Are there any 38 Special pistols?

Are there any 38 Special pistols?

The Smith and Wesson Model 638 is the best of all worlds in a concealed carry 38 Special revolver. It’s optimized for concealed carry, with a light alloy frame and hammer shroud to ensure a snag-free draw from concealment.

What was the police 38 Special?

38 Special cartridge, and manufactured by the Colt’s Manufacturing Company. Released in 1908 as the Colt Army Special, the revolver was renamed the “Colt’s Official Police” in 1927 in order to better market to law enforcement agencies.

Is 38 Special a good carry gun?

Colt says their new (reborn) Cobra model, a 2” 6-shot . 38 special revolver, is “ideal for concealed carry… This firearm was designed to meet the needs of new shooters and seasoned professionals alike. It’s enjoyable to shoot, easy to carry.”

How much is a 38 Special Colt worth?

Value: $560. Our second “What’s It Worth” entry—courtesy of the Blue Book of Gun Values—is a Colt Cobra 38 special revolver. That’s right.

Does Glock make a 38 Special?

The GLOCK 38 is a compact sized 45 GAP offering carrying comfort and excellent performance in accuracy and power….GLOCK 38.

Do any police officers still carry revolvers?

Absolutely not. More than one officer, most especially those who started their careers back in the ’80s and ’90s, still carry a revolver (or two) for off-duty service. Revolvers for off-duty use are both applicable for the purpose and popular within a certain segment of officers.

What revolvers did police use?

Mainstays included Colt’s Official Police and Trooper models as well as Smith & Wesson’s Military & Police and the Combat Masterpiece, usually in . 38 Special. In past decades, most officers carried one of these revolvers during at least part of their tenure, and many carried one for their entire career.

Is 38 Special enough for self-defense?

Is 38 Special A Good Self Defense Round? The gist of . 38 Special is that it’s a medium bullet at medium velocity. It can be effective for personal defense but ammunition selection (and placement!) is important, especially if your gun has a shorter barrel length.

Is the Colt Detective Special A good gun?

Shooting the Detective Special isn’t the most pleasant of experiences. Despite the eye-catching bluing and walnut grips (typical of old school Colts), the shooting doesn’t match up. Yes, the trigger is very nice and smooth in double action. Thumbing the hammer back is smoother than most slicked up S&Ws and Rugers.

What year is Colt 38 Detective Special?

The Colt Detective Special was first produced in 1927 and last produced in 1995. A derivative of the old Colt Police Positive, it was produced to meet the market demand for a gun that was easily concealed.

What is the difference between a 38 and 38 Special?

There’s no difference between a . 38 and a 38 special. The former refers to a caliber with a . 357 inch bullet diameter, while the latter is a cartridge variant under the .

Why is 38 Special so weak?

38 Special is weak because of black powder per se. We are only including these historical tidbits to attempt to explain how the 9mm, despite having a smaller case, can handle higher pressures than the . 38 Special.

Which has more stopping power 9mm or 38 Special?

What I do know is that heavier bullets mean greater penetration, and penetration is crucial to stopping an attack. While the 9mm does look better on paper, its heavy weight load tops out at 147 grains, while the 38 Special tops out at 158 gains. Yes the .

What revolver did the NYPD use?

Colt New Police
The Colt New Police was selected by New York City (NYPD) Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt in 1896 to be the first standard-issue revolver for NYPD officers. A target version was made until 1905 with a 6-inch barrel and adjustable sights.

What revolver did the FBI use?

Smith & Wesson Model 13 HB
Smith & Wesson Model 13

Do any US police still use revolvers?

More than one officer, most especially those who started their careers back in the ’80s and ’90s, still carry a revolver (or two) for off-duty service. Revolvers for off-duty use are both applicable for the purpose and popular within a certain segment of officers.

What’s more powerful a 9mm or 38 Special?

The standard pressure for the . 38 Special is roughly 17,000 pounds-per-square-inch (psi). However, the 9mm Luger has internal pressures of 35,000 psi. It’s this higher internal pressure, the result of expansive propellant design and testing, that makes the smaller 9mm more powerful.

Does Colt make a 38 special?

The Colt Cobra® established Colt’s triumphant return to the world of double-action revolvers. Its small frame and 2″ barrel make it ideal for concealed carry. The Cobra® is chambered in . 38 Special and is +P capable, with a rubber wrapped grip that’s been moved rearward to help manage recoil.