can i use .45 boresnake for .380? or do I need to fork over cash for another one? thanks
482020
No and yes. The bore snakes have brass brushes that are caliber specific You can run a 9mm through a .45 bore but it would do a poor job.
482021
I think it may be too large. I have one Bore Snake that works on my .38 Special,.380, and 9mm.Best to go to Hoppe web page and look what they say.I had to also get another for my .22.
482022
Would we try using .45 bullet's in a .380 gun? I don't think so!We put out hard earned money to own a reliable gun. We need to first remember taking care of it comes with a price tag also. Buy your .380 gun the proper maintenance tools. Get the proper BoreSnake made for the gun. And while you're at it, get something soft to store and carry the gun in. After you get over that expense, buy a .44 magnum pistol or rifle for your .45 BoreSnake. And don't forget about something soft to store and carry it in! You will thank yourself in the end. And so will whomever they will be handed down to. Would we try using .45 bullet's in a .380 gun? I don't think so!We put out hard earned money to own a reliable gun. We need to first remember taking care of it comes with a price tag also. Buy your .380 gun the proper maintenance tools. Get the proper BoreSnake made for the gun. And while you're at it, get something soft to store and carry the gun in. After you get over that expense, buy a .44 magnum pistol or rifle for your .45 BoreSnake. And don't forget about something soft to store and carry it in! You will thank yourself in the end. And so will whomever they will be handed... » Read More Would we try using .45 bullet's in a .380 gun? I don't think so!We put out hard earned money to own a reliable gun. We need to first remember taking care of it comes with a price tag also. Buy your .380 gun the proper maintenance tools. Get the proper BoreSnake made for the gun. And while you're at it, get something soft to store and carry the gun in. After you get over that expense, buy a .44 magnum pistol or rifle for your .45 BoreSnake. And don't forget about something soft to store and carry it in! You will thank yourself in the end. And so will whomever they will be handed down to. « Show Less
482023
No and yes. The bore snakes have brass brushes that are caliber specificYou can run a 9mm through a .45 bore but it would do a poor job.
482024
Looks like it takes a different bore snake for the .45 caliber. Most of the bore snakes are capable of cleaning 2 or more sizes, but the .45 is a different number than the .380. I would probably go ahead and order the recommended size for your caliber.
482025
You should get another one. The bristles on the .45 cal brush won't do as good a cleaning job on the .380, as they will want to bend over and won't be nearly as effective.
1966210
This works great with my Bersa thunder .380 which is basically a clone of your Walther. I would think it work fine for you. My gun is single/double action so I can fire each pull of the trigger. Depending on your gun, you may have to rack the slide between shots. My brothers sig .380 auto is that way.
435447
Not a stupid question at all. The caliber .45 can mean ACP (Automatic Colt Pistol) or it can be .45 Long Colt (or simply 45 Colt) like those fired in single-action revolvers and others. The bore snake for 45 acp will also work with .45 Colt, .454 Casull, .45 Winchester Magnum or any other "45". In fact, it can be used in .40 caliber firearms (10mm) and works quite nicely. They work well in the "Judge" revolver, as it fires both .410 shotgun and .45 Colt ammunition. Hope this helps.
561685
just change out your dies for the round to reload.i do 223,9mm.45acp.357.38 spc. no problems
42708
I own a .308 and 9mm. The snake works great in both but I don't own a .357. Hope this helps
612469
Yes! You can, I own, a 357 mag . But will be purchasing 38 special soon. Will be using . Same speed loader . I have two speed loaders. No problem.using with either Gun.. Happy shooting.....
546636
They're pretty precise fits for each caliber...and I have several. I'm sure you could you can use the same "Snakes" for 9mm/38Sp; 45ACP/45Colt/460S&W; 40S&W/10mm; etc. Good product...and quick.
1142337
Yes, this kit will work with a .380. I have found this kit to work much better than my other kits, plus there is no strong smell.
1320206
I placed one on my Walther PPS 9mm and it fit perfectly. Sorry, but I'm not sure about the .380.
