Addressing Butt-Hurt Viewers! .38spl+p Sucks Balls!?!

Published on February 14, 2026
Duration: 8:07

The Yankee Marshal addresses viewer criticism regarding his assessment of the .38 Special cartridge in small revolvers. While acknowledging the .38 Special's viability, he argues that for new purchases, it's an obsolete choice due to superior modern alternatives like the .327 Federal, .32 H&R Magnum, or 9mm in similar-sized revolvers. He emphasizes that no task a .38 Special can perform cannot be done better by another caliber in a comparable firearm.

Quick Summary

The Yankee Marshal argues that 5-shot .38 Special revolvers are obsolete for new purchases, despite not being defective. He suggests that modern alternatives like revolvers chambered in .327 Federal, .32 H&R Magnum, or 9mm offer superior capacity and performance in comparable sizes, making them better choices for buyers today.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Addressing Viewer Criticism
  2. 00:29.38 Special Revolvers Controversy
  3. 01:09.38 Special is Outdated
  4. 02:04Better Options in Similar Sizes
  5. 03:52Arguments Against the .38 Special
  6. 04:57.38 Special Limitations Summary

Frequently Asked Questions

Are .38 Special revolvers still good for self-defense?

While not defective, the speaker argues that 5-shot .38 Special revolvers are an obsolete choice for new purchases. Modern alternatives in calibers like .327 Federal, .32 H&R Magnum, or 9mm offer better capacity and performance in similar-sized firearms.

What are better alternatives to a 5-shot .38 Special revolver?

For new purchases, the speaker recommends considering revolvers in .327 Federal Magnum, .32 H&R Magnum, or 9mm. These calibers often provide more rounds and superior performance in similarly sized handguns compared to the traditional .38 Special.

Why is the .38 Special considered obsolete by some?

The argument is that while .38 Special ammunition is effective, the 5-round capacity and overall performance of traditional .38 Special revolvers are surpassed by modern firearms in other calibers, offering better value and capability for new buyers.

Can you shoot .38 Special in a .357 Magnum revolver?

Yes, .357 Magnum revolvers are designed to safely fire .38 Special ammunition. This makes the .357 Magnum a versatile option, as it can serve as a .38 Special revolver while also offering the option for more powerful .357 Magnum loads.

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