I’m retired Philadelphia PD, and I have the SP101 3-inch magnum. I could handle those distances in single-action, but not that well in double. Well-done, Sir!
I have carried a SP 101 .357 with 2.25" barrel as my in public CC weapon for over 30 years! I have never felt the recoil objectionable. My only double action revolver. Great, reliable gun, and very accurate!
Greg Roberts when the going gets 1929 as gvt defaults on the t bonds.. 50 yards sounds like a fine feature to me... how small is a bad boy Target at 150 yds.. yards.. not feet,..yards...?
I live in the UK and I can't own a pistol anymore. In the day I lived the 1911 the Browning 9 and my beloved Ruger SP101. I'm happy you covered this little viper some coverage
Anyone can shoot a gun and film it. The true content is being able to talk knowledgeably about the firearm. Being able to use a gun super accurately is just icing on the cake!
I love my sp101 I have the 3" barrel in .357 magnum. I really enjoyed this video as I am the same way, and roll my eyes every time I hear someone say "belly gun". I regularly shoot at 50 yards, and regularly use it to take hogs anytime I am in the woods and see them.
Don't ever change a thing you do with your videos, you do a great job, and I really like how you compose them. I have an Sp101 .357 in 2.25" and it's my primary carry gun. You are an awesome shot too!!! I always enjoy watching your shooting.
I'm getting the 9mm, cheaper ammo and you're not blowing gunpowder out the front that combusts outside the barrel. But I can understand it if it was cheaper in .38.
My local gun shop has a used one of these in 357mag. I thought the $350 price tag seemed decent looked at some other bs before almost buying a 1925 Winchester 12 guage for $500. Hope they still have this ruger bc it seems great and the just like the best deal out there.
This guy is just a great shot and is very pleasant to listen to. 50 yards with any open sight pistol is great shooting. I feel challenged even with the 6 inch barrel on my GP 100. Nice job Buffalo !!!
Well like he said we're all different. I always give it a try and if i'm on fine, if not that's fine too cause than lever guns are fun too out to buck, buck and a half with my rig.
This is the second time I heard of LAX, just watched a video by Royal Nonesuch and he used it too. Great that companies know the value of having YT channels show off their stuff.
Yes! It was a small gesture but it goes a long way. These days anything helps and they didn't ask me to do a video or anything but gave me the code to share if I wanted to. I thought that was pretty cool as I have had people offer to send things before with strings attached and I just ignore them.
LAX is pretty good stuff. I tried out 500 rounds of their "New" .45 ACP 230 gr ammo. It was very good, appears to be another company that uses their own plated bullets. Two years later i'm still using their brass to reload more ammo with.
Hey Gunther - it is a good, clean family oriented channel for folks who love to shoot and or to hunt. Buffalo is a down to earth kind of guy who could give Hickok45 a run for the money.
If a worker at LAX ammo company quits, would that make them an ex LAX employee? Don't know why my stupid head thinks of these things.but anyways, great shootin ,thanks for sharing, you do just fine buffalo, don't worry bout the nit pickers. 🖒
I like both the shootin' and the talkin' so I've got nothing to complain about. As far as you shooting a stubby revolver at 50 yards, the only thing I have to say is, *I'm jealous. :D* I have a hard enough time with a full size handgun. Thanks for the video.
I'm glad you enjoy the vids for what they are, just an ol boy out having fun and hopefully getting others to do the same. Thanks for all the support I really enjoy your comments.
UA-cam might discriminate and harass gun channels but when you have a great channel such a yourself people will watch and follow no matter where you go. That’s what’s great about our freedom and country. God bless the USA! Keep them good videos coming brother!
I’ve owned one of these for about 15 years or so. My standard carry load is the Buffalo Bore Heavy 158 Grain 38 Special Semi Wad Cutter a.k.a. The FBI load. And to your point, I’d say your gun is in the right hands. You are an excellent shot.
SP101 came out in 38 special. I bought one used for $250. I have put a front Trijicon sight on it. It is loaded with Federal 125 grain +P hollow point ammo. Great gun!
I bet that 22 version of being nice little snake charmer And anybody that's knocking you in the comments for shooting 40 or 50 yards with a snub nose, they're just jealous they can't do it
That makes absolutely no sense at all..If it is accurate for you,at the longer ranges,,then it just says more for it,at the closer ranges..Why would anyone complain about that..
Subed!! Nice presentation of. Your vids KEEP them COMING! I'm looking. The 327 mag. Plus you can shoot 32 H&R mag. And 32 long Colts! Yes just some options I like cause I reload. The older 32 long Colts and 32 H&R mags are extremely expensive.but if you reload cost really low😀
Thank you! I try my best to keep it interesting. I am not a pro at this but I do enjoy it. I'm glad that you enjoy the videos. It makes it worth while when I get that kind of feedback.
