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Why is there a 40 s&w ?
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- ?Lv 69 years agoFavorite Answer
The number indicates calibre (hundredths of an inch) the 38 just didn't have the "punch" and stopping power need to incapcitate the bad guy (unless you go to a magnum). The "40" fit the bill!
- Anonymous9 years ago
You can find them at the gun shop.
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