{"id":4863,"date":"2023-03-29T13:42:41","date_gmt":"2023-03-29T13:42:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.targetbarn.com\/broad-side\/?p=4863"},"modified":"2023-03-29T13:42:41","modified_gmt":"2023-03-29T13:42:41","slug":"revolver-calibers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.targetbarn.com\/broad-side\/revolver-calibers\/","title":{"rendered":"Revolver Calibers – Rundown on Wheelgun Rounds"},"content":{"rendered":"

There’s a reason revolvers are still a popular choice among shooters — compared to semi-auto pistols, they’re relatively easy to use and reliable. While semi-auto pistols have the advantage of a larger capacity magazines, shooting a revolver can be a nostalgic experience for many.<\/p>\n

Whether you want to shoot a revolver for fun or carry one for self defense, you should know about the different revolver calibers. Today we’ll take a look at some of the most popular revolver calibers and what they’re good for.<\/p>\n

Revolver Calibers List<\/h2>\n
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From left to right: .22LR, .22WMR, .327 Federal Magnum, .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .45 Colt<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

If you were to go to a gunshop and ask to see a revolver, the worker behind the counter would most likely show you a .38 Special or .357 Magnum. While those are two of the most popular modern day revolver calibers, there is an expansive list of revolver cartridges that includes everything from the popular .22LR to the more obscure 7.62x38mmR.<\/p>\n

There are many different revolver calibers. Most revolver cartridges have a rimmed design. The rim allows for the correct headspace and also makes allows the spent cartridges to be ejected from the cylinder easily.<\/p>\n

Revolver calibers include:<\/p>\n