I’ve got this gun in .357 magnum, 3 1/4 inch barrel. It’s a lot of fun to shoot. I just feel sorry for the idiot who ever makes the mistake of attempting to break into my house, it will not end well.
Better have ear protection. .357 indoors? Literally deafening. I use semis for home defense and have suppressors for both M-4 and C-75. Of course, I acquired tinnitus during 20 yrs as LEO (using what I found out later to be second-rate hearing protection) and wouldn't want to do more damage, even while saving my life. Take care of your ears. You don't want ringing, chirping, cricket-sound in your head every minute for the rest of your life (plus notable loss of high freq hearing).
Just subscribed to your channel, I am a revolver “convert” I have switched over to a Ruger GP100 3 inch .357 and a SP101 .357 (loaded with .38 special) as a “New York Reload” and a Smith & Wesson 442 Airweight as a pocket carry...I have watched several of your videos and am impressed with your reviews and your shooting...as an old Army gunslinger to another shootist...keep burning that powder and carry on!
Have taken my 357 SP101 hiking and camping all over the country. Has never let me down. Used think I was a great shot with it, until I watched this video. You’re an Outstanding marksman
Got into shooting a couple of years ago, and have greatly improved after much practice. You shoot very well fro longer distances, and just shows me there is room for improvement in my own skills. I very much enjoy your “down to earth” videos. Keep ‘em coming.
Honestly I didn't think I'd hit anything at 40 yards but since I did I figured why not back up to 50. I thought that was cool of LAX ammo for sending me that ammo without any strings attached. I've had people offer to send me stuff before with requirements and I just ignore the request.
I have had a SP101 in .357 mag with 2.25" barrel since the late 80s! It has been my primary carry weapon for most of that time. Accurate, durable, dependable. I originally qualified for my concealed carry with it. I often carry in in my boot top, usually in a belt slide holster! One of the things that has endeared it to me is the comfort of not hurting from recoil as so many snubbies do. I remember firing a Colt Detective's special many years ago. Thing was very hard on my knuckles. Not a problem with the SP101!
Buffalo's Outdoors >>> thank you for the very thorough and for the very professional cinematography and narration, well done! I comparison to most other "Ruger SP-101" reviews on YT, I find that you have gone out of your way to clarify that the SP-101 is not a single firearm but a series of firearms that are offered in various caliber, barrel length and hammer configurations. Very professional, highly impressed ... keep up the good work! ;-)
Great video, I have the hammerless 357 and the Match Champion, love both Gun’s but I haven’t had them put in awhile. I get caught up in the semis and forget how much I enjoy the revolvers and anybody that hits targets at 40 yards with a snubbie has my vote 👍
Buffalo's Outdoors I went to the range yesterday with a new Glock 43 so I took the Ruger SP101 with me. I was shooting the Glock at 10 yards getting acceptable groups but when I switched to the Ruger my groups tightened up considerably. I put a set of Wolfe springs in couple years ago and hadn’t spent much time with it, my loss. This thing is a beast at 10 yards. It has the perfect wall that’s easy to reach and smooth to pass. I guess it’ll be going to the range as a regular from now on. I didn’t take enough ammo to stretch it out, next trip for sure, might even get the Match Champion safe queen out. Again thanks for the inspiration.
I’ve had 3. 2.25 and the 3 all in 357. I’ve kept the 3 which I’ve come to use 38 plus. Shoots like a dream. It’s my ccw. I carry at least 1 speedloader in my pocket with another in my coat
Damn, bro, you made my day....very real....keeping it real....no BS...just easy talking and outstanding shooting. It is what it is....giggles and grins
I like your verbal portions better than the shooting part, so...thanks for continuing to make these videos. You're charming and have something to say that's worth listening to.
I'll second Doug Mare's assertion, I do like the talking parts. You're a good shot so is Paul and Hickock. But really we learn more by hearing tidbits and advice, anecdotes than by just watching shooting. Haters be dammed.
Buffalo i like your whole Vidio"s. You know why? Cause u tell it like it is. Down to earth. Keep up the informative and enjoyable videos. Merry Christmas
I'm only half way through the video and already I'm impressed! If we're ever walking along together and run into some Bad Guys, I'm just going to step aside and say to you, "Have at 'em, brother!"
damn good shooting i have always been a big fan of ruger
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One of my open carry' is an SP101 and it gets almost as much attenation as my S&W model 36. Both pistols are a classic design and will always have a following. I use the Ruger as my BUG loaded with Remington HTP 110 grain SJHP .357 Magnum
“3/5 at 50 yards, that’s not bad guys” he says...(I’m thinking) mmm... I own one of these and by my count that’s GREAT shooting! 😂 Another box of ammo or two and you’ll be ready to take on Jerry!
