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The .38 Special is a rimmed, centerfire cartridge developed for revolvers. It was introduced in 1898 and is known for its versatility, being used in a variety of applications from target shooting to self-defense. The cartridge typically fires a bullet weighing between 110 to 158 grains at moderate velocities, making it manageable in terms of recoil. Its popularity continues today, with many law enforcement and civilian users favoring it for its reliability and effectiveness.

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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 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.


What is the different in 38 special and a 38 special ctg?

No difference. CTG is the abbreviation for cartridge. A revolver marked 38 Special CTG, or .38 S&W Special CTG is simply indicating that it is chambered for a .38 Special cartridge. This IS different from .38 S&W, and older, shorter, fatter, less powerful cartridge.


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.


38 S and W Special CTG?

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.


Is 38 s and w special the same as 38 special?

The 38 Smith and Wesson Special is the full name for the 38 Special cartridge or revolver caliber with that designation, and so it is the same thing. The 38 Smith and Wesson Special cartridge is not the same as the 38 Smith & Wesson cartridge or 38 Long Colt cartridge, and should not be able to fit into those revolvers, but in rare cases it may, so use caution. (See Related Links)


What is the Difference in 38 and 38 spl calibre?

if you allude to 38 S&W cartridge then you will find the case is shorter then a 38 Spl. case. You can fire a 38 S&W cartridge in a 38 Special but you can't fire a 38 Special in a pistol designed for the 38 S&W cartridge.


What 38 rounds fit the rossi 38 special?

Your Rossi revolver fires the .38 special cartridge.


Will a .38 special cartridge work in a .357 firearm?

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.


What is a ctg 38 special?

The term ".38 Special CTG" is an abbreviated way of saying .38 Special Cartridge. It is the caliber marking for a revolver that fires that cartridge. While it is NOW the most common .38 caliber cartridge, there are more than a dozen DIFFERENT .38 revolver catridges that were made at one time.


Does the colt detective special 38 special shoot a 38Sp?

it does shoot the 38 spl cartridge.............