The .357 Smith & Wesson Magnum, .357 S&W Magnum, .357 Magnum, or 9×33mmR is a smokeless powder cartridge with a 0.357 in (9.07 mm) bullet diameter. It was created by Elmer Keith, Phillip B. …

Dec 1, 2025 · From the "tank-like" Ruger GP-100 to the exquisite Colt Python, a firearms expert with 36 years of experience ranks the top 5 .357 Magnum revolvers.

The .357 Magnum is an American classic and has been a popular round since its introduction nearly 90 years ago. It’s a powerful round that doesn’t quite stray into “oh God my wrist” levels of recoil like …

Dec 1, 2025 · The great cowboy and gun writer Elmer Keith had a hand in the development of the 357 Magnum. To make it, Smith & Wesson lengthened the 38 Special cartridge and upped the pressure …

The .357 was designed in response to crime problems within the U.S during the 1920’s through 30’s. Prior to the release of the .357, the standard police service cartridge was the .38 special.

The famous .357 Magnum, the original magnum pistol cartridge, was introduced in 1935 by Smith & Wesson as the world's most powerful handgun cartridge. For over 20 years it was simply known as …

Oct 2, 2024 · When gun writer Elmer Keith teamed up with Phillip B. Sharpe of the National Rifle Association and Douglas Wesson of Smith & Wesson, they built the first magnum handgun cartridge. …

Jun 18, 2022 · In a modern world of semi-automatic pistols with magazines that hold the better part of a box of cartridges, virtually every manufacturer of revolvers—either single or double action—makes a …

Almost a century after its debut, the 357 Magnum remains incredibly popular and effective for hunting, target shooting, law enforcement and self-defense. Legendary gun writer Dick Metcalf named it the …

The 357 Magnum is a popular, highly versatile cartridge for handguns and rifles that is known for its exceptional stopping power, terminal penetration, and accuracy in short to medium ranges.