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The .357 is a more powerful (stronger) cartridge than the .38 special. Despite the different numbers for each cartridge, they are essentially the same dimensions except that the .38 special case is shorter, holding less gunpowder and therefore generating less pressure and bullet speed. Some guns that are built to withstand the higher pressures of the .357 cartridge can also shoot lower-pressure .38 special ammunition. Guns built specifically for the .38 special cartridge do not have this ability to shoot both cartridges, since the .357 has higher pressures and the cases are too long for the magazine. Hope this helps!
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Is a 357 mag stronger than a 38 special?
The ,357 Magnum is a longer catridge, and is loaded to higher energies- meaning that the bullet is pushed harder, and goes faster. And yes, the typical .357 Magnum handgun is built stronger than the typical .38 Special, to handle the increased forces.
Are .38 Special and .357 Magnum interchangeable?
No, .38 Special and .357 Magnum cartridges are not interchangeable due to differences in size and pressure. The .357 Magnum is longer and more powerful than the .38 Special, so using a .38 Special cartridge in a .357 Magnum firearm can be dangerous.
Can you shoot .38 Special ammunition out of a .357 Magnum revolver?
Yes, you can shoot .38 Special ammunition out of a .357 Magnum revolver. The .357 Magnum revolver is designed to also shoot .38 Special ammunition, as the .38 Special cartridge is shorter than the .357 Magnum cartridge.
Can a 38 special firearm shoot a 357 magnum cartridge?
Yes, a .38 Special firearm can shoot a .357 Magnum cartridge because the .357 Magnum cartridge is longer than the .38 Special cartridge, but the .38 Special firearm can accommodate the longer cartridge.
What rounds can a .357 Magnum shoot?
A .357 Magnum can shoot .38 Special rounds as well as .357 Magnum rounds.
Can you safely shoot a .38 Special cartridge in a .357 Magnum revolver"?
Yes, you can safely shoot a .38 Special cartridge in a .357 Magnum revolver. The .357 Magnum revolver is designed to handle both .357 Magnum and .38 Special cartridges.
Is it safe to shoot .38 Special ammunition in a .357 Magnum revolver?
Yes, it is safe to shoot .38 Special ammunition in a .357 Magnum revolver. The .357 Magnum revolver is designed to safely shoot both .357 Magnum and .38 Special ammunition.
Can a 357 Magnum shoot 38 Special ammunition"?
Yes, a .357 Magnum revolver can shoot .38 Special ammunition.
What is the compatibility of a 38 special round in a 357 revolver?
A .38 Special round is compatible with a .357 revolver because the .357 revolver is designed to shoot both .357 Magnum and .38 Special ammunition. The .38 Special round is slightly shorter than the .357 Magnum round, but it can be safely fired in a .357 revolver without any issues.
Can you shoot a .38 Special cartridge in a .357 Magnum revolver?
Yes, you can shoot a .38 Special cartridge in a .357 Magnum revolver because the .357 Magnum revolver is designed to also accommodate the .38 Special cartridge.
Can you use 38 special ammo in a 357 sig 239 handgun?
No. 357 SIG and 357 Magnum are two very different cartridges. You can use .38 Special in a .357 magnum gun, but not 357 SIG Adding to the above, the compatibility of .38 Special and .357 Magnum applies only to revolvers. You cannot cycle .38 Special in a magazine fed .357 Magnum lever action or semi automatic.
Can a 357 Magnum firearm shoot 38 Special ammunition?
Yes, a .357 Magnum firearm can shoot .38 Special ammunition.
