What is the .38 Smith and Wesson Special?

The .38 Smith and Wesson Special is a factory pistol cartridge in the Smith and Wesson family, introduced in 1902.

What bullet diameter does the .38 Smith and Wesson Special use?

The .38 Smith and Wesson Special uses a bullet diameter of 0.357 inches.

The .38 Smith and Wesson Special has a Rimmed Straight case type.

The .38 Smith and Wesson Special uses a Small rifle (.175") primer.

The Smith and Wesson family includes the .38 Smith and Wesson Special and other related cartridges. Browse the full family on OpenCartridge.

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Ammo Ency. 6th Ed. p. 607

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