1054184
No. Works great for .380 or smaller. Would suggest a more heavy duty size for .9mm and above.
1112133
Yea,i believe i will... but It only works with a single stack magazine ... And the .40 cal mag was a tad snug at first so I doubt a .45 single stack would work. It does work like a champ though for my .40 cal and would recommend it to everyone with a single stack.I wished I had also bought one that does boh single and double stack too 'cause my buddy wanted to use it on a rental but I wouldnt fit. Get one.. I think I will work for your shield..at the price you can afford to buy a single stack and a double stack and still cost less than a single uplula. Plus you can reload without having to use a table or surface like the uplula..and can load standing or lying down... If you want ... Yea,i believe i will... but It only works with a single stack magazine ... And the .40 cal mag was a tad snug at first so I doubt a .45 single stack would work. It does work like a champ though for my .40 cal and would recommend it to everyone with a single stack.I wished I had also bought one that does boh single and double stack too 'cause my buddy wanted to use it on a rental but I wouldnt fit. Get one.. I think I will work for your shield..at the price you can afford to buy a single stack and a double stack and still cost less than a single uplula. Plus you can reload without having to... » Read More Yea,i believe i will... but It only works with a single stack magazine ... And the .40 cal mag was a tad snug at first so I doubt a .45 single stack would work. It does work like a champ though for my .40 cal and would recommend it to everyone with a single stack.I wished I had also bought one that does boh single and double stack too 'cause my buddy wanted to use it on a rental but I wouldnt fit. Get one.. I think I will work for your shield..at the price you can afford to buy a single stack and a double stack and still cost less than a single uplula. Plus you can reload without having to use a table or surface like the uplula..and can load standing or lying down... If you want ... « Show Less
763470
I have the 380 round mag and it never failed me it shoots up to 50 rounds before you need to wind it. Unless you get a battire operated one you have to wind well shooting a lot.
1791830
.38 or .357. Make sure it matches up to the gun as far as correct part number for that specific firearm. Thanks.....
481286
If you get .380 by mistake then you'll have an excuse to buy a new gun... I have received the correct caps when buying here which include .380. 9mm and 38 spl.
1904577
The Butler Creek will work on 380. In my thinking, 380 is .380auto or 380cal. or whatever you want to call it. I have several Walther PPK's and they are .380 and it works on the ammo I bought for them. Its real easy on the fingers!
1179861
Well, Brad, you'll need dies (any of the major brands are good), but spend the extra $ and get carbide or tungsten dies. Then you won't have pre-lube your cartridge casings....which is messy and slow. For the Hornady Lock n Load, you need shell holders and shell plates - buy those from Hornady. Geez, Brad, after that just get yourself some reasonably clean brass cartridge cases (you'll soon find yourself scrounging em at your local range...!), some primers (I always use magnum primers .. Use can just use regular small pistol primers...but I like a big fat spark !) Then get yourself some powder (you gotta start somewhere...Bullseye is fine.), and pick up your favorite bullets. TWO MOST IMPORTANT tips I can give you are : 1. Buy a major-brand component manufacturer's reloading manual. (You'll end up with several : ) ! Lee has good ones and Hornady gives you a DVD with purchase of Lock n Load press...very well produced! 2. GO REAL SLOW for your first few loading sessions! No distractions and focus on what you're doing. Speed will come later. Loading your own is very safe and you'll get measurably better accuracy. But pay attention, Brad! We don't want to lose a fellow gunner to a reloading mishap! Finally, take some time to hang out at you local reloader's supply store. You'll find lots of folk will be eager to share their favorite loads with you. And the store employees might as well start getting used to you bein around! Keep yer powder dry, Brad. Lemme know if you've got more questions. Best, John All the major die makers will include a powder spoon...which I don't care for ... I want a good quality scale...It's comforting when you're weighing out buffalo loads!
2253459
I looked at the select pull down for bore sizes, looks to me as if they use kind of a one size fits all for the big bore stuff.. Part No. 24019 .416 _ .460 should work in a .45 cal.