.40 CAL HAS MORE VELOCITY AND ENERGY AT IMPACT
it is a little less powerful but not by much
The key differences between the ballistics of the .38-40 cartridge and the .38 Special lie in their bullet diameter, weight, and powder charge. The .38-40 cartridge has a larger bullet diameter and heavier weight compared to the .38 Special, which results in higher muzzle energy and velocity. This difference in ballistics impacts their performance in firearms by affecting their accuracy, recoil, and stopping power. The .38-40 cartridge typically delivers more power and penetration compared to the .38 Special, making it more suitable for hunting and long-range shooting.
I'm not real familiar with the 38-40, but based on what I looked up, I'm going to say no. The 38-40 cartridge uses a .40 caliber bullet, which means the chamber in a 38-40 handgun would be too large in diameter to properly/safely hold the .38 special.
I believe the answer to this question is that the colt 38 detective special 900383 is 40 years old. I believe the answer to this question is that the colt 38 detective special 900383 is 40 years old.
40-280 USD or so
20-60
-40 - 400 usd
25-100 USD
25-65 USD
deadly, even for a beginner.............
40% of 38 = 38*40/100 = 15.20 dollars
40-400 usd