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What does the -3 stand for in the name Smith and Wesson model 14 38 special?

April 26, 2017model Smith special stand wesson

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What does the -3 stand for in the name Smith and Wesson model 14 38 special?

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You have a Smith and Wesson model 14 38 special. The 38 refers to the diameter of the barrel. That barrel is 38/100 of an inch in diameter. A 45 automatic has a barrel that is 45/100 of an inch in diameter. A 9mm has a barrel with a 9mm diameter. You can shoot 9mm ammunition from a 38 special. A 22 pistol has a small diameter barrel.