MrTuffPaws
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Looking at ballistics of 38 special I noticed that it is not even on par with 9mm para. Even the +p stuff is pretty weak in comparison of muzzle velocity and energy. Why is this?
I understand that the old powders back in the day did not really have the oomph, but today we have good powder and such a large case to load it in. You should be able to load a 38 special to within 357 magnum's power.
The only thing I can think of as to why 38 is not a powerhouse is that the old guns made for it would blow apart if really hot loads were used.
I understand that the old powders back in the day did not really have the oomph, but today we have good powder and such a large case to load it in. You should be able to load a 38 special to within 357 magnum's power.
The only thing I can think of as to why 38 is not a powerhouse is that the old guns made for it would blow apart if really hot loads were used.