38 S&W is shorter, fatter, older and less powerful than 38 Special.
The two cartridges do NOT interchange.
No, the .357 and .38 Special ammunition are not interchangeable with other types of ammunition.
No, a Taurus 38 Special cannot shoot 357 ammunition.
Yes, you can shoot .38 Special ammunition in a .357 revolver.
.38 special
Yes, a .357 Magnum revolver can shoot .38 Special ammunition.
A firearm chambered to fire 38 special ammunition
Yes, a .357 Magnum firearm can shoot .38 Special ammunition.
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.
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.
A type of handgun ammunition.
A type of handgun ammunition.
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.