I had to watch this one again after finally get my hands on one. I don't know yet if it will take the place of my Taurus 605 as my most often carried gun, but the weight and size certainly gives a sense of confidence when it's on the hip.
Thanks! I've only had that little revolver on loan for about a week. So I am happy with my shooting as well. Sometimes it takes a little longer to "get to know" a gun but this one was right on.
Fantastic video. Down home plain sense, thanks for sharing AND Fantastic shooting! I too have an SP101 3" barrel but beyond 35 yards I pretty much miss....the paper!
Yep. Defensive revolver should be double action. I like your easy presentation and simple factual delivery. THAT is some good shootin' also. Nice looking gun. Thanks for your time to do this. I'm in the market for a smaller revolver. I have a S&W 686 4" that I love. This Ruger is now on my list of candidates.
I think its people with less experience that want to skip to the shooting because its the closest thing for them to shooting but for me i like the talking parts better because watching how someone else shoots a gun doesnt really tell me anything.
09/2019 I just purchased this firearm NIB Wiley Clapp model , and I have to say the trigger pull was really gritty and hard, it sounded like a 1970’s Clunker definitely wasn’t impressed but I purchased it anyway. The guy at the gun store put a few drops of oil and it seemed like it smoothed out just a little bit. At home I already had new trigger and hammer shims , and new Wilson Combat trigger and hammer springs, both #10’s , ( all parts where under $25 )so I got to work immediately. After taking the gun apart I used 1500 sandpaper and gently smoothen out any rough edges without taking off any metal of course, and also used some stainless steel polish, as I was putting everything back I applied some oil with a Q-tip. Now it feels much better and hopefully I can go to the range and I have no lite primer strikes . I understand that after paying $716 for a firearm you shouldn’t have to work on it , but I do enjoy working on my firearms , and also I did choose it over the $1000 plus Kimber K6. One last thing was your trigger the same way ? Update: the Ruger had no lite hits on 38 or 357 I shot 50 rounds of each. The sight where on target. If I could do it again I’ll go with the Kimber K6
Your revolver mastery is just amazing. Really enjoyed your presentation. I sure love my SP101. Did a trigger job and put a Big Dot (little dot version) on my front sight. That makes it hit point of aim and point of impact with 357. Its a great sight picture and much better than the OEM sight. I tried all sorts of paint with the OEM sight and while it worked ok, I am much happier with the dot. Using my Lab Radar I am getting 530 foot pounds of energy from Buffalo Bore ammo. That dwarfs anything in the 9 mm +P offering by 200 foot pounds.
Thanks! I may do some trigger work on this one, I'm not sure yet. Thinking of bobbing the hammer as well. At the time of this video this revolver belonged to a friend but I've since bought it for myself.
With practice this can be done. A friend of mine and I regularly shoot pistols of different calibers at clay birds from 100 yards with great success. Lots of friendly fun competition and you’d be surprised at how good you can get, but it dose require practice. Good shooting!
They just opened another one right down the street from me in Huntington. Their reloads are great. BTW for those that don't know the name comes from LAX airport in Commiefornia.
It was a one time thing but little gestures like that go a long way with a small channel like mine. The ammo seemed very accurate/consistent especially for remanned. They also sent me a couple of boxes of their new manufactured ammo which I haven't shot yet.
Just watched your video for the Smith and Wesson m&p bodyguard. Comparing the two which would you say is the better gun for conceal and carry or everyday carry?
I have the Ruger LCR 357. That little dude is like a stick of dynamite going off in your hand. But I love it. I love a strong recoiling gun. I'm looking to fill a gap in my collection with a 357 mag, maybe this one??
LAX Ammo is just Freedom Munitions. That's Freedom's "sister site". Thier ammo usually works, but the bullets tend move back and forth in the cases. When I bought their 9mm, I noticed it was very easy to push the bullet down into the case just by pinching it with my thumb. It also has hard primers. So hard my Ruger Security 9 fails to set of the cartridges about 20% of the time. All my other pistols seemed to eat it up fine though.
Mines a 4 inch 357 mag. Great for woods carry to. I load mine with 2 buffalo bore 180 grain cast and 1 cci shotshells and 2 125 grain critical defence. Last year I shot a nice 11 point buck with 1 shot with 125 grain buffalo bore jhp. Ran 10 ft and dropped. The heart looked like cherry pudding lol
I’m retired Philadelphia PD, and I have the SP101 3-inch magnum. I could handle those distances in single-action, but not that well in double. Well-done, Sir!
