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Posted: 5/24/2016 1:19:02 PM EDT
Just thinking, how does a 380 from a Glock compare to 38 Special from a snubnose?
Link Posted: 5/24/2016 2:28:03 PM EDT
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All things being equal, they are pretty equal, and IMHO anemic.
Link Posted: 5/24/2016 2:50:48 PM EDT
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Link Posted: 5/25/2016 4:47:34 PM EDT
[#3]
The 38 is more "powerful" by about 10-20% over the .380 and certainly more flexible, being able to shoot up to 200gr loads. But the different bullet weights will have very different POI. with lighter (130gr or less)  bullets typically landing higher.

The 38 suffers from the same issues as the 380 in that it is difficult to find loads that will expand AND penetrate. But it's hard to argue with a 158gr SWC going 850 FPS.

But, I much prefer the 380 only because it is much easier to shoot accurately and faster (for me).  My Glock 42 made me put my 38/357 snub nose back in the safe.
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