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was wondering if it's possible to shoot 9mm or .380 in a .357mag revolver? i know they're rimless so you'd have to figure out how to keep them in the cylinder, but assuming that wasn't an issue, would it work? Doesn't seem like it would be worth it, but it's interesting and for some reason i can't get the question out of my head...
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I've got a Python so the answer will interest me also. But I wonder why, .38s, 38+P and .357 magnum rounds give plenty of options.
I'm not knocking you, just very curious.Those that call the US Constitution a living, breathing document only want to asphyxiate liberty.
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9mm is not the same size bullet. Its close, but slightly different.Sandstorm Custom Rifle Slings : Custom Paracord slings
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Yup.
.357 and .38spl is it.
The bullets are "nominally" .38"/9mm... not exactly.
Also, after firing .38 from a .357, clean the cylinder before going back to .357 or the cases will stick and you'll have a hard time ejecting them.- Rich
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.38 > .357...therefore, a .357 barrel and a .380 bullet probably would not work. That just my assumption.Si vis pacem, para bellumComment
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I don't think that would be a very good idea :-/ And not much benefits from it.Comment
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The short answer is that 9mm cylinders have been made for .38/.357 revolvers.
In this case, you're comparing apples to oranges and .380 projectiles actually have a smaller diameter than .357 mag bullets do. .380 bullets are the same size as 9mm bullets. Now, if you have a source for hollow based .380 or 9mm bullets, they would work fine in a .38/.357 barrel.NRA Certified Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun and Metallic Cartridge Reloading Instructor
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Yup...
9mm Luger/Parabellum = .356 bullet, .380 neck
.38sp/.357 Mag = .357 bullet, .379 neck
.357 Sig = .355 bullet, .381 neck (I know, the taper means it wouldn't fit anyways)
.380acp = .355 bullet, .373 neck
.38 Super = .355 bullet, .384 neck- Rich
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According to wikipedia, the size of the 9mm bullet is .356 which seems like it should work (I doubt manufacturing tolerances are tighter than +/- .001"). And full moon clips for 9mm are cheap and readily available so holding the rounds in place shouldn't be an issue. It sounds to me like it could work. I'm just some guy with an internet connection though, so don't take my word for it. If you try it, please post the results.I reject your reality and substitute my own.Comment
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Most 9mm bullets are .355 but, a thousandth or two difference can make the difference between a bullet that catches the rifling and spins verses one that bounces down the barrel and keyholes. Full moon clips can only be used if the cylinder is capable of accepting them and the spacing is correct for that particular cylinder.NRA Certified Pistol, Rifle, Shotgun and Metallic Cartridge Reloading Instructor
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380 is a designation, bullet diameters are different.
38 spl and 357 mag are 357, to 358 caliber
9mm is 355 caliber, 380 is 9mm kurtz (short), and therefore 355 caliber
it could possibly be done, given proper support for the round, to be sticken?, by the firing pin, but WHY?
just as (the current) 44 spl, and 44 mag's bullet diameter's are 429 caliber, really not a "44" at allThat may be a CG first!
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Get yourself a Ruger Blackhawk with the 9mm cylinder....He who exercises no forethought but makes light of his opponents is sure to be captured by them.
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not saying it's a good idea, not saying it's worth trying....just wondering how the numbers lined up. What's possible is not always what's smart. I'm sure I'd stick just with .357 and .38 when i get my .357mag revolver. like i said, just had the question stuck in my head.
what's the worst that would happen though given the very slight differences?? (that's a real question, not a speculative dismissal...)sigpic
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