Reloading .38 S&W

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Can anybody help with a reloading question My grandfather gave me a .38 S&W officer cadet 1958. last month and I found some ammo at a gun show and it was $60 can I use a .38 special case and trim it, the head space is different and I know I have to trim 10.25 off of it. but the rim(head space)is a little thicker? thanks for the help

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The 38 special case is too small in diameter to safely shoot in a 38 S&W chamber even if it was shortened to the correct length. The cases would probably split upon firing.
You would be better off buying new or once fired cases for reloading.

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Ammunition goes in the handgun, handgun goes into holster, holster goes to Albertsons. Yes, this thread is OC-related, IMO.

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Lemme see what i can dig up . If your already set for reloading, i would suggest new brass too, adds a little safety and reliability.

Info:

http://www.reloadbench.com/cartridges/p38sw.html

http://www.hipowersandhandguns.com/38%20S&W-the%20other%2038.htmhttp://www.reloadbench.com/cartridges/p38spec.htmlhttp://www.reloadbench.com/cartridges/p38spec.htmlhttp://www.reloadbench.com/cartridges/p38spec.html

Data:

http://www.reloadammo.com/38loads.htm

http://www.accuratepowder.com/data/PerCaliber2Guide/Handgun/Standarddata/35738Cal(9.2mm)/38%20Smith%20Wesson%20Page%20110.pdf

Parts:


http://www.midwayusa.com/viewProduct/?productNumber=941735915

http://www.hornady.com/store/38-S-and-W-c-776/

WoW - looks like slim pickins there partner! Info was a bit sparse, but hopefully you can find the links helpful.

I love old guns, maybe a pic of the old piece ?

Take care and enjoy.

Bat

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You can get the proper brass from Starline.com