What is the difference between a 357 and a 357 Magnum?

357 Magnum wins, because full power ammo pushes a 125-grain bullet 100 f.p.s. faster than the . 357 SIG in barrels of the same length. It's that simple. Comparing full power .
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Are 357 and 357 Magnum the same?

357 SIG: These two calibers sound similar and while the performance can be about the same, they have very different uses. 357 magnum is a classic revolver round, while the other is a modern semiautomatic cartridge.
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Can you shoot 357 Magnum in a 357 maximum?

It is a .357 Magnum case lengthened 0.300 inches (7.6 mm). Based on the .357 Magnum cartridge, a revolver or single-shot pistol designed for the .357 Remington Maximum will chamber and fire .357 Magnum, .38 Special, .38 Long Colt, and .38 Short Colt rounds.
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What bullets can you use in a 357 Magnum?

357 Magnum can safely and readily shoot the following rounds: . 38 Short Colt, . 38 Long Colt, . 38 Special, .
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Why is it called a 357 Magnum?

357 SIG was developed in 1994 was named "357" to highlight its intended purpose: to duplicate the performance of 125-grain (8.1 g) . 357 Magnum loads fired from 4-inch-barreled (100 mm) revolvers, in a cartridge designed to be used in a semi-automatic pistol.
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.38 Special vs .357 Magnum... Head to Head



Is a 357 more powerful than a 9mm?

The 357 Magnum round loaded with a 125-grain projectile reaches almost 1,500 feet per second and strikes targets with 585 foot-pounds of energy. Needless to say, ballistically, it outperforms the 9mm. The 357 Magnum also has no problems reaching the FBI standards and even exceeding them.
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Can .357 also shoot 38?

No; . 357 Magnum was specifically designed so it cannot be fired from handguns chambered in . 38 Special, but you can shoot .
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What is the most powerful 357 bullet?

357 Magnum Defensive Ammo. The Blazer Brass . 357 Magnum 158 Grain JHP shoots a 158-grain bullet at a muzzle velocity of 1,250 fps.
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What does Magnum mean in guns?

A magnum cartridge is a firearm cartridge with a larger case size than, or derived from, a similar cartridge of the same projectile (bullet) caliber and case shoulder shape. The term derives from the .357 Magnum, the original cartridge with this designation.
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Why is it called a 38 Special?

Despite its name, the caliber of the . 38 Special cartridge is actually . 357 inches (36 caliber/9.07 mm), with the ". 38" referring to the approximate diameter of the loaded brass case.
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How powerful is a .357 Magnum?

357 Magnum ammunition. Full power . 357 Magnum loads push a 125-grain bullet to 1,450 f.p.s. from a 4-inch barrel. This is the case with Remington, SIG Sauer, Speer and Winchester ammo.
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Which is better 45 ACP or 357 mag?

Target Penetration

The . 357 Magnum can penetrate distant targets better. It's also lighter and faster because it doesn't have a metal exterior to hold its shape after firing since it's a magnum round. On the contrary, the 45 ACP penetrates nearby targets better because it's heavier and larger.
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Is 38 Special more powerful than 9mm?

Standard pressure . 38 Special only produces 264 foot-pounds of force (147-grain bullet at 900 feet per second out of a 4-inch barrel), while standard pressure 9mm can produce 365 foot-pounds of force (124-grain bullet at 1,150 feet per second). This is 38.25% more energy at the muzzle in favor of the 9mm.
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What is the most powerful hand gun?

The Smith & Wesson Model 500 has held its rank as the world's most powerful handgun since it was first introduced in 2003.
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What makes a pistol a magnum?

Today, magnum ammunition means “a cartridge equipped with a larger charge than other cartridges of the same size.” At least, that's what it means according to Mirriam Webster. (Hint: Mirriam Webster doesn't know a whole heck of a lot about guns or ammunition.)
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Is 38 Special and 357 the same?

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.
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Does Glock make a 357 Magnum?

The high-performance GLOCK 31 is characterized by a high muzzle velocity, ideal for long shooting distances. This 357 SIG pistol is the optimum solution for those looking for these attributes in a reliable, yet lightweight, pistol with a large magazine capacity.
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Can a 357 stop a bear?

357 Magnum or other similar-caliber load, a well-placed shot with a good bullet will certainly kill a bear, but it's not recommended.
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Do they make 9mm revolvers?

Ruger LCR. The Ruger LCR 9mm is a solid self-defense option that is easy for anyone to operate. There are some law enforcement officers that like to use this one for a back-up. Built for concealed carry, this Ruger revolver comes in at a trim 17.2 ounces, making it a breeze to conceal in a holster or purse.
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What is the difference between a 38 and 38 Special?

There's no difference between a . 38 and a 38 special. The former refers to a caliber with a . 357 inch bullet diameter, while the latter is a cartridge variant under the .
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What is a 357 Magnum good for?

The . 357 Magnum is renowned as an accurate cartridge. So much so it is popular with silhouette shooters who reach out to 100 yards, or more, to knock down small steel targets. It is more than accurate enough for close-quarters battle and hunting at reasonable ranges.
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What is the best handgun caliber for self-defense?

Capacity. The 9mm offers greater magazine capacity than virtually any other pistol caliber carried for personal defense. If the wounding capabilities of 9mm and the other cartridges are nearly identical, it would seem to be that having more rounds in you magazine will give you a better opportunity to stop an attacker.
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Is 357 good for concealed carry?

Is a 357 good for concealed carry? The 357 is actually the gold standard for concealed carry. This caliber is perfectly suited for the compact and mid-sized guns suitable for keeping on your person. It's powerful, but not to the point of derailing the gun.
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