Ruger Redhawk vs S&W Model 29
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- Опубліковано 17 лют 2014
- Shooting and comparing two of my classic .44 Magnum revolvers. It doesn't get any more fun than this!
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Sir, respectfully, yes
Yes, yes it is.
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I love how well Ruger has come so far in such a short period of time. An American gun company able to keep up in almost every genre of firearm, against companies that have been established for hundreds of years. Even surpassing some of the "big" names. I will always be a huge Ruger fan.
***** to each their own opinion but I have yet to have a bad experience. Only time ive had an issue was with bad ammo, got a case of federal 22LR where they were seated well and caused a few failed cycling. Other than that in any caliber I've been problem free as has the rest of my gun collecting family
***** I had a 10/22 worked fine with quality rounds. cheaper bulk ammo worked okay, but in general the rifle was great. My kp95 was flawless. gun never gave me any trouble. Both semi-auto, both great guns. Just my experience.
TheSpammons, I have a P89 that I’ve never had a problem with and have shot many rounds through it, never jammed, never failed to fire.
Man, I still think they are relevant I keep buying various different model and caliber Rugers. Bought and own as many as Glock! I keep going back to both
TheSpammons I bet you have never owned one, or even shot one. I have owned a dozen different Ruger semi-auto pistols and have never had a problem. They all shoot great and can honestly say that my P95 has never had a single failure to fire or eject with thousands of rounds. Quit listening to the Glock fanboys who are trying to justify spending too much on their guns.
I cant believe people complained about ruger being too beefy....madness. Especially when a lot of companies have cut back and cut corners. I prefer over engineering for maximum sturdiness than something that looks tough but as soon as you touch it the damn thing falls apart like jinga blocks.
John Grit I've always said if you want looks and refinement, get the Smith and Wesson. If you want strength, rugged, and will take all manners of use and abuse, get the Ruger. If you want both and won't break the bank, Magnum Research BFRs are the way to go. If money is no object, Freedom Arms and custom gunsmiths
The rifling in the ruger causes the barrel to loosen. The torque exerted on the barrel is in the direction of the thread loosening. Had it happen to me even though I almost never shot heavy factory loads, just my light handloads. Got to the point I could hand turn it about 15 degrees. Just noticed one day the front sight was no longer vertical.
Dominic Laurelli its true that forgings are stronger with less size than castings but the Redhawk frame was designed for 44 Magnum where as the S&W N frame was designed originally for 44 Special. The Redhawk was built to withstand higher pressures than the S&W N frame. No Ruger did not do this to endorse the use of +P loads like some think. They did it because they wanted to make it bulletproof. The locking is more superior as well.
Which way does the barrel rotate on both of them the same way or opposite like a colt?
ACH91332 it's noteworthy that you find "Ruger Only" loads in reloading manuals, but you won't find "S&W only" loads
That S&W is just beautiful.
The Redhawk is downright beautiful.
Chuck Norris lies sleepless at night knowing Hickok45 is still alive.
Lol, theres a movie to make money, chuck and hickok busting punks and kicking a$$
Chuck Norris sleeps just fine because Hickok45 and He are on the same side, they would both Kick A double S together
Chuck Norris doesn't sleep, he waits
He aims better than a cop
I dont care how badass chuck is, guns always beat martial arts
Just watched a video of a much younger guy shooting a 629 and the recoil from the gun twisted in his hand and almost hit himself in the forhead. This man right here man handles these 44 mags like he is shooting a 9mm.
Looks at Ruger .44mag, says wow, that's pretty.
Looks at S&W .44 mag, says go ahead, make my day.
S&W is made so weakly I'd NEVER OWN ONE IN MAGNUM LOADS THEY CAN NOT COME NEAR A RUGER....RUGER IS LIKE SUPERMAN NEXT TO S&W BEING BATMAN.
@@peterbartolomeo9574 they'll shoot any commonly availible 44mag till your wrist is worn out. The stuff the ruger will handle that the S&W won't is loaded beyond SAAMI specs
Nice revolvers. I just purchased a used Ruger Blackhawk .357 magnum made in 1980 for $400. It's in great shape and was seldom used if ever. Very happy to have it
My dad said, a million years ago, " If you want to carry it on your hip, under the seat of the truck, and pound in the occasional nail, get a Ruger."
Good euphermism
I bought a used one few years ago that looked like your pops may have owned.
