What are the dimensions of a 38?
The . 38 Special is most commonly used in revolvers, but also finds use in semi-automatic pistols and carbines. The ….
| .38 Special | |
|---|---|
| Base diameter | .379 in (9.6 mm) |
| Rim diameter | .44 in (11 mm) |
| Rim thickness | .058 in (1.5 mm) |
| Case length | 1.155 in (29.3 mm) |
Is 38 long colt the same as 38 Special?
38 LC differ in case length, bullet diameter, weight, and design and are not interchangeable; however, modern production . 38 SC ammunition is now loaded with a smaller, internally-lubricated bullet which can be fired from firearms chambered in . 38 LC or . 38 Special.
Is 38 Smith and Wesson the same as 38 Special?
38 Smith and Wesson is larger in diameter than the . 38 Smith and Wesson in a . 38 Special gun in most cases. An exception to this is in cases of ammo that is out of spec, or if a cylinder is particularly worn in a revolver.
What is the length of a 38 bullet?
Handgun cartridge table
| Cartridge name | Bullet diameter | Case length |
|---|---|---|
| .38 Special | .357 in (9.1 mm) | 1.15 in (29 mm) |
| .38 ACP | .358 in (9.1 mm) | .900 in (22.9 mm) |
| .38 Super | .358 in (9.1 mm) | .900 in (22.9 mm) |
| .38 Super Comp | .358 in (9.1 mm) | .896 in (22.8 mm) |
What rounds can a 38 Special shoot?
What Type of Ammunition Can I Fire In My Revolver?
| If Your Revolver Is Marked … | It Will Safely Fire These Cartridges … |
|---|---|
| .327 Federal Magnum | .327 Federal Magnum, .32 H&R Magnum, .32 S&W Long |
| .38 Special | .38 Special |
| .38 Special +P | .38 Special +P, .38 Special |
| .357 Magnum | .357 Magnum, .38 Special +P, .38 Special |
Is 38 Special a rimfire?
38 Special rounds are centerfire cartridges. Since centerfire cartridges use a primer that’s a component of the overall cartridge construction, they are inherently more complicated than rimfire cartridges. Large Rifle and Large Pistol primers are 0.210-inch in diameter. There are also Magnum versions of each of these.
Can you shoot 38 S&W short in a 38 special?
38 S&W cartridge is slightly larger in diameter and a bit shorter than the . 38 Spl. cartridge in its standard load. These two cartridges, because of their length and diameter differences, do not and should not interchange.
How much powder does a 45-120 take?
To get an idea of the potential of the 45-120 I took a 458, 45-120 and a 460 Weatherby case. I filled them to the top with 571 ball powder. The idea was to get an idea of capacity as compared to the others. The 458 took 88 grains; the 45-120 allowed 118 grains while the monstrous 460 took 143.
What is the biggest 45 caliber rifle?
One of the old cartridges that always fascinated me was the 45-120 Sharps. It came out about 1878 in the Sharps rifles. It is the biggest 45 with the case measuring 3 & ¼” in length. All the other 45 caliber rifles from the 45-60 to the 45-110 will chamber in it making it more versatile.
What is the difference between the 40-90 and 40-100 cartridges?
The .40-90 and .40-100 (Necked) were the same cartridge with different powder charges and bullets. Period .40-90 factory loads drove a 370 grain lead bullet at a MV of 1475 fps and ME of 1800 ft. lbs. This was the big game load.
Is it safe to load a 45-120 to exceed the 458?
With that in mind I would think that it’s reasonable to load the 45-120 up to exceed the 458 and still keep pressures low. Since the rifle has a Sharps action one should be in safe territory doing so. Evan with 458 Lott loads it should be safe.
