Shooting .380 In a 9mm Pistol: Wrong Caliber Will it Work or Blow Up?
This video from Honest Outlaw explores the critical question of whether .380 ACP ammunition can be safely fired in a 9mm pistol, specifically a Glock 17 Gen 3. The expert demonstrates that while the rounds will fire and maintain surprising accuracy at various distances, the shorter .380 case does not generate enough pressure to reliably cycle the 9mm pistol's action. This necessitates manual slide manipulation for each shot, rendering it unreliable for defensive or tactical use but potentially viable in extreme emergency scenarios. The inspection confirms no damage to the firearm.