Still feels, functions like a brand new gun.
I bought my Redhawk new 40 years ago and I love it.
I love my redhawk. With the weight of it there is almost no felt recoil meaning I can stay on target easier or change targets quicker. Its a very balanced firearm as well. The heavier frame allows me to run even hotter loads without fear of damaging the firearm. When you shoot in single action it has a nice light trigger pull with no take up and a quick clean break. You can also mount a scope on it to easily reach out to 100+ yards without problem. Its just a very well built, dependable firearm. I typically carry it while I'm out in the combine and tractors when its planting or harvesting seasons. I also carry it while I'm out on the 4 wheeler or side by side checking cattle. I've used it to kill coyote, fox, skunk and even a badger once. Its a handy little piece to have the only issue is to conceal carry you need a quality shoulder holster and coat or suit jacket. But when you carry like that expect the Dirty Harry quotes and jokes if your friends see it. Plus a shoulder holster can feel a little awkward until you get used to it. I typically carry either my Canik TP9SFX or my Springfield XDM 3.8 both in 9mm.
Hickok45 just invented RetroUnboxing ;)
Yep, my great uncle Claude McDuffie taught me to shoot a revolver when I was 9 years old. He was in his 70s at the time, and the gun had belonged to his uncle or cousin or something that had been a sheriff somewhere in western Texas. It was a .41 Colt caliber, and it sure looked like one of your S&W in this video.
He stuck a stick about 1-1/2" wide in the ground and paced off about 6 or 8 steps. Did I mention he was about 6' 4" tall? He instructed me how to hold the gun and line up my target in the sights, and I dutifly squeezed the trigger. Of course the recoil knocked me off my feet and squarely on my ass. I came up sputtering and cussing, and he was laughing so hard he almost wet himself. He couldn't talk for several minutes, as he was laughing uncontrollably, so he just pointed at the stick. It was blown in half. Of course I couldn't have hit it again to save my life, because I'd almost certainly have flinched. But that was my introduction to handguns exactly 60 years ago, give or take a few months. In the ensuring years I carried a .45 ACP Model 1911 for a number of years, and no gun ever fit my hand so well or shot so well.
I still am fond of S&W revolvers, and my favorite is a Model 28 with a 6-ish inch barrel. It's the same frame as that 29 in the video, but in .357 magnum. The 28 is the "Highway Patrolman", or the no frills "working man's version" of the Model 27. I put a flatter profile rubber grip (don't recall the brand) on it that fits my stubby fingered hand, and it feels great in my hand. Love that gun. It was my "field gun" when I ventured off the beaten path. First chamber was .38 Special snake/rat shot, then five semi-jacketed soft point .357 mags. Like that versatility.
My "other" .357 is a Ruger Police Service Six with a (slightly less than) 3" barrel. It's my "pocket pistol".
I don't have any .44 magnums. I do still have a stimulus VISA card thanks to Uncle Sugar. My wife would probably kill me, but I might die happy, so a .44 is definitely something to think about.
Great channel. Always enjoy your videos. Michael from Texas
Got to admit, this guy is a pretty damn good shot.
Dude, open sites at 60 yards with a 44mag, consistantly. Impressive.
I would pay money to watch a TV series about Hickok45 in the 1970s. Bigger moustache, funk music, S&W Model 29, it would be awesome... and probably a bit like McCloud. I would pay money to see that.
That'd be amazing,we should kickstart that like right now
Lmfao funk music got me des
Hickok45 is a man, he wouldn't be caught dead wearing those
red Magnum P. I. shorts!
This was a tough choice, but I ended up getting the Ruger Redhawk. I like the Smith trigger just a tiny bit more, but I really felt the build quality of the Ruger for a slightly lower price was what won me over, not that the Smith is bad quality, but the Ruger feels really well made and tough as nails. I also like the push-button cylinder release on the Ruger, and that awesome stainless finish!
The Ruger is not better quality in any way!!! Yes it's stronger, but the Smith is still plenty strong and much more refined. So overbuilt or svelte!!!
That being said the Ruger isn't lower quality either.
I like the Ruger revolvers, better trigger design for easier field stripping imho. S&W presentation box should be mandatory for all revolvers.
I love Smiths but I almost always prefer Rugers.
The only channel on UA-cam that is not clickbait. I have both of these pistoles . My Ruger is a Super Redhawk . I love them both. Mr. Hickcock is a great shot with anything he shoots.
