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38special

The .38 S&W Special, also commonly known as .38 Special, .38 Spl, .38 Spc, (pronounced "thirty-eight special"), or 9x29mmR is a rimmed, centerfire cartridge designed by Smith & Wesson. It is most commonly used in revolvers, although some semi-automatic pistols and carbines also use this round. The .38 Special was the standard service cartridge for the vast majority of United States police departments from the 1920s to the 1990s, and it was also a common sidearm cartridge used by United States military personnel in World War I, World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War. In other parts of the world, it is known by its metric designation of 9×29.5mmR or 9.1×29mmR.Known for its accuracy and manageable recoil, the .38 Special remains one of the most popular revolver cartridges in the world more than a century after its introduction. It is used for target shooting, formal target competition, personal defense, and for hunting small game.

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  1. N

    Taurus 38Special

      1. For Sale
    • $200
    • Beaverton
    • Oregon
    This 38 Special is a nice revolver to shoot. Excellent grip and recoil is not bad at all for the size and caliber. I will even include what ammo I have left of this caliber which is about 25-30 rounds. I am trying to narrow down what calibers I have.
  2. clintonkendall

    Colt detective special

      1. For Sale
    • $900
    • Jefferson
    • Oregon
    Dated to 1946-47 Excellent condition Original pachmeyer grips extremely low round count (under 6) pretty sure one round fired Will meet in Salem or Albany for transfer Buyer pays transfer I am active on here, I will respond quickly No trades, thank you
  3. Bskim80

    NEW! Colt Cobra TALO edition kit, .38special, 2inch barrel w/holster, speed loaders, cross draw holster available.

      1. For Sale
    • $785
    • Beaverton
    • Oregon
    Hello, Up for sale is a new colt cobra talo edition, .38 special, 2 inch barrel. It is polished stainless steel from the factory, Talo wood grips w/brass inlay, brass bead front sight. It has been sitting in its box since I bought it. Unfired and barely handled. Bought as a collection piece...
  4. alelord

    Taurus 856 UL ultra lite

      1. For Sale
    • $350
    • Vancouver
    • Washington
    New in box never fired Taurus 856 UL 2in barrel 38 spl $350 transfer included at asking price Transfer done at AL AMMO LLC call or text at 3609310464
  5. washagonian

    Two Lever-Action Rifles: Rossi R92 - 357mag/38spl; Henry H001 - 22LR (22L & 22S)

      1. For Sale
    • $295
    • Troutdale
    • Oregon
    IF A FIREARM DESCRIPTION IS NOT "STRIKED-THROUGH" AND LISTED AS SOLD - IT IS STILL AVAILABLE Two Lever-Action Rifles: Rossi R92 - 357mag/38spl; Henry H001 - 22LR (22L & 22S) Both are in excellent condition. These are a blast to shoot. Rossi R92 - Lever Action Rifle - 357 mag / 38 Spl $595...

  6. Large vintage collection of once fired military brass:556, 7.62, 45acp, 300win mag, 270win, 38special, 30-06

      1. For Sale
    • Keizer
    • Oregon
    We recently purchased a large vintage collection of once fired military brass:556, 7.62, 45acp, 300win mag, 270win, 38special We have attached before and after photos of a quick cleaning in an ultra-sonic cleaner. Lake city 556 brass, ranging from late 1960's to 1970's- $0.08 per round Lake...
  7. misterarman

    Sold Pending funds /// Dillon Precision. 38Special/.357 Magnum 650/750 Caliber Conversion

      1. For Sale
    • $105
    • Vancouver USA
    • Washington
    $105 Will ship at cost. misterarman AKA John 360.771.0013
  8. Tomato seed

    Ruger GP100 2.5" .357

      1. For Sale
      2. For Trade
    • $700
    • Estacada
    • Oregon
    Two and a half inch Ruger GP100 Stainless 7 shot .357 magnum, wood & rubber grips, box and papers. Shoots great. Very fun reliable pistol. $700 cash obo. buyer pays fees.
  9. Tomato seed

    Rock Island M200 38special

      1. For Sale
      2. For Trade
    • $225
    • Estacada
    • Oregon
    Rock Island 4" 38 special . Black six shot 38 special. 225 obo you pay transfer. Gun, box, lock and papers. Can deliver to your FFL.
  10. atowne2

