How does a bullet go from cylinder to barrel?

[Lucky Derby]

For those jumping on me for saying a .380 can be fired in a 9mm-
Is it ideal? I'll admit that no it isn't.
Can it be done safely? Yes it can.

 

[Bullet Bob]

Is it foolish? Yes, it is.

Anyway, for the original poster, here's your answer:

Quickly

 

[gamestalker]

I know someone who had his fingers in the path of the cylinder gap when firing a 38 spcl, he lost a good part of a couple fingers as a result. The surprising part of this, is he is very experienced and was doing some technical testing and managed to get his fingers in the way. The gases coming out between the gap are deadly and will slice through a finger, much like a hot knife does butter.

GS