I like the semi automatics but I just like the feel and sound of the revolver. It’s easy to clean. I don’t have to tear it apart.
I love your videos. I watch them every time I become interested in a firearm and 9 times out of 10 you'll have a very informative video where you tell your pet peeves and favorite parts about the gun in question. I have been a fan for five years and I don't see that stopping any time soon.
RUgers are built like an artillery piece.
5 years ago or so I watched this video for the first time. Now I’m revisiting as I’m on the cusp of buying one or the other. (For now).
You did this review of these iconic wheel-guns very well. Thank you for both entertaining and educating.
He hit the gong every time with those revolvers. I..would not..mess..with that man.. He is not going to miss
First of all, I should explain that I'm using my sons account, as I don't have one. I'm kind of a tech Neanderthal.
Now then, as far as the Smith and Wesson is concerned, I know nothing about them. Never shot one.
HOWEVER, I can tell you that the RedHawk is a sweet shooter, for sure. Don't know much about how reliable it is, but man.....it's easy to shoot.
Back in 1980, when I was 12, my mothers boyfriend bought one. He took me out to the farm to shoot. It was my first time shooting a handgun. I was a scrawny, inexperienced 12 year old boy, and I was able to shoot it with EASE. Didn't fly out of my hand (it had strong recoil, but it was a soft kind of recoil, like being hit with a feather pillow) and I was able to put every shot inside the 8 ring from 15 yards. I know that's not great, but for a 12 year old punk kid, well, it should tell you something about how nice it is. Another great video, btw. Keep it up!
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I own numerous Smiths and Rugers. You hands down can not beat the triggers on the S&W's. Best triggers in the business.
1960 herters 44 is the best trigger I've seen, but Smith's are very nice too.
Yeah if it doesn't go out of time and alignment, cylinder stop and timing hand are notorious for wearing out. S&W quality control staff always in denial and being non responsive. NAH! I'd go Ruger all the way. Even the Taurus these days beats out S&W in price and durability.
The ruger Redhawk is the best. A true work of art
I once saw hickock 45 miss twice in 1 video. I shit you not... Lol. Love this guy for his ability,knowledge and fair reviews
I would be proud to own either one. Given a choice, I would go with the S&W.
Thank you for all of your informative videos.
Hickok, I know it is redundant, but I just have to state the obvious: You are one hell of a fine shot, sir. A pleasure to watch you work.
Give your phone number please
@@prakashbaliya2550 bruh
The camera makes the targets look far away
I cannot get enough of Hickok45's videos, informative and entertaining. His revolver vids have inspired me to get a classic, once I have the means.
Mr. Hickok 45, I always enjoy your reviews. Your reviews have helped me quite a bit in some of my purchases. I look forward to seeing more of your reviews for years to come hopefully.
Bought my first model 29 today! Your reviews have helped me greatly in my decision. Too rainy here in Kentucky to try it out today lol. Thanks for the good video.
I've always loved the feel of a S&W revolver in my hand. It was the first handgun I held and 42 years later still makes me giddy. I've not held a factory new one made since the 80s but I may go to a gun store and see if the new ones feel the same.
Keep the reviews on the revolers coming Almost everyone loves these types of pistols and so much education on your channel about these handguns
Hey Hickok, I just wanted to say that your videos are generally enjoyable, fun to watch actually pretty informative. Also, one thing that you forgot to mention was the fact that the Redhawk has a longer cylinder, which aids in its ability to shoot longer, heavier bullets without affecting the powder charge.
Keep up the awesome videos!
love the "I don't remember where to hold" *BOOM *DING lol
Sounds like a great idea for a t-shirt.
Always impressed with the handgun shots on the gong. Beautiful revolvers.
Again. thank you for providing me with enjoyment, your knowledge and the rare pleasure of viewing a "Gentleman" in action. So much good information in such a small period of time.
Your videos are friendly, self-effacing and highly informative. Thanks, I really enjoy them.
The .44 magnum is a man's cartridge. I would know!
Not a very manly comment, you've become soft :(.
Go ahead...make my day...
Wait, what? O your names Harry...
No.. 500 magnum is a mans's cartridge. I would know
50 BMG. ;) but for us brits i guess it's only 300 magnum we can use. damn laws.
I'm an "old-time" fan, I prefer the S&W.
