I do not understand the various threads about using .38 special rounds most of the time instead of .357 magnum in a .357 magnum caliber gun!
Why is this needed? I have seen opinions that say this is true and others that say it is not true. I know that frame size is an issue, i.e. K, L, medium, large, etc., but what are all the other factors?
I have a .357 magnum S&W model 66 with a 6" barrell and K frame(medium). I want to use .357 without worrying about "problems".
If using .357 magnums is bad, what exactly will happen to the gun if they are used instead of .38 specials? Is this dangerous?
Please, somebody, provide some information to educate me so I can stop thinking about this "issue" and either dump my .357 or start USING it!!
Thank you,
hjm
Why is this needed? I have seen opinions that say this is true and others that say it is not true. I know that frame size is an issue, i.e. K, L, medium, large, etc., but what are all the other factors?
I have a .357 magnum S&W model 66 with a 6" barrell and K frame(medium). I want to use .357 without worrying about "problems".
If using .357 magnums is bad, what exactly will happen to the gun if they are used instead of .38 specials? Is this dangerous?
Please, somebody, provide some information to educate me so I can stop thinking about this "issue" and either dump my .357 or start USING it!!
Thank you,
hjm