question for s&w model 36 owners?

[mg357]

Dear Smith and Wesson Forum, I have a question for owners of the s&w model 36 .38 caliber revolver. Do any of you shoot federal American Eagle 130 grain full metal jacket .38 special ammunition in your model 36? the reason that i am asking is because that specific type and brand of ammunition is what i plan to shoot in my model 36 when i go on my first range trip this summer sincerely and respectfully mg357 a proud member of the Smith and Wesson Forum. p.s. my model 36 was manufactured by s&w in 1972.

 

[murphydog]

I've used this ammo in a model 36, it works fine as a informal target load and has very low recoil. Enjoy!

 

[Falguy]

That's what I shoot. My 36 chronos Federal AE at 750fps. Not great but not that bad for a snubbie
An auto in 380 chronos at 600fps
Hollow points or any specialty ammo will probably not perform well at these velocities. A FMJ is the best bet, IMO, for penetration, performance, etc….

 

[ArchAngelCD]

I've shot that 130gr ammo and Remington 130gr FMJ ammo in my M36. Both worked just fine for practice and the brass is very good for reloading too.

 

[mkk41]

I've used this stuff in my 2in 37 and 3in 36 while teaching some new female shooters because it is so mild..