Hickock 45. These are two beautiful classics that have sustained their value in history. I give you and your brother in law credit for the maintenance of these guns.
This guy is such a great shot: doesn't matter whether it's a .22 rimfire or .25 ACP pocket pistol, or a .500 Smith & Wesson mega-revolver: he can hit just about anything he aims at with anything he's shooting. And he appears to be blessed with very steady hands. Again: great video and impressive shooting ability.
I missed out on two occasions to pick up a Redhawk for $200, the first one was in 1995 and the second one was about 2 years later. :( There won't be a third time! Nice video.
I have always been fascinated with revolvers. Especially .44 types
Another great video that takes me back decades. I bought my S&W 29 in 1974 too but it has the 6 1/2 inch barrel. When the S&W 629 came along I bought one of those in 1979. Both are well made handguns. I was at a gun show about 4 years ago and saw a stainless Redhawk in .44 mag with the 7 1/2 inch barrel , no box, and a $300 price tag in excellent to like new condition. I did a double take on the gun and the price but did not snap it up and I have been kicking myself every since then. Both are great guns but the Smith is smoother while the Ruger is stronger for the same reasons that you mentioned.
Ein super gutes Video. Du hast mir die gute Laune zurück gegeben. Danke so much. Keep care 👍
Why must I be poor cause that Ruger looks fantastic
Tadicuslegion78 it was only back in 2011 you could get one for $450.
$450? Yeah, used maybe.
He must thinking of a "used" black hawk lmao
Used market.
@@wyvern4588 did u watch the beginning? He bought the 29 in 74' and the Ruger box is from the 80's🤑🤑
That S&W model 10 looks like the firearm in the Superman into. My hat off to the camera person, not like some channels where there's interruptions and the shooter losing their thoughts of concentration. Best go to guy on the tube. Great info! Thx :)
I really enjoyed this and your many firearm videos. I find them informative and entertaining too. Hickock45 tells it like it is!
There's no way you coulda guessed you would get famous target shooting in your back yard after work lol. You are a genuine man. Love the videos. Keep em Rollin.
Outstanding pistolero! Joy to watch! I only hope to be as good a shot. with my SRH 9.5
This is a wonderful video also. Thank you so much for this posting.
The key word is, "hope."
"i haven't fired this gun alot just about 75,000 times"
That seems like a hell of a lot to me.
Your pistol and revolver shooting is fantastic Hickock 45! I enjoy watching your gun videos.
Thanks hickok45 love what you do! I have both , a older 29 and 2 super Blackhawk's love them all.
These are my favorite two .44 mag revolvers. I'm not a fanboy for any brand and I can honestly say that I cannot decide which is better. Out of the box the Smith is smoother shooting. But after the Ruger breaks in and is given a little loving slicking up in the right places, it isn't bad at all. Both revolvers are 1st class and shoot better than the person pulling the trigger in most cases.
I want me an S&W Model 29! Such a badass gun!
Thanks again, I'm off to try the Ruger RedHawk tomorrow. Your shows are so very helpful...
That's one revolver i've always wanted; a Ruger Redhawk with the 8-shot cylinder and the 5.5 inch barrel, just marvelous!
Love the references and deadpan humor.
It's the mustache!
Hah, Death likes /dead/pan humor. XP
Austin Faust Oh, you're just *tomb* much. Really though, puns make me *sickle*
thinking someone was using his own reloads! those are two great guns! I am jealous!
Great video as always, you seem to be a very genuine guy.. I respect that
I've been thinking about getting a Redhawk for a while now, this video has convinced me to do it.
I think its funny how much larger the paperwork is with the newer pistol. "WARNING: Don't point firearm at your face". :-)
Pretty sad, and what’s worse is that Ruger feels compelled to reprint half that safety manual on the damn barrel.
At 7:18... you can see the bullet flying!!! So awesome!!
My ruger red hawk 44 mag is blued and I traded some satellite dish work back when Illinois first started their handgun deer season several years ago. Love it
Wow Hickok how timely this video is. I just picked up a Ruger revolver this past Friday. It is my first 22. A Single Six Convertible that is stainless and shoots both magnum and long rifle rounds. Glad to see you did this video.
I was in my early 20's when the Dirty Harry movie came out, you are so right about the long wait back order but as you may remember could be had then if you were willing to pay double for it. I bought a Model 28 (357) and had it converted to .44 special and made hot loads was my answer. Wonderful target set up you created, pretty good shot too.
