What is a 38 Special CTG?
38 Special revolvers. 38 Special CTG revolver is a six-shooter with a 6-inch barrel. Identifying the weapon is a matter of locating the identifying etchings with the serial number along the gun metal on the barrel. In addition, the Smith & Wesson logo gives away the maker of the firearm.
Can you use 38 Special bullets in a 357 magnum?
Of course, recoil is also nearly double as well. But here’s the deal: Because the two rounds are loaded with bullets that are the same diameters, but the 357 Magnum merely has a longer case and more powder, the 38 Special cartridge can be safely fired in guns marked 357 Magnum, but not vice-versa.
What year was my 38 Special made?
1898
| .38 Special | |
|---|---|
| Designer | Smith & Wesson |
| Designed | 1898 |
| Manufacturer | Smith & Wesson |
| Produced | 1898–present |
What does CTG mean on a gun?
CTG stands for cartridge.
Where is the model number on a Smith and Wesson revolver?
Revolvers – The official serial number is located on the bottom of the butt of the frame. Some revolvers also have the serial number located on the inside of the frame, in the yoke area.
When was my Smith and Wesson revolver made?
Look up the pistol’s full serial number — including all letters and numbers — in the back section of the “Standard Catalog of Smith & Wesson” book. These listings inform you of the pistol’s date of manufacture, based on the serial number.
Is 357 the same as 38 Special?
38 Special and . 357 Magnum are exactly the same in width. It’s only when looking at their length that you’ll notice a difference. Many handgun owners shoot one or both of these rounds, and while the cartridges have a common heritage, these bullets perform in strikingly different ways.
What does CTG stand for Colt Python?
Cartridge
CTG is short form for Cartridge. The Colt Python was chambered for .357 and .38 Special cartridges.
Which is larger.38 special or.38’s and W?
Technically, the .38 S&W bore diameter is slightly larger than that of .38 Special and .357 Magnum but in practice, components intended for the latter will work well enough.
Is the 38 S and W the same as the 9mm Federal?
The 38 S&W is almost identical to the 9mm Federal. If I recall correctly, Charter Arms chambered a revolver for 9mm Federal. It was not a success. You can ‘bump up’ 0.358 inch diameter .38 S&W Special cast bullets to 0.363 inch diameter for .38 S&W by squeezing them – nose to base – in a flat faced vise.
Which is better a.357 Magnum or A.38 special?
Kinetic energy at the muzzle for all three rounds worked out to be 443, 522 and 234 foot-pounds of energy, respectively. In short, the .357 Magnum has a definite ballistic advantage over the .38 Special when fired from short-barreled revolvers. Loaded with .357 Magnum rounds, the SP101 would also make a great trail companion. (MSRP $659)
What kind of bullet to use for Smith and Wesson 38?
When reloading for the.38 Smith and Wesson, using a hollow based wad cutter bullet is an excellent place to start because any potential loss in accuracy from bore/bullet dimensions will be mitigated by the swelling of the open bullet base to take up the slack.