I'm about to be working up there as a constable deputy. when did you retire?
So in other words. You enforced unconstitutional gun laws in Philadelphia?
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This guy can shoot! Amazing eyesight. He's shooting in double action that's nuts!
Good shooting bad for bad people
SP 101 is a super strong overbuilt mini beast. Great gun.
Good description!
Heavy Duty
@@buffalosoutdoors man. All I can say is damn. You're in the class of Hickcock 45 or better!
I own the .357 4" barrel.
Man does it handle beautifully.
Love how humble he is AND an absolutely deadly shot.
I have carried a SP 101 .357 with 2.25" barrel as my in public CC weapon for over 30 years! I have never felt the recoil objectionable. My only double action revolver. Great, reliable gun, and very accurate!
50 yards with a snubbie is pretty impressive.
Thank you!
Greg Roberts
when the going gets 1929 as gvt defaults on the t bonds.. 50 yards sounds like a fine feature to me...
how small is a bad boy Target at 150 yds.. yards.. not feet,..yards...?
its really the shooter behind the gun!
His eyes should be 20/20 and his hands perfect.....
I've done it before but let me tell you it felt like luck haha
50 yards with a snubbie is very impressive! Guess I will get me a sp101 now!
I live in the UK and I can't own a pistol anymore. In the day I lived the 1911 the Browning 9 and my beloved Ruger SP101. I'm happy you covered this little viper some coverage
Glad you enjoyed it!
If you could, we would like to see you immigrate to the USA and obtain citizenship. Need all the supporters of firearms that we can get. :)
THANK YOU for being one of the VERY few people on UA-cam who count their rounds. Love my 3” SP101.
Anyone can shoot a gun and film it. The true content is being able to talk knowledgeably about the firearm. Being able to use a gun super accurately is just icing on the cake!
Thank you!
I like wheel guns its just a classic type of hand gun. Old school.
I love my sp101 I have the 3" barrel in .357 magnum. I really enjoyed this video as I am the same way, and roll my eyes every time I hear someone say "belly gun". I regularly shoot at 50 yards, and regularly use it to take hogs anytime I am in the woods and see them.
Don't ever change a thing you do with your videos, you do a great job, and I really like how you compose them. I have an Sp101 .357 in 2.25" and it's my primary carry gun. You are an awesome shot too!!! I always enjoy watching your shooting.
Thanks a bunch! I love your channel name that's awesome! Had to sub you just because of that!
Love the SP-101. In my opinion though there is no reason to get the .38 Special. The .357 is the same price and gives you more versatility.
I'm getting the 9mm, cheaper ammo and you're not blowing gunpowder out the front that combusts outside the barrel. But I can understand it if it was cheaper in .38.
@Priest Are those the one's designed especially for short barrels?
My local gun shop has a used one of these in 357mag. I thought the $350 price tag seemed decent looked at some other bs before almost buying a 1925 Winchester 12 guage for $500. Hope they still have this ruger bc it seems great and the just like the best deal out there.
generally the 38 special model retails much less, so it is an option for less money
Vernon Ewing that’s a great deal, mine was $575 out the door.
This guy is just a great shot and is very pleasant to listen to. 50 yards with any open sight pistol is great shooting. I feel challenged even with the 6 inch barrel on my GP 100. Nice job Buffalo !!!
6 inch Gp100 here as well and I sometimes struggle at 25 meters
Ruger sure makes nice looking guns
Not boring at all. This is how a review should be.
I love it when you hit em at 40/50 yards..the people that complains about that are the ones who can't do it!! Keep up the good videos!
Well like he said we're all different. I always give it a try and if i'm on fine, if not that's fine too cause than lever guns are fun too out to buck, buck and a half with my rig.
I love hearing you talk Buffalo. Don't listen to those nay sayers in the peanut gallery. Keep up the great stuff.
Thank you! I will!
Buffalo’s videos aren’t just entertainment. You learn a lot from his videos. Ive learned something from every video of his I watched.
Thanks! That is a great compliment!
This is the second time I heard of LAX, just watched a video by Royal Nonesuch and he used it too. Great that companies know the value of having YT channels show off their stuff.
Yes! It was a small gesture but it goes a long way. These days anything helps and they didn't ask me to do a video or anything but gave me the code to share if I wanted to. I thought that was pretty cool as I have had people offer to send things before with strings attached and I just ignore them.
LAX is pretty good stuff. I tried out 500 rounds of their "New" .45 ACP 230 gr ammo. It was very good, appears to be another company that uses their own plated bullets. Two years later i'm still using their brass to reload more ammo with.
