned out to provide significant expansion , especially when the bullets were cast in a soft lead alloy . Originally intended for rifles , the popular . 32 - 20 , . 38 - 40 , and . 44 - 40 calibers could also be fired in revolvers . </P>
when was the first hollow point bullet made
when was the first hollow point bullet made
the late 19th century
the late 19th century