.338 Lapua Magnum Bullet Cufflinks | Real Brass Casing Cufflinks – Keyring King

.338 Lapua Magnum Bullet Cufflinks | Handcrafted from Real Brass Casings

The Round With the Record

In November 2009, Corporal Craig Harrison of the Household Cavalry set a world record sniper kill at 2,475 metres in Helmand Province, Afghanistan – using a .338 Lapua Magnum round fired from an L115A3 Long Range Rifle. That record stood for over a decade.

The .338 Lapua Magnum is that kind of cartridge. Developed in the 1980s specifically for long-range military sniping, it fills the gap between standard rifle rounds and the heavier .50 BMG – offering exceptional accuracy and terminal performance at distances beyond 1,500 metres. It is the round of choice for elite sniper units across NATO, including the British Army, special operations forces, and precision marksmen worldwide.

We take genuine once-fired .338 Lapua brass casings and transform them into cufflinks that carry that heritage on your sleeve – literally.

Why the .338 Lapua Makes an Exceptional Cufflink

Size matters here. The .338 Lapua Magnum casing is significantly larger than a .308 Winchester – and that translates directly into a more commanding cufflink. Where the .308 cufflinks sit neatly at the cuff, the .338 Lapua commands attention. The warm brass tone of the natural casing gives these a distinctive gold finish that stands apart from the silver of nickel-plated alternatives.

Each casing is a genuine once-fired round. The natural character of real brass – subtle tonal variation, the headstamp detail, the slight shoulder markings – means every pair has its own individual look. These are not cast replicas. They are the real thing, repurposed with care.

• Calibre: .338 Lapua Magnum (8.6x70mm)
• Case length: 70mm – noticeably larger than .308 (51mm)
• Finish: natural brass – warm gold tone
• Developed in Finland by Lapua in collaboration with US special operations
• In active service with British, Finnish, US, and numerous NATO sniper units
• Capable of precision fire beyond 1,500 metres

Who Are These For?

These sit at the premium end of the bullet cufflink range – larger, more striking, and carrying the credentials of one of the most respected sniper cartridges ever made. They suit:

• Long-range shooters and precision rifle enthusiasts
• Military veterans and serving snipers or marksmen
• Collectors who want the most recognisable long-range round on their cuff
• Anyone who already owns the .308 cufflinks and wants a bolder, gold-toned pair
• Gifts for men who appreciate quality, authenticity, and a conversation piece
• Military weddings, retirements, and formal occasions where standard cufflinks won’t do

The gift box is included, so they arrive ready to present with no extras needed.

.338 Lapua vs .308 – Which Should You Choose?

We get this question often, so here’s a straightforward comparison:

• .308 Winchester (nickel-plated, silver finish) – smaller, cleaner, more understated. Works in almost any formal setting. The everyday cufflink for a shooter.
• .338 Lapua Magnum (brass, gold tone) – larger, more imposing, warmer finish. The choice when you want the cufflink to be noticed. Pairs well with navy, charcoal, and olive.

Some customers own both. Worn together as a matched set they work as a conversation piece in their own right – two of the most significant long-range rifle rounds side by side.

FAQ Section

Q: Are these made from real .338 Lapua Magnum casings? Yes – every pair is handcrafted from genuine once-fired .338 Lapua Magnum brass casings. These are not replicas. The casings are real, cleaned, polished, and fitted with professional cufflink hardware.

Q: Are they safe to wear? Completely. These are inert, once-fired casings with no live components – no primer, no powder, nothing. They are 100% safe and legal to own and wear anywhere in the UK without any licence.

Q: How do these compare in size to the .308 cufflinks? The .338 Lapua casing is noticeably larger – 70mm case length vs 51mm for the .308. The cufflink sits more prominently at the cuff and has a distinctly different, more commanding appearance. The brass finish also gives a warm gold tone compared to the silver of the nickel-plated .308.

Q: Do they come in a gift box? Yes – a gift box is included with every pair. They arrive presentation-ready.

Q: Will both cufflinks look identical? Very close but not perfectly identical – and that’s what makes them genuine. Real brass casings carry their own individual character from being fired. The headstamp and finish will be consistent as a matched pair, with only the most subtle natural variation between them.

Q: What shirt do I need for cufflinks? Cufflinks require a double-cuff (French cuff) shirt – one with a wider cuff designed to fasten with a cufflink rather than a button. These are widely available from suit and formalwear retailers. For the best look with the brass tone, pair with a white, cream, or pale blue shirt.

Q: Is the .338 Lapua Magnum legal in the UK? Yes. Once-fired, inert casings are perfectly legal to own in the UK with no licence required. The .338 Lapua Magnum is also a legal sporting round in the UK under a Section 1 firearms certificate, widely used for long-range target shooting and deer stalking.

Q: Can these be engraved? We offer laser engraving on many of our products. Contact us to discuss personalisation options before ordering – engraved cufflinks make a particularly memorable gift for military retirements and milestones