@@buffalosoutdoors Have You test fired a Ruger SP101 9MM Revolver?
I'm in awe of 40 yard shooting with a snubbie. Thanks for the shoutout Buffalo. It was a nice surprise.
I enjoy your channel Gregg. I think some of my viewers will as well.
Thank you last clear.
Hi Gregg, Checked out this channel by your suggestion and enjoyed it
Hey Gunther - it is a good, clean family oriented channel for folks who love to shoot and or to hunt. Buffalo is a down to earth kind of guy who could give Hickok45 a run for the money.
Lionquest Fitness he can sure shoot that little Ruger.
Uncle Dan out
Great. I'm carrying my SP101 357 2.25. I love and trust this gun.
Thank you for shooting a double action revolver like your supposed to.
If a worker at LAX ammo company quits, would that make them an ex LAX employee? Don't know why my stupid head thinks of these things.but anyways, great shootin ,thanks for sharing, you do just fine buffalo, don't worry bout the nit pickers. 🖒
LOL NOW THAT'S FUNNY!!!
Don't worry the smell of gunpowder does the same thing to me...lol
I like both the shootin' and the talkin' so I've got nothing to complain about. As far as you shooting a stubby revolver at 50 yards, the only thing I have to say is, *I'm jealous. :D*
I have a hard enough time with a full size handgun. Thanks for the video.
I'm glad you enjoy the vids for what they are, just an ol boy out having fun and hopefully getting others to do the same. Thanks for all the support I really enjoy your comments.
Double action too
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UA-cam might discriminate and harass gun channels but when you have a great channel such a yourself people will watch and follow no matter where you go. That’s what’s great about our freedom and country. God bless the USA! Keep them good videos coming brother!
Thanks so much for the inspirational comment! Much appreciated!
Buffalo is a humble guy. I like his positivity as well. Always quality content.
I’ve owned one of these for about 15 years or so. My standard carry load is the Buffalo Bore Heavy 158 Grain 38 Special Semi Wad Cutter a.k.a. The FBI load. And to your point, I’d say your gun is in the right hands. You are an excellent shot.
Amazing shooting ! You’ve gave me the inspiration to start shooting further than 25 yards . Thanks from Illinois !
Hello from Ky! Glad you enjoyed the video!
Excellent shooting display. Great marksmanship!
Shooting in DA with a snub nose 38 at 50! This video is gonna make me be harder on myself. Thanks and great video.
SP101 came out in 38 special. I bought one used for $250. I have put a front Trijicon sight on it. It is loaded with Federal 125 grain +P hollow point ammo. Great gun!
@william Keith what trijicon sight did you put on? I am looking for a tritium front sight for my 3 inch SP101 in .357
I bet that 22 version of being nice little snake charmer
And anybody that's knocking you in the comments for shooting 40 or 50 yards with a snub nose, they're just jealous they can't do it
LOL I didn't think of it that way!
Buffalo's Outdoors. I'm pulling a shift at cabelas on the weekend here, and now you've got me eyeing one... Thanks!
That makes absolutely no sense at all..If it is accurate for you,at the longer ranges,,then it just says more for it,at the closer ranges..Why would anyone complain about that..
Subed!! Nice presentation of. Your vids KEEP them COMING! I'm looking. The 327 mag. Plus you can shoot 32 H&R mag. And 32 long Colts! Yes just some options I like cause I reload. The older 32 long Colts and 32 H&R mags are extremely expensive.but if you reload cost really low😀
Really hard to do at those longer ranges.
Your videos are Never boring! Great shooting!
Thank you! I try my best to keep it interesting. I am not a pro at this but I do enjoy it. I'm glad that you enjoy the videos. It makes it worth while when I get that kind of feedback.
The ruger sp101 caliber 357 mag my daily carry my favorite load Remington 357 mag 158 gr sjhp and wilderness load 180 gr hard cast
Horse Rider just bought one now carry it over my PPK/S, like having a more powerful round
I’ve got this gun in .357 magnum, 3 1/4 inch barrel. It’s a lot of fun to shoot. I just feel sorry for the idiot who ever makes the mistake of attempting to break into my house, it will not end well.
I have the 4" .357 mag model.
Light as a feather with great control.
Better have ear protection. .357 indoors? Literally deafening. I use semis for home defense and have suppressors for both M-4 and C-75. Of course, I acquired tinnitus during 20 yrs as LEO (using what I found out later to be second-rate hearing protection) and wouldn't want to do more damage, even while saving my life. Take care of your ears. You don't want ringing, chirping, cricket-sound in your head every minute for the rest of your life (plus notable loss of high freq hearing).
