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38 special is only a revolver caliber. that's like saying a 44 magnum revolver or a 500 special revolver. a revolver is a revolver

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Difference between a 38 revolver and a 38 special?

It depends on what you mean. A .38 revolver may be a .38 special, but there are other types of .38 besides just the special round.


What is the difference between a .38 Special and a .357 Magnum revolver?

The main difference between a .38 Special and a .357 Magnum revolver is the size and power of the ammunition they use. The .357 Magnum is more powerful and has a longer cartridge than the .38 Special, resulting in higher velocity and stopping power. This makes the .357 Magnum better suited for hunting or self-defense, while the .38 Special is more commonly used for target shooting or personal protection.


What is the difference in a 38 revolver and a 38 special revolver?

The .38 Special is a specific cartridge. In addition to the .38 Special, there are perhaps a dozen different .38 cartridges. Most of them are fairly obscure/ obsolete today, but include the shorter, fatter, less powerful .38 S&W, the .38 Long and Short Colts, the .38 rimfires, .38 Merwin & Hullbert, etc. Sort of like "What is the difference between a Ford Mustang and a Ford?"


Is there a difference 32 cal special ammo and regular 32 cal ammo for 32 detective special handgun revolver?

No such caliber as .32 Special. Use the caliber of ammo marked on the gun.


Can you shoot .38 Special ammunition in a .357 revolver"?

Yes, you can shoot .38 Special ammunition in a .357 revolver.


What is the difference in 38 special and 38 smith and Wesson?

Overall length The 38 special is a stronger cartridge. If you have a .38 Special revolver it can still shoot a .38 S&W but not the other way around.


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.


What can you tell me about a smith and Wesson 38 special revolver sn c 117731?

Made between 1948-52


Is there a difference between a 38 special and a 38 auto?

While there ARE specialized target auto pistol that are in caliber .38 Special, they are quite rare. The .38 Auto, and the .38 Super are both different cartridges from the .38 Special, and do not interchange. For everyday purposes, the .38 Special is a revolver cartridge, and the .38 Auto a semi auto pistol cartridge.


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What is louder 380 pistol or 38 special smith and Wesson?

A revolver is louder than a pistol due to the barrel-cylinder gap that is located between the cylinder face and forcing cone of a revolver.


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.