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Yes, you can shoot38 Smith and Wesson specialammunition in any 357 magnum caliber firearm, with the exception of certain lever action rifles which might not feed the shorter 38 special cartridge.
The 357 magnum cartridge is based on the 38 Smith and Wesson Special cartridge case, which is the "parent case". The magnum case is lengthened by .100 inch so that the magnum will not chamber (fit) into a 38 Smith and Wesson special firearm.
However the 38 Smith and Wesson special will always fit into a 357 magnum chamber.
The pressures generated upon firing the 357 magnum cartridge are much higher than the 38 special, the maximum allowed pressures being 35,000 psi for the 357 magnum and 17,000 for the 38 special. For this reason it would not be safe to fire the 357 magnum in a 38 special chamber.
The 38 special will not damage a 357 magnum firearm in any way, but firing 38 specials in a magnum chamber might allow dirt residue to build up in front of the shorter 38 special cartridge, eventually causing a problem chambering the longer 357 magnum once again. A cleaning of the chamber should solve this.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 14y agoYes, a handgun that accomodates .357 rounds will accomodate .38 rounds.
However, as firearm safety is all important, you should consult with a local expert, who is most likely the man behind the counter at the store selling the ammunition. There may be a range or a gun club in town that you could call, too.
Remember, with firearms one cannot be too safe, or get too much confirmation on what is safe.
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∙ 15y agoYes. You can safely use .38 caliber bullets in a .357 magnum. Many do this as .38 caliber ammo is generally cheaper than the .357 variety. Basically the only difference between the rounds is that a .357 is a longer round than a .38. Thus is why you can shoot a .38 out of a .357 but not a .357 out of a .38.
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∙ 15y agoNo, they will not fit. If for some reason they do, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIRE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Take the weapon to a competent gunsmith.
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∙ 15y ago38 special yes, 38 S&W no.
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What ammunition can be used in Dan Wesson 357 magnum ctg?
Any .357 Magnum revolver (this does not apply to automatics or any other type of firearm) can fire .357 Magnum and .38 Special cartridges.
Can a 357 magnum shoot 38 ammunition?
Yes
Can you fire a 38 long colt in a 357 magnum revolver?
Although it can be done, DO NOT !! Never fire ammunition in a weapon that it is not chambered for.
What ammunition can be shot in a rugger gp100 357 revolver?
It will accept 357 magnum or 38 special ammunition.
Can you fire 38 special P ammunition in a Smith and Wesson 357 magnum model 586-2?
Yes.
Can you shoot regular 38 caliber ammunition in a 38 special?
NO, a 38 Special is actually .357 caliber. NO, a 38 Special is actually .357 caliber. A 38 special is NOT a 357 magnum. Both bullet heads are about .357 in diameter. The difference between the 38 and 357 is the length of the brass case. The 357 brass case is a bit longer then the 38 special case, and the gun powder load is a bit higher then the 38 special load...... Further, you can shoot a 38 special case in the 357 magnum revolver, however, you cannot fire a 357 magnum round in the 38 special. The 38 special cylinder is too short for the 357 round......
What 38 cal ammunition has a case as long as a 357 magnum?
The .38-40 Winchester Center Fire (WCF) has a slightly longer case than the .357 Magnum - 1.30 inches vs. 1.29 inches for the .357 Magnum. They both have an overall length of 1.59 inches. However, the two cartridges are in no way compatible, nor are they compatible for reloads in the other caliber.
Can a 38 shoot 357 ammunition?
No! A firearm chambered for the .38 cannot safely shoot .357 magnum ammunition. The .357 has a longer case and overall cartridge length, and a much stronger powder charge. The .357 magnum will not fit into a .38 revolver, and if it did the chamber pressure would exceed the design of the .38 and could cause catastrophic failure of the firearm, in an injurious or deadly way. However, you can shoot a .38 special round safely through a .357 magnum as they both share the same caliber bullet. The same holds true with shooting a .44 special through a .44 magnum.
Can any pistol cartridges be fired from any handgun?
No. You can only safely fire the correct caliber from each handgun. For instance, for a .40 caliber handgun, you can only fire .40 ammunition. There are some minor exceptions, mostly in revolvers. For instance, you can fire .38 special or .357 magnum from a revolver that will fire .357 magnum, but not the other way around.
Can you use regular 38 ammo in a 38 special plus p?
A pistol rated to fire .38 +P ammunition is still going to be a .38 Special pistol, and can use regular .38 Special ammunition. .357 Magnum revolvers are also capable of chambering and firing .38 Special loads - regular, +P, and +P+ included.
Can a colt 38 spl fire a 357 magnum cartidgeswhat is the result?
a colt firing a 357 magnum cartridge results in the jamming and possibly explosion of the firearm
2 shot dellinger 38 shoot 357 bullets?
NO. A ,357 magnum may safely fire .38 Special, but not the other way around.
