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38's bore diameter

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04 November 2004, 08:20
duane1
38's bore diameter
Hi All,
Can anyone tell me if a .38 special has the same bore diameter as a 38 S & W. Thanks in advance

Jeff
04 November 2004, 08:48
kjjm4
Yes it does. The cases are different diameters though; .38 specials are smaller.
04 November 2004, 08:48
craigster
Groove diameter:
38 S&W - .361"
38 Spl - .357"