    Wtb, 38special, 3in or longer for $350

      1. Want to Buy
    • Eugene
    • Oregon
    I have $350 to spend on a 38 special with a 3 in or longer barrel, prefer s&w but will consider Rossi or others. Al in Eugene.
  11. ruger45blackhawk

    FOUND---RCBS 38/357 Mag Roll Crimp Seater Die #18342

      1. Want to Buy
    • Milwaukie
    • Oregon
    WTB- RCBS 38/357 Mag Roll Crimp Seater Die #18342 All I need is the crimp die. Hoping to find one lightly used that needs a new home that is no longer needed? Thank you
  12. Bill Siegle

    H&K USPC 40S&W and a Ruger LCR 38special

      1. For Sale
    • $450
    • Gladstone
    • Oregon
    Moving along two fine handguns today. Both have been flawless shooters. I’m in the Clackamas area and will meet at the FFL of your choice in and around this area. FFL must hold firearms if you are not an instant approval. NOT looking for trades. HK USPC 40S&W $550***sold***. LEM trigger. Comes...
  13. Komodoro

    RIA M200 .38special

      1. For Sale
    • $200
    • Woodburn
    • Oregon
    Rock Island Armory M200 38 special revolver. 4 inch barrel. Good little budget revolver: Trail gun, back-up, truck gun, throw in a tacklebox. Good Condition. Low round count.
  14. misterarman

    RCBS 3-DIE CARBIDE SET .357 MAGNUM/.38 SPECIAL

      1. For Sale
    • $40
    • Vancouver USA
    • Washington
    RCBS 3-DIE CARBIDE SET .357 MAGNUM/.38 SPECIAL If these dies have been used they are in excellent condition. $40 Face to Face FTF Fishers Landing Fred Meyer on se 164th Av East Vancouver ///// Or if we can meet up when I'm out and about I like to make easy if I can. Will ship at cost... USPS...
  15. 1911coltguy

    38special Extreme bullets, primers and primed brass

      1. For Sale
    • $100
    • Seattle
    • Washington
    Listing the following for an old friend giving up reloading: (500) Extreme 38-158 grain 0.357” Diameter RNFP Bullets (open box/count verified) (800+) CCI 500 Small Pistol Primers (150) Resized and primed 38special brass cases, looks like new/unfired Starline brass (loading trays not included)...
  16. Bill Siegle

    S&W 37-2 Snub Nose 38Special

      1. For Sale
    • $325
    • Gladstone
    • Oregon
    I’ve got a sweet shooting S&W Airweight J frame here in a Model 37-2. No lock on this one either :) The gun is nickel plated. The cylinder has had some large flaking as can be seen in the pic. The frame itself appears completely intact. I have maybe 100 or so flawless rounds through this one...
  17. shoop3214

    Taurus 856 Defender 3” .38 Special +P

      1. For Sale
    • $450
    • Vancouver
    • Washington
    Hogue grip. Six shots. Like new, recently purchased and only 150 rounds through it. No issues. Has Ameriglo night sight. +P rated. Vancouver, WA.
  18. Grizzly_A

    38SC and 5.7 brass

      1. For Sale
      2. For Trade
    • $10
    • Oregon City
    • Oregon
    Picked up some brass and selling what I don’t reload for. The boys help pick it up and sort it. It’s been cleaned, but there could be an occasional dirty in there. (Kids after all, lol) 38 SC - 32 5.7x28 - 142 44 Mag - 40 - sold 357 Mag - 51 - sold 45 ACP Large Primer - 224 - sold 38SPL - 54...
  19. drstrangelove

    S&W 642 38spl revolver. Perfect for pocket carry.

      1. For Sale
      2. For Trade
    • $350
    • Vancouver
    • Washington
    S&W 642 Airweight, 38spl. Shot very little. Has box. This is a friends gun and I’m helping her out. $450–>$425–>$400–>$375 —>$350 Meet at FFL for transfer in Vancouver or Portland. Fees on buyer. Willing to consider partial trade for Sig P238 or P365 380, dual FFL if needed, own fees on trade...
  20. Kzimm

    S&W 686 4" pre lock

      1. For Sale
      2. For Trade
    • $1250
    • Canby
    • Oregon
    In extremely excellent condition! S&W 686 prelock, very low round count. It's a 1986 production. Comes with original box and paperwork. Comes with the original wood target grips and a pacmeyer rubber presentation grip. Also comes with leather owb holster and a new black bionchi owb holster...
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