The .32 Winchester Special (also known as .32 WS or simply the .32 Winchester) is an important chapter in the annals of American firearm history. Introduced by the Winchester Repeating Arms Company in 1901, this cartridge found favor with hunters and farmers due to its medium-powered, yet effective performance. The Winchester Repeating Arms Company, a...
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The .44 Magnum Cartridge
The .44 Remington Magnum, commonly known as the .44 Magnum, .44 Mag or the .44 Rem Mag, is a large-bore cartridge that was initially designed for revolvers. Over the years, however, it has been adapted to be fired from rifles and carbines, thus demonstrating its considerable versatility. This powerful cartridge has had an impact on...
The .44-40 Winchester Cartridge
The .44-40 Winchester, also known as .44 Winchester, .44 WCF (Winchester Center Fire), and .44-40, is a type of ammunition that was specifically designed for the Winchester Model 1873 rifle, hence its alternative name. The ".44-40" nomenclature refers to the caliber of the bullet (.44 inches) and the weight of the black powder charge (40...
The .38 Special Cartridge
The .38 Special cartridge, recognized by a host of names, including .38 S&W Special, .38 Special, and 38 Spl, is a rimmed, centerfire cartridge renowned for its historical and ongoing significance in law enforcement and civilian self-defense applications. Smith & Wesson, a prominent American firearms manufacturer, introduced the .38 Special cartridge in 1898. It was...