Is this revolver safe to shoot with .38 Special Plus "P" ammo? My Blue Book states that "all currently manufactured S&W revolvers chambered for 38 Special cal. will also accept Plus "P" rated ammo. They don't explain how "current" ... current is! TKS. Dave
S&W Model 10-5
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.... The RCMP, withdrew ALL except the very highest numbered, and even those had a Caution attached, Model 10's with a "C" Series prefix in the serial number, when the +P ammunition was issued. .... So, if your's has a "D" Prefix to the serial number, it's OK for +P .... David K
... I really don't recall the numerical cut-off in the "C" series, but to err on the side of caution, I would probably not shoot +P in it. Unless it's for a self defense type use( Police use for example) there's really no advantage in using the +P. More noise, flash and bang, and certainly MORE recoil ! ..... David K
Any 10-5 should be fine with +P.
S&W says that any model-numbered gun is OK for +P ammo. They most likely chose this as an easy to remember cutoff point. Any post-WWII gun made prior to the introduction of model numbers in 1957 should also be OK, as they are essentially the same.
S&W says that any model-numbered gun is OK for +P ammo. They most likely chose this as an easy to remember cutoff point. Any post-WWII gun made prior to the introduction of model numbers in 1957 should also be OK, as they are essentially the same.