You sir, are an excellent marksman! It's nice to see someone shooting a double-action revolver in the manner it was meant to be used.
Your a class act Buffalo,wish more channels would support each other like that.
Thanks a bunch. I had a little help getting where I am. I like to pass it on every now and then.
Just subscribed to your channel, I am a revolver “convert” I have switched over to a Ruger GP100 3 inch .357 and a SP101 .357 (loaded with .38 special) as a “New York Reload” and a Smith & Wesson 442 Airweight as a pocket carry...I have watched several of your videos and am impressed with your reviews and your shooting...as an old Army gunslinger to another shootist...keep burning that powder and carry on!
I'm reporting this for porn. That opening footage is way too arousing for unrestricted access. I'm still breathing hard.
LOL! Best comment so far. I'm dying over here!
capq57. LMFAO 👍
Not to mention that music, 80s porn for sure.
@@buffalosoutdoors well leave
Total gun porn.haha. That is one beautiful revolver for sure!
Have taken my 357 SP101 hiking and camping all over the country. Has never let me down. Used think I was a great shot with it, until I watched this video. You’re an Outstanding marksman
Hey Buffalo, you should consider demanding checks from Ruger. I'm pretty sure you just sold a SP101.
Nice vid, great shooting.
Thx D
Danny Archuleta Haha! Make that 2
Got into shooting a couple of years ago, and have greatly improved after much practice. You shoot very well fro longer distances, and just shows me there is room for improvement in my own skills. I very much enjoy your “down to earth” videos. Keep ‘em coming.
I shoot real good at 50yards............. with a rifle! lol Good shooting i will have to check out LAX. Glad they are showing you some love.
Honestly I didn't think I'd hit anything at 40 yards but since I did I figured why not back up to 50. I thought that was cool of LAX ammo for sending me that ammo without any strings attached. I've had people offer to send me stuff before with requirements and I just ignore the request.
I have had a SP101 in .357 mag with 2.25" barrel since the late 80s! It has been my primary carry weapon for most of that time. Accurate, durable, dependable. I originally qualified for my concealed carry with it. I often carry in in my boot top, usually in a belt slide holster! One of the things that has endeared it to me is the comfort of not hurting from recoil as so many snubbies do. I remember firing a Colt Detective's special many years ago. Thing was very hard on my knuckles. Not a problem with the SP101!
Thanks for sharing your experience!
@@buffalosoutdoors You are welcome!
Buffalo's Outdoors >>> thank you for the very thorough and for the very professional cinematography and narration, well done! I comparison to most other "Ruger SP-101" reviews on YT, I find that you have gone out of your way to clarify that the SP-101 is not a single firearm but a series of firearms that are offered in various caliber, barrel length and hammer configurations. Very professional, highly impressed ... keep up the good work! ;-)
Thanks so much for the feedback! I'm not gonna lie it's nice to hear a compliment every now and then! Have a great day!
Just found this channel and keep coming back for the DA revolver shooting and good conversation. Thumbs up!
Thanks! I am glad you enjoy the videos! Welcome to the channel!
Great video, I have the hammerless 357 and the Match Champion, love both Gun’s but I haven’t had them put in awhile. I get caught up in the semis and forget how much I enjoy the revolvers and anybody that hits targets at 40 yards with a snubbie has my vote 👍
I know what you mean. I love semi autos as well but there is just something about a double action revolver that floats my boat.
Buffalo's Outdoors I went to the range yesterday with a new Glock 43 so I took the Ruger SP101 with me. I was shooting the Glock at 10 yards getting acceptable groups but when I switched to the Ruger my groups tightened up considerably. I put a set of Wolfe springs in couple years ago and hadn’t spent much time with it, my loss. This thing is a beast at 10 yards. It has the perfect wall that’s easy to reach and smooth to pass. I guess it’ll be going to the range as a regular from now on. I didn’t take enough ammo to stretch it out, next trip for sure, might even get the Match Champion safe queen out. Again thanks for the inspiration.
I’ve had 3. 2.25 and the 3 all in 357. I’ve kept the 3 which I’ve come to use 38 plus. Shoots like a dream. It’s my ccw. I carry at least 1 speedloader in my pocket with another in my coat
3/5 at 50 yds. is decent shootin' in anybody's book! Thanks and keep 'em coming!
Thanks! I figured 40 would be as far as I could go with that little gun!
Damn, bro, you made my day....very real....keeping it real....no BS...just easy talking and outstanding shooting. It is what it is....giggles and grins
Thank you, I am glad to hear that you enjoyed the video!
I like your verbal portions better than the shooting part, so...thanks for continuing to make these videos. You're charming and have something to say that's worth listening to.
