What kind of ammo is a 38 Special?

What kind of ammo is a 38 Special?

38 Special Ammo 38 Special Ammo The.38 Smith & Wesson Special (commonly “.38 Special,” “.38 Spl,” or “.38 Spc,” pronounced “thirty-eight special”) is a rimmed, centerfire cartridge designed by Smith & Wesson.

How long has the 38 Special been around?

The cartridge has been around for more than 110 years! 38 Special as a caliber is the derivative of several different kinds of 38 Special, which all eventually settled into the mainstream SAAMI spec-cartridge that we use today, more or less. Up until the 1980’s police officers could still be found with Smith and Wesson K frame 38 specials.

Are 38 Special rounds good for target practice?

Today, you’ll find 38 special rounds for target practice as well as self-defense. Most shooters opt for a full metal jacket bullet for training or plinking while the jacketed hollow point rounds with an expanding bullet are better for self-defense/protection.

What kind of 38 Special does a police officer use?

Up until the 1980’s police officers could still be found with Smith and Wesson K frame 38 specials. These six shooters became symbols of the lawman, long after being retired from military service. With the explosion of concealed carry those who prefer the wheel gun can’t go wrong with a snub nose 38 special.

What kind of gun is the alis038?

. ALIS038 Double Speedloader Carrier/case/Pouch for 357 Magnum 6 & 7 Shots, 44 Magnum 5 Shot, S&W .38 Special 6 Shot Genuine Leather Handmade! . . . .

Is the 38 Special good for target practice?

The 38 Special bullet is actually.357 caliber, so it’s very common for gun makers to chamber their revolvers up for the more powerful.357 Magnum. Constructing a handgun for the heavier load will ensure the less expensive 38 Special round works just fine for target practice.

What kind of ammo do most police use?

The.38 Special was the standard service cartridge of most police departments in the United States from the 1920s to the early 1990s, and was also a common sidearm cartridge used by soldiers in World War I.

Is the 38 Special good for self-defense?

Since 1899, the.38 Special cartridge has been a favorite of law enforcement throughout the United States. This powerful round is a reliable choice for both self-defense and concealed carry. Many shooters who prefer a revolver trust in the.38.