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Model 360 scandium in .38. Is it rated for +p?
I was at Academy about to purchase a model 360 in 38. Stamped on the barrel was .38 special. The salesperson stated it was not rated for +p ammo. After some research on the internet I am getting mixed results. Can anyone tell me for sure if it will handle the +p ammo.
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If it's the 360j, it should handle +p just fine. But then I'm just another random guy on the internet  , call S&W customer service if you want a definitive answer.
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03-09-2014, 02:12 AM
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My son bought one new about a year ago & I'm real sure that I remember reading in the manual that it is +P rated, as that is how we've reloaded for it. They're a nice gun, kind of a mini NightGuard.
This Lipsey ad also states it's +P.
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What was that??
Wasn't there something that S&W said about all .38s with a model number are rated for +P?
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03-09-2014, 08:49 AM
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All of the .38 J frames since they went to the J magnum frame in the '90s are +P rated.
FYI- The .38spl 360J is built on the .357mag 360M&P frame.
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Wasn't there something that S&W said about all .38s with a model number are rated for +P?
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There is a published flyer to the effect that all steel-framed model stamped .38 Specials are +P rated, but the answer when you speak to customer service varies greatly. I'd say use all your recoil tolerance and wallet can afford  .
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Thanks everyone for your help. I am excited about owning a Smith and Wesson. It will be my first. I now have Hk's and Sig's. Just got my CWP and want a j frame for my carry gun. Plus they are like money in the bank. Thanks again to y'all for your help.
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Interesting , my 36 was made in the 70s and S&W specifically told me not to shoot +p
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Interesting , my 36 was made in the 70s and S&W specifically told me not to shoot +p
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That's because your 36 is built on the older style frame.
I'll repeat what I posted above - The guns built on the J magnum frames are +P rated, they made the frame change in the mid '90s.
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Can someone definitely tell me whether the cylinder on the 360J in .38 is stainless steel or not? The packaging does not indicate this. I get 'yes' and 'no' answers. Thanks.
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360J feature codes
From what I've seen it shows as carbon steel.
Here's some info from a previous post I saved on 360J feature codes?
Q: Two questions regarding a 360J 38 SPL, product# 160360
Fired cartridge envelope dated 6/24/08.
Would someone please explain the following feature codes:
05-A2-SM-GR-B2-SF-SB-FA-CC-ZB
A: Poked around and found this info:
Action: A2 - single action/double action
Frame size: SM - Small/Compact
Grips: GR - rubber grips
Barrel: B2 - two piece
Sights: SF - fixed rear
Sights: SB - black blade front
Frame material: FA - alloy
Cylinder: CC - carbon
Finish: ZB - Blue/Black
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Can someone definitely tell me whether the cylinder on the 360J in .38 is stainless steel or not? The packaging does not indicate this. I get 'yes' and 'no' answers. Thanks.
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My 360J is from the first run of them and the cylinder is carbon steel.
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