I like those Savage pistols. There is also the 1915 (enclosed hammer) and the 1917 (different grip). Of course available in 32acp & 380acp. For anyone interested in these Savage pistols, there is a great reference book out there; Savage Pistols, by Bailey Brower JR., published by Stackpole Books. You wouldn't believe the variations & improvements made during the life of this pistol. Would be nice if you could get your hands on a couple others, like the old Remington model 51 and the Harrington & Richardson self-loading pistol, that were U.S. made to compete with the Savage and Colt pistols. It would be neat to see your take on those on video.
Bat Masterson was a smart gunfighter, know when to retire and find something else to do. Few others live to a ripe old age. The little Savage pistols are some of the really fun ones and the .32 Auto is nothing to sneer at, even today. Great video.
These weren’t on my radar until I was injured and had to work light duty in the property room back in 2017. They have not gotten rid of anything since the 70’s, and they had me identify the firearms. They had over a dozen of these savage pistols. They also had a ton of pocket hammerless, vest pocket autos, classic smiths, Colt revolvers, and a shocking number of Dan Wesson revolvers.
Oh, I just hate that sort of story. Please tell me they sold them to a gun store who will resell them to collectors! I used to see similar things in the property room of my old agency too. Broke my heart when they destroyed them. Roy
@@fmgpubs no sir! They are still rusting away in the basement of the SO. I did get some old school learning in this last weekend! I took “Robbery Prevention In Non-Permissive Enviroments” with Darryl Bolke, Chuck Haggard, and Cecil Burch using my little S&W Centennial. The guys with trick 365’s really had no advantage over those of us using Jframes.
Years ago I bought a Colt 1908 in .25 ACP. I bought it because it was built the same year that my dad was born (1910). It was the only firearm that I actually shot my chrono, right through the rear sensor. Ooops. I may still have some brass somewhere but the little gun was traded on something more practical. Thanks, Roy!
Nice. I have a 1907 that I picked up for Mom in 1974, and inherited in 2007. Only have the original mag, wouldn’t mind a spare. It’s no match for my .45 or today’s guns, but a quick 10+1 of .32 auto sure beats harsh language! Note, if you take it down, make sure you get reassembly right. It’s possible to make an error that will cause the pistol to double.🙄
I have one made in 1919... yes an 07. Now that magazine is HARD to load (got it at an estate sale recently.) Original Magazine. I can just get 7 rounds in it. Really it is not a bad gun. Real hard to rack so kids would have a very difficult time chambering a round (as well as my wife!) I'll disassemble the mag tomorrow and see if the spring is kinked or what.
Thanks Roy but I don't think Bat would have shot it two handed. I always envision the guys from that era using only one hand and saving the other to manage an animal or for another pistol.
Well, almost any auto might do that if some dirt wedged into the firing pin channel, but it’s not something I’ve heard about this model in particular. Roy
Your a hell of a shot honestly! 8 shots in rapid succession 3-4" group. I'm impressed.
I'm just old and have been doing it a long time Matt. But thanks for your very kind words! Roy
I like those Savage pistols. There is also the 1915 (enclosed hammer) and the 1917 (different grip). Of course available in 32acp & 380acp. For anyone interested in these Savage pistols, there is a great reference book out there; Savage Pistols, by Bailey Brower JR., published by Stackpole Books. You wouldn't believe the variations & improvements made during the life of this pistol. Would be nice if you could get your hands on a couple others, like the old Remington model 51 and the Harrington & Richardson self-loading pistol, that were U.S. made to compete with the Savage and Colt pistols. It would be neat to see your take on those on video.
Have wanted to shoot one of these ever since I saw one in "Road to Perdition".
Bat Masterson was a smart gunfighter, know when to retire and find something else to do. Few others live to a ripe old age.
The little Savage pistols are some of the really fun ones and the .32 Auto is nothing to sneer at, even today.
Great video.
Old Bat knew what he was about, back in the day. As we do today. Unless drugged to the gills, NOBODY WANTS TO LEAK...
These weren’t on my radar until I was injured and had to work light duty in the property room back in 2017. They have not gotten rid of anything since the 70’s, and they had me identify the firearms. They had over a dozen of these savage pistols. They also had a ton of pocket hammerless, vest pocket autos, classic smiths, Colt revolvers, and a shocking number of Dan Wesson revolvers.
