Typically they are used for personal defense and for target shooting. The .38 Special revolver was a standard firearm for many American law enforcement officers for years, and has been used as a military sidearm.
Yes, you can shoot .38 caliber ammunition in a .357 revolver because the .357 revolver is designed to also shoot .38 caliber ammunition.
No. <><><> Above is correct- however, ,38 Special CARTRIDGES can be used in a .357 magnum revolver. The .38 Special is actually not .38 caliber, but .357 caliber. .38 caliber bullets, such as used in the .38 S&W catridge, cannot be used.
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Yes, you can shoot a .38 Special bullet from a .38 revolver, as the revolver is specifically designed to handle that caliber. The .38 Special is a common cartridge used in revolvers, and most .38 revolvers are chambered for this round. However, ensure that the revolver is in good condition and rated for the specific loads being used to ensure safety.
.38 Special, yes. Other .38 cartridges (such as the .38 Long Colt or .38 Super), no.
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
No, you cannot.
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Depends on the load