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Yes, a .38 special cartridge can be safely fired in a .357 firearm. The .357 firearm is designed to accommodate both .38 special and .357 cartridges.

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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.


Can a .357 firearm shoot .38 Special ammunition?

Yes, a .357 firearm can shoot .38 Special ammunition because the .38 Special cartridge is shorter than the .357 cartridge, allowing it to fit and be fired safely in a .357 firearm.


What is the compatibility of a 38 Special cartridge in a firearm chambered for 357 Magnum?

A 38 Special cartridge can generally be safely fired in a firearm chambered for 357 Magnum due to their similar dimensions, but it is important to consult the firearm's manufacturer or a gunsmith to ensure compatibility and safety.


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 a revovler that takes a 38 special cartridge also shoot a 357 magnum cartridge?

NO,NO,NO,NO,NO.........you CANNOT shoot the 357 cartridge in a 38 special, but you can shoot a 38 special cartridge in a 357 pistol.................the 38 cal. cylinder was not made to house the 357 cartridge or take the pressure.............


Are .357 and .38 special interchangeable?

No, .357 and .38 special are not interchangeable because the .357 cartridge is longer and more powerful than the .38 special cartridge.


Is the cartridge of a caliber .357 can load and fire on caliber .38 revolver?

No. The .38 Special cartridge can be fired in a .357 Magnum revolver - and only a revolver, which does not require chamber headspacing - but it doesn't work the other way around. The .357 Magnum cartridge is too long to fit into a .38 Special cylinder, and the .357 Sig cartridge is in no way compatible, either with the .357 Magnum or the .38 Special.


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 a 357 Magnum firearm shoot 38 Special ammunition?

Yes, a .357 Magnum firearm can shoot .38 Special ammunition.


Can you use 38 special in 357 mag rifle?

Not recommended. Unlike a revolver, a .357 Magnum rifle will have a chamber measured out to achieve headspace with the .357 Magnum cartridge. When loaded with a .38 Special cartridge, proper headspace will not be achieved, and the potential for a catastrophic failure of the firearm - to the point even where it may cause serious injury or death to the firer - is greatly increased.


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.


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.