If you are asking if a .38 special can be fired in a handgun chambered for the .38S&W cartridge,the answer is NO! If you are asking the opposite then my recommendation is still no.I advise all people to shoot only ammo that is marked on the gun in question.
Either 38 S&W, 38 Special, 38/200
38 S&W CTGE is the caliber of the firearm- it fires the 38 S&W cartridge. We have no way of telling without the model and condition. Typically low cost handguns, valued $50-$150.
10-1000 USD depending on specifics.
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To open a .38 Special revolver (often referred to as .38 S&W CTGE), first ensure the firearm is pointed in a safe direction and is unloaded. Press the cylinder release latch and swing the cylinder out to the side. Once the cylinder is open, you can insert the cartridges into the chambers. After loading, close the cylinder securely before handling the firearm.
"CTGE" on a prescription or medical context typically stands for "container," referring to the type of packaging for the medication. In the context of "38 s plus w," it may indicate that there are 38 units of a specific substance, with "s" possibly standing for "sugar" or another component, and "w" for "water" or "weight." However, without more context, the exact meanings can vary, so it's important to consult a healthcare professional for clarification.
100 at the outside
The .38 Special was a round brought to life by Smith & Wesson, hence the name 38 S&W Special. Eventually other companies like Colt got hacked off at having to mark THEIR weapons with "38 S&W Special" and came out with the .38 COLT Special- which was identical except for a flat tipped bullet. Eventually, everyone shortened the name to .38 Special- except S&W Company- who wanted to keep the name. 38 S&W Special and .38 Special are one and the same. 38 S&W (no special) IS a different round, and does not interchange. Make sense? so special refers to the round
The .38 Special was a round brought to life by Smith & Wesson, hence the name 38 S&W Special. Eventually other companies like Colt got hacked off at having to mark THEIR weapons with "38 S&W Special" and came out with the .38 COLT Special- which was identical except for a flat tipped bullet. Eventually, everyone shortened the name to .38 Special- except S&W Company- who wanted to keep the name. 38 S&W Special and .38 Special are one and the same. 38 S&W (no special) IS a different round, and does not interchange. Make sense? so special refers to the round
The .38 Special can fire .38 Special, or .38 Long Colt. It cannot fire the .38 S&W, which is fatter and shorter.
38 special is a full length 38 cartridge whereas a 38 S&W cartridge is also a 38 caliber but it has a shorter case.
No. The .38 S&W is a different cartridge from the .38 Special. Basically, the .38 S&W is shorter, fatter, and has less energy. It will not chamber in a gun meant for .38 Special.