What is a 38 Special snub nose worth?

What is a 38 Special snub nose worth?

A SMITH WESSON 38 pistol is currently worth an average price of $538.64 new and $537.26 used .

Is a 38 Special snub nose good for self defense?

The . 38 Special is one of the best revolver cartridges ever made. 38 Special is most commonly used in short-barreled ‘snub nose’ revolvers such as the Ruger LCR and Smith & Wesson J-Frame. These revolvers are purpose-made for concealed carry and have features that make them ideal for self-defense.

How much is a Rohm .38 Special worth?

USED ROHM RG38 PRICE

PRICE: $141.67 MANUFACTURER: Rohm
CONDITION: Used MODEL: RG38
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Is a 38 pistol good for home defense?

38 Special are that it’s effective in a self-defense capacity in service-size pistols. It doesn’t produce excessive recoil, so most shooters can accurately shoot it. Simply load, point, shoot and repeat.

Is 38 special powerful enough for self defense?

38 Special are that it’s effective in a self-defense capacity in service-size pistols. It doesn’t produce excessive recoil, so most shooters can accurately shoot it.

Can A.38 special be used for a snubnose?

Plenty of components for making good .38 Special ammunition for snubnose revolvers are available, but the handloader needs to be mindful of certain concerns when assembling the ammo. Snubnose revolvers continue to be popular for self-defense.

Why was the.38 special called a Snubby?

However, hammerless snubbies and revolvers with bobbed or shrouded hammers exist to prevent the gun from snagging on clothing, a primary concern in the days before semi-automatic pistols. The term snubby used to relate almost exclusively to the .38 Special.

What’s the best snub nosed revolver to buy?

Snub-nosed revolvers are available in very solid calibers: .38 Special, .44 Special and .357 Magnum. Significant power in a small package. USCCA Training Events Community Store USCCA Home

Can you place a round with A.38 special?

Most can place rounds with a .38 Special. Picking up where we left off, there is a downside to the caliber—its terminal ballistics. Long ago, due to its performance through barriers—particularly sheet metal and windshields—the FBI deemed the .38 Special unfit for service.