Yes, you can shoot +P ammunition in a .357 Magnum revolver, but it’s important to ensure that the firearm is rated for +P use. Most modern .357 Magnum revolvers are designed to handle +P loads, but it's essential to check the manufacturer's specifications. Using +P ammunition in firearms not rated for it can lead to increased wear or potential damage. Always refer to the owner's manual for guidance on ammunition compatibility.
.357 Magnum and .38 Special (to include +P and +P+ loadings).
Yes, but, not recommended.
No. However, .38 Special ammo CAN be safely fired in a .357 Magnum firearm. Both cartridges use a bullet that is .357 in diameter- but the .357 magnum is longer, and more powerful.
NO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! DO NOT TRY THIS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
38 Special and .357 Magnum.
An industry group known as SAAMI establishes standards for dimensions and pressures of sporting cartridges. The standard for .38 Special is 17,000 psi. .38 Special +P is 20,000 psi. .357 magnum is 35,000 psi. The bottom line- any firearm that is designed to shoot .357 Magnum can fire any .38 Special (including +p loads). The .357 is much more powerful than any .38 Special. Shoot safe and often.
.38 Special cartridges of any make can safety be fired from any .357 Magnum. However, there is another, older .38, which is the .38 S&W (no special) It is larger in diameter than .38 Special, and will not chamber in a .38 Special nor a .357 Magnum. NOTE: If you DO shoot .38 Special cartridges in a .357 Magnum revolver, be sure to clean the gun properly. Tends to build up a ring of carbon at the case mouth that will interfere with loading .357 cartridges.
That would be 38cal. ammo
357 case is @ 1/10 of an inch longer.
.429 INCHES A 38 SPECIAL IS .357....
No, do not, under any circumstances, attempt this.
Yes, a .357 Magnum cartridge can be fired in a revolver chambered for .38 Special, as the .357 Magnum has the same dimensions as the .38 Special but is longer. However, it's important to note that .38 Special ammunition cannot be safely fired in a gun designed only for .357 Magnum, as it could lead to potential malfunctions or safety issues. Always ensure the firearm is appropriate for the ammunition being used.