I have a 357 mag Redhawk and Love it!
Of course he’s read Battle Cry. “This is my rifle, this is my gun......”. You are the best shot AND educated!
I had a .41 Magnum Redhawk, 7 1/2 inch barrel. It was a beautiful, hefty piece. Shot accurately, and was fairly easy to shoot many rounds in one range visit. The factory wood handles are lovely, and are better for my hands than any aftermarket grips I tried. I wish I still had that thing.
cant go wrong with that redhawk that thing is nasty :P
I love your videos man! you have a lot of knowledge about guns. Your smart, good with gun safely and a hell of a good shot! Wish I had half of the beautiful arsenal of guns. Good video man :)
Thanks, but you really don't have to have a truckload of guns. Easy for ME to say, right? Seriously, if you have four or five of your favorites (good shotgun, handgun, .22 Rimfire, centerfire rifle, etc.), life can be really good!
hickok45 Like yourself, I have a love for revolvers and their rich history. Smith revolvers are a great example of revolver history and if you have a Smith revolver, then you have one of the best pieces of Americana. I recently just bought a new from the factory Redhawk with the 7.5 inch barrel in 44. I was undecided between the Smith 69 combat magnum and the Ruger. I really wanted the Smith because it was a smaller gun being an L frame and in 44 to boot, I had intended on carrying it. But at the same time, I wanted the Ruger because of it's beefed up design and the longer barrel. As much as I intend on shooting it, I figured the Ruger would have been a better option in the long run because of the lengthy cylinder as I load long heavy 44's. Couldn't have went wrong with the Smith though. The only down side about the new Smith's, is the key lock. I guess it's here to stay though. Not that it would impede the function of the gun, it just bothered me. Lol. If I got rid of my Glock's, and my Ruger Mark III's, and all of my other guns and just kept my wheelguns, life would still be GOOD for me. There's just something about revolvers, and I think you feel the same way. Another great review Hickok
please dont cus
Lorie Clark What did he say? "Hell"? Sheesh, you must be a classic buzzkill...
He is a great example of good, honest gun owners.
That's right uncle Chuck not happy! Thanks for great videos Hickok 45 !
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I know what you're thinking...Did he fire six shots or only five? Well, to tell you the truth, in all this excitement, I've kinda lost track myself. But being as this is a .44 Magnum, the most powerful handgun in the world, and would blow your head clean off, you gotta ask yourself one question:
Do I feel lucky? Well, Do ya punk?
Fellin lucky punk dirty Harry
that's a nice line! I wonder why they never put this in a movie script. LOL. I guess the only man who never quoted this line (it was from a Fred Astaire movie, wasn't it?) is the Pope, and I'm not even sure he didn't.
"Go ahead....make my day!"
I gots to know!
THe Shoot - click - 😊
$395.00 REALLY? you must be pulling my leg!
id order two right now if they were that price here. Even at 395€.
yeah. i payed around 800 euros for a 357 mag here. :(
He said it was bought in the 80s.
That's what I was thinking too lol. This model is $819 at my local shop
you can get a taurus 65 for about $400 off cheaper than dirt's website but it's a 357 mag
I don't have to go to the range. hickok45 is so fun to watch. I am so relaxed watching this.
I just purchased a redhawk Ruger 44 mag with scope to replace the ruger redhawk 41 mag back in 1983 that I had to sell back in 83 love your videos been watching for years
Let no one say Hickok doesn't take care of his guns, both of those wheel guns look brand spanking new. Ballistol!
Have another look.. The 29 has a ring engraved into it. Look at the cylinder latch..75,000 Rounds= Not new. But did still look good
Love that Ruger!
Me three !
Me fourskin!
Me five.
Skin?
Comedon
A detective in San Fran… you wouldn’t recognize the place now. Thanks for serving the community and your experiences.
Love all your videos, I have been watching since you started making them, thank you Sir!
I have also been waiting patiently for a video on a 6 inch S&W 686 .357, so hopefully I will not be going to my grave still waiting for that, from the King of Guns!
For some off reason, I was expecting him to duel wield them.
Chris Monarch dual?
@Alex Eidenier He was pointing out a mispelling. He wrote duel wield but its called dual wielding.
Well, i think im in love with that Ruger.
Really enjoy your videos! Just down to earth fun with no ego!!!
Watching