The .38 Super Government Model gave law enforcement a cartridge capable of penetrating the early automotive glass and body panels that stymied .45 ACP loads. Still chambered today and hugely popular in Central and South American competition circles. Type: Pistol Action: Semi-Automatic Caliber: .38 Super Capacity: 9 Year introduced: 1929, USA Weight: 39 oz Overall length: 8.625" Status: Active Intended use: Range, Competition, Collection