Thanks! I'm glad you enjoy the videos. That motivates me. I know I ramble a little bit sometimes but I try to stay focused on the task at hand.
I'll second Doug Mare's assertion, I do like the talking parts. You're a good shot so is Paul and Hickock. But really we learn more by hearing tidbits and advice, anecdotes than by just watching shooting. Haters be dammed.
my SP101 is in a 32 Magnum, built before the 327. I love it. Shoots 32 S+W, 32 S+W Long, and 32 H+R Magnum. All ammo is available.
A video so polished I could see my reflection.
Ha!
MY dad has the .357 version - remarkably accurate for a snubnose! I remember making shots with it as a kid that blew his mind....
Ruger knows how to make them accurate!
Buffalo i like your whole Vidio"s. You know why? Cause u tell it like it is. Down to earth. Keep up the informative and enjoyable videos. Merry Christmas
I'm only half way through the video and already I'm impressed! If we're ever walking along together and run into some Bad Guys, I'm just going to step aside and say to you, "Have at 'em, brother!"
damn good shooting
i have always been a big fan of ruger
One of my open carry' is an SP101 and it gets almost as much attenation as my S&W model 36. Both pistols are a classic design and will always have a following.
I use the Ruger as my BUG loaded with Remington HTP 110 grain SJHP .357 Magnum
love the sp101
Me too!
Thank you for being one of the few gun enthusiasts that count their rounds!
That’s some pretty impressive shooting
You are an excellent shot I have been shooting for 25 years and your one of the best that I've seen shooting that pistol that range .
“3/5 at 50 yards, that’s not bad guys” he says...(I’m thinking) mmm... I own one of these and by my count that’s GREAT shooting! 😂 Another box of ammo or two and you’ll be ready to take on Jerry!
Thanks! That's about the best compliment a shooter can get! ;) LOL...
I had to watch this one again after finally get my hands on one. I don't know yet if it will take the place of my Taurus 605 as my most often carried gun, but the weight and size certainly gives a sense of confidence when it's on the hip.
I really enjoyed your review and I thought you did great shooting on the steel targets at the 30 ,40, & 50 yards with a snub!
Thanks! I've only had that little revolver on loan for about a week. So I am happy with my shooting as well. Sometimes it takes a little longer to "get to know" a gun but this one was right on.
Fantastic video. Down home plain sense, thanks for sharing AND Fantastic shooting! I too have an SP101 3" barrel but beyond 35 yards I pretty much miss....the paper!
“Right hands”. You are the right hands LOL. Fine shooting
Nice first person camera view!! You really came a long way!!!! Thanks for your videos I learn a lot from them and good shootings!!
Amazing shooter. Wow.
Yep. Defensive revolver should be double action. I like your easy presentation and simple factual delivery. THAT is some good shootin' also. Nice looking gun. Thanks for your time to do this. I'm in the market for a smaller revolver. I have a S&W 686 4" that I love. This Ruger is now on my list of candidates.
Great video, great attitude.
Thanks! I appreciate the kind words!
Good memories, the first carry gun I bought my wife was the SP101
.357 magnum. She moved up to a semi auto a long time ago.
I think its people with less experience that want to skip to the shooting because its the closest thing for them to shooting but for me i like the talking parts better because watching how someone else shoots a gun doesnt really tell me anything.
I agree with this.
Cool.
I own an SP 101 in .22 LR. A truly great little pistol, too bad they aren't made any more.
Very fine weapon --- BUT --- I still like my old security six --- Does very well out to 100 yards -- Ruger is one of the best --
That old security six is nice
09/2019
I just purchased this firearm NIB Wiley Clapp model , and I have to say the trigger pull was really gritty and hard, it sounded like a 1970’s Clunker definitely wasn’t impressed but I purchased it anyway.
The guy at the gun store put a few drops of oil and it seemed like it smoothed out just a little bit.
At home I already had new trigger and hammer shims , and new Wilson Combat trigger and hammer springs, both #10’s , ( all parts where under $25 )so I got to work immediately.
After taking the gun apart I used 1500 sandpaper and gently smoothen out any rough edges without taking off any metal of course, and also used some stainless steel polish, as I was putting everything back I applied some oil with a Q-tip.
Now it feels much better and hopefully I can go to the range and I have no lite primer strikes .
I understand that after paying $716 for a firearm you shouldn’t have to work on it , but I do enjoy working on my firearms , and also I did choose it over the $1000 plus Kimber K6.
One last thing was your trigger the same way ?
Update: the Ruger had no lite hits on 38 or 357 I shot 50 rounds of each.
The sight where on target.
