What is the difference between 38 Special and 357?
38 Special case length is roughly 1.15 inches, while . 357 Magnum is 1.29 inches. 357 Magnum is still seen as a top-notch hunting, law-enforcement, and self-defense round. It is generally loaded with larger bullets, ranging from 125 grains to as high as 180 or larger.
Can 357 ammo be used in a 38 Special?
No; . 357 Magnum was specifically designed so it cannot be fired from handguns chambered in . 38 Special, but you can shoot .
Why is a 38 Special called that?
38″ referring to the approximate diameter of the loaded brass case. This came about because the original . 38-caliber cartridge, the . 38 Short Colt, was designed for use in converted .
Is there a difference between 38 and 38 Special?
There’s no difference between a . 38 and a 38 special. The former refers to a caliber with a . 357 inch bullet diameter, while the latter is a cartridge variant under the .
What’s the difference between a .38 vs .38 Special?
380 ACP cartridge uses bullets measuring .355 inches in diameter while the .38 Special has bullets with a diameter of .357 inches. A .38 Special bullet is also characterized by a longer case and thus, it is longer and heavier than the .380 ACP. This also means more gunpowder can be used on a .38 Special.
Can 38 Special shoot 357 rounds?
Yes, all 357 magnum caliber revolvers, rifles and single shot handgun (rifles too) will work perfectly with 38 specials. Only 357 guns which will not work with 38 specials are pistols.
What is a 38 caliber revolver?
.38 Caliber Pistol. The .38 caliber revolver is a six-shot handgun, made with two and four-inch barrels, manufactured by Colt , Ruger, and Smith & Wesson. The two-inch barrel weapons are used by Criminal Investigation Division and counterintelligence personnel.
What is a 38 Magnum?
The .38 Special and .357 Magnum are both rimmed, centerfire cartridges commonly used in revolvers. Except for case length, the .38 and .357 are virtually identical.
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