.357 Magnum

History

The .357 Magnum is a long standing cartridge created in 1934. It is typically seen in Revolvers and some Lever Action Rifles. It is very uncommon in Semi-automatic Pistols, with the notable exception of Magnum Research’s Desert Eagle pistol.

The 357 Magnum is useful in that ”’most”’ revolvers that can handle it, also can handle the cut down, less recoil inducing .38 Special cartridge. When in doubt ”’follow the manufacturers manual and directions”’.

Videos

.357 Magnum vs Popcan

.357 Magnum vs Pistol Training Cube

.357 Magnum vs Phonebook

.357Magnum vs Cantaloupe

.357 Magnum vs Car Door

http://stoppingpower.info/357-magnum-vs-car-window/

.357 Magnum vs Frying Pan

.357Magnum vs Front Indoor Wall

http://stoppingpower.info/357-magnum-vs-back-indoor-walls/

Quotes

I’d like to replace your old rusty lock with a brand new one. The kind that only a .357 Magnum can get through. – Jake Phillips, The Principle


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3 Responses to .357 Magnum

  1. ed pigate says:

    I am looking for cylinder guide pin and the latch for 357. Please help me if you can. thank you Ed Pigate 1150 gowan rd. Inman, s.c. 29349

  2. Frank says:

    Hi Ed – I think you’re going to want to check out brownells.com to get your replacement parts. I’d recommend their “shop by schematics” feature, but here’s the direct link to the GP 100 schematic. You should be able to click on the parts you need from that image:

    Ruger GP100 Schematic

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