If I could do it again I’ll go with the Kimber K6
Your revolver mastery is just amazing. Really enjoyed your presentation. I sure love my SP101. Did a trigger job and put a Big Dot (little dot version) on my front sight. That makes it hit point of aim and point of impact with 357. Its a great sight picture and much better than the OEM sight. I tried all sorts of paint with the OEM sight and while it worked ok, I am much happier with the dot. Using my Lab Radar I am getting 530 foot pounds of energy from Buffalo Bore ammo. That dwarfs anything in the 9 mm +P offering by 200 foot pounds.
Thanks! I may do some trigger work on this one, I'm not sure yet. Thinking of bobbing the hammer as well. At the time of this video this revolver belonged to a friend but I've since bought it for myself.
I have the 357 w 2 1/4 barrel.
I added a hogue grip to mine which is a little longer and better padding - greatly improved handling.
With practice this can be done. A friend of mine and I regularly shoot pistols of different calibers at clay birds from 100 yards with great success. Lots of friendly fun competition and you’d be surprised at how good you can get, but it dose require practice.
Good shooting!
Thanks from NY.
Love your style honest and kind. 👍
Well thank you!
I had never heard of LAX ammo either, but I'm going to give them a try. Worth doing business with if they are willing to bolster your channel.
They just opened another one right down the street from me in Huntington. Their reloads are great. BTW for those that don't know the name comes from LAX airport in Commiefornia.
It was a one time thing but little gestures like that go a long way with a small channel like mine. The ammo seemed very accurate/consistent especially for remanned. They also sent me a couple of boxes of their new manufactured ammo which I haven't shot yet.
I just bought an SP101 .357 today. Your video is a masterpiece.
Never owned a Ruger. Had 3 S&W and had timing issues with both. If I was ever gonna buy another wheeler I would buy this gun....
3 = both?
@@mwilliamshs So you're to stupid to read past the error and to the point? I get that..
@@milwaukeegregg too*
Great shooting. I have the spurless model chambered in 357, and I love it. Great Cary gun as well.
A takeoff on Rugers older Security Six Pistol which I love to CC whenever I can etc.Ruger makes some Pistols better than the S&W company does etc.
Nice shooting. I have two SP101 revolvers, 38 Special and 9mm. I can't be as accurate as you are with them. Your video inspires me to put the work in.
Thanks for the kind words, glad you enjoyed the video!
Just watched your video for the Smith and Wesson m&p bodyguard. Comparing the two which would you say is the better gun for conceal and carry or everyday carry?
You will never have any idea how helpful this video was for me…thank you so much!!!
Sold my 357 sp, that recoil was worse then my 460 Smith and Wesson xvr
Shoot lighter loads!
I have the Ruger LCR 357. That little dude is like a stick of dynamite going off in your hand. But I love it. I love a strong recoiling gun. I'm looking to fill a gap in my collection with a 357 mag, maybe this one??
Bubbley Singh stop being a baby
Bubbley Singh my wife shoots the hell out of mine with full power 357.... And shoots it very well
What's recoil?
I changed my main spring to a 10 lb spring. My sp 101 in 357 came with factory 14 lb spring. It was simple & made the trigger a lot better....
Pretty good double action shootin’. You inspired me to get back down to the range and do a little revolver work.
LAX Ammo is just Freedom Munitions. That's Freedom's "sister site".
Thier ammo usually works, but the bullets tend move back and forth in the cases. When I bought their 9mm, I noticed it was very easy to push the bullet down into the case just by pinching it with my thumb.
It also has hard primers. So hard my Ruger Security 9 fails to set of the cartridges about 20% of the time. All my other pistols seemed to eat it up fine though.
Have to say that was some impressive shooting. Firing a revolver DA VS. SA is a whole new animal.
Thank you!
Mines a 4 inch 357 mag. Great for woods carry to. I load mine with 2 buffalo bore 180 grain cast and 1 cci shotshells and 2 125 grain critical defence. Last year I shot a nice 11 point buck with 1 shot with 125 grain buffalo bore jhp. Ran 10 ft and dropped. The heart looked like cherry pudding lol
It is refreshing to see a youtuber know how to correctly load a revolver.
My favorite little firearm. I carry the .357 and love it!
Thanks for sharing and great marksmanship!
Shooting 40 to 50 yards is just amazing to me, I'd be happy to hit the target at 7yards.Great video Buffalo and thank you.
Thanks! I appreciate the comment!
I'm SOLD on the SP101, most folks couldn't shoot that good single action! ~ I'm looking at the 9mm version.
Thank you! Like it all, talking & shooting. Your real.
Thank you for that, much appreciated!
Love my SP101, 21/4", 357 mag.
Awesome little revolvers!