Both my snub's are .38. A 2" SP101 and a 2" Model 15. Running .38 +P 125gr Nyclads in them.
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Both my snub's are .38. A 2" SP101 and a 2" Model 15. Running .38 +P 125gr Nyclads in them.
Cost the Smith 38 airweights are a lot cheaper than the scandium 357s
I have both but I typically carry a regular old hammerless airweight just because it is so convenient vs my 640 Pro that will accept .357. The .357 is a difficult round out of a small handgun, and is definitely a flinch inducer. Whether that would be an issue in a real emergency I don't know.
A .357 gives you options that a plain .38spl does not. Sometimes .38spl is cheaper but if you can afford it get the .357, IMO...
I would agree with that. A .357 in and of itself makes no sense in a short barrel revolver. You get a huge flame, which may impress the perp, but it wastes the powder, and yes, you'll flinch. But, I would still recommend a .357 if you have a larger .357 or intend to get one. You never can tell when you'll need a backup, say, if the larger one fails. You can't put .357 into a .38. I'd also suggest you put .38 (either special or +p, whatever it is rated for) in the small one, and then rely on the extra .357 if you need it. No fumbling with "Which ammo can I put in it?.
A revolver fail, you may ask with incredulity. The only firearm I've ever had jam was a Smith 19. It was the hand. I sent it to Smith and they fixed it free, but I never trusted it again.
.357 all day every day IF it’s a 340PD... BUT that being said, I own two .38s: a 442 and a 642. Because two is one....
And even if I had the .357, I’d still roll .38! Why? Because I can hit w/ it fine at 15 and okay at 25. Shot placement above all else.
For the record: it’s my work BUG and a around my rural town primary. Otherwise it’s a P320 9 at work and in the big city.
Pistols get you into trouble. Revolvers get you out!