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If it is only listed as .38 Special (spl), use only that ammo. If it is .38 S&W special, use only that ammo. Don't try to mix them. The diameters are not the same. If you still cannot determine the actual cartridge caliber, take it to a gunsmith and have them identify it for you.
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What is a 38 special gun?
A firearm chambered to fire 38 special ammunition
Can you shoot regular 38 shells in your 38 special?
Never fire ammunition in your weapon that it is not chambered for.
Can you use regular 38 ammo in a 38 special plus p?
A pistol rated to fire .38 +P ammunition is still going to be a .38 Special pistol, and can use regular .38 Special ammunition. .357 Magnum revolvers are also capable of chambering and firing .38 Special loads - regular, +P, and +P+ included.
What is the correct ammunition for a colt 38 detective special?
.38 special
Can you fire 38 special P ammunition in a Smith and Wesson 357 magnum model 586-2?
Yes.
Will a 38 special revolver fire a 38 s and w cartridge?
NEVER FIRE AMMUNITION IN A WEAPON NOT DESIGNED FOR IT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! If you have ANY doubts, have it examined by a competent gunsmith. <><><> No- two different cartridges.
What is 38 special?
A type of handgun ammunition.
What is a 38 special?
A type of handgun ammunition.
Can you use 38 Special Ammunition in a ruger 38 revolver?
yes
Can you use 38 caliber ammunition in a 380 automatic?
NEVER FIRE OR ATTEMPT TO FIRE AMMUNITION IN A WEAPON NOT DESIGNED FOR THAT AMMUNITION!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Danger,danger, danger
What caliber ammunition can 38 special substitute for?
.357
What other ammo can be used in 38 special revolers?
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIRE ANY OTHER AMMUNITION IN A WEAPON THAT IT IS NOT DESINGED FOR!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Danger, Danger, Danger
