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Assuming you're talking about a .38 special and a .357 magnum, the difference is, the .357 magnum has a slightly longer chamber. The two cartridges (commonly, but incorrectly called "bullets") are the same diameter, but the .357 is slightly longer, and normally produces higher pressure and velocities when fired.


You can fire a .38 special in a gun chambered for .357, but cannot fire a .357 in a gun chambered for .38 special.

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