I have shot both out of it. With 38's, it's pretty tame really. Even comfortable. I think part of the problem may be the microscopic grips on it too. I'm eventually going to get the Crimson Trace grips, which are a bit bigger. I practice with both 357's and 38's just to be proficient as possible under stress. I load 357 Glasers for my defensive load. I am trying to be at the next north shoot, but I'm still 50/50 due to car issues. I'm always 100% for the south shoots. Karl.