Oh, I just hate that sort of story. Please tell me they sold them to a gun store who will resell them to collectors! I used to see similar things in the property room of my old agency too. Broke my heart when they destroyed them. Roy
@@fmgpubs no sir! They are still rusting away in the basement of the SO. I did get some old school learning in this last weekend! I took “Robbery Prevention In Non-Permissive Enviroments” with Darryl Bolke, Chuck Haggard, and Cecil Burch using my little S&W Centennial. The guys with trick 365’s really had no advantage over those of us using Jframes.
Years ago I bought a Colt 1908 in .25 ACP. I bought it because it was built the same year that my dad was born (1910). It was the only firearm that I actually shot my chrono, right through the rear sensor. Ooops. I may still have some brass somewhere but the little gun was traded on something more practical. Thanks, Roy!
Roy, I've always enjoyed you.
Made in Utica, NY. My home town for the win!
And winners they are sir! Roy
I’ve just seen one of these in a museum in Lisbon. Nice little gun
I had a squirt gun that looked exactly like the 1907. I found a real one a few years ago and it’s pretty awesome.
Oh gosh, I’d have loved to see that! Roy
Back in the 70s I had the Savage 1917 in 380, 10 round mag. Nice point & shoot pistol.
Nice. I have a 1907 that I picked up for Mom in 1974, and inherited in 2007. Only have the original mag, wouldn’t mind a spare. It’s no match for my .45 or today’s guns, but a quick 10+1 of .32 auto sure beats harsh language! Note, if you take it down, make sure you get reassembly right. It’s possible to make an error that will cause the pistol to double.🙄
I piked up one of the Triple K replacement mags for my 1907 and it worked very well.
@@kevincollier4147 thanks, I’ll check into that!👍
You mean accidentally upgrade to 2 round burst lol
@@inhumanfilth681 LOL!
32 acp with modern ammo does not suck.
Such an interesting little piece of history.
Thanks for sharing.
Looks like a ton of fun.
I just love shooting the old guns. We’ll keep ‘em coming. Roy H.
Thank you Calm N carry
I adore my 1917 in 32 acp I paid 250; for that it's all original and runs great looks great too
Now that was a lot,of,fun to see tyvm keep em coming.
American HIGH Power 1907, FN came a few years later 1935 ❤
Great to see, thanks for sharing this with us.
Thanks for sharing!
I have one made in 1919... yes an 07. Now that magazine is HARD to load (got it at an estate sale recently.) Original Magazine. I can just get 7 rounds in it. Really it is not a bad gun. Real hard to rack so kids would have a very difficult time chambering a round (as well as my wife!) I'll disassemble the mag tomorrow and see if the spring is kinked or what.
Should be easy to load, Deaf. See what’s up. Roy
Great vid! Love to see some of the older stuff. If you ever want to do some plinking let me know. I’m up at the lake
Which lake, Gene? Roy
@@fmgpubs I’m up near the Bagnel Dam. Lake Ozark/Eldon line. The lake of the Ozarks is just a few miles from my place.
@@fmgpubs if you have an email address I can write to, I’ll send you my contact info
Does the 1907 have a double stack magazine?
Thanks Roy but I don't think Bat would have shot it two handed. I always envision the guys from that era using only one hand and saving the other to manage an animal or for another pistol.
He would have also said something like, “Unhand her you ruffian!” Roy
@@fmgpubs yes lol
I had heard somewhere that you must keep them clean because if they get extremely dirty they can slam fire that's what I heard anyway
Well, almost any auto might do that if some dirt wedged into the firing pin channel, but it’s not something I’ve heard about this model in particular. Roy
Ocupo un cargador para savage 32... 1905 alguien me puede ayudar o orientar donde lo consigo
I have a Savage 1905. I am looking for a holster for it. Any ideas?
Is that the pistol Jude Law used in road to perdition?
Yup
Outstanding video, great little pistol.
And the Savage has better sights than the 1903 Colt too.
You’re right. I hadn’t thought of that. I like the design of the 1903 more, but think the features (and benefits) of the 1907 to be better. Roy
Looks like Bat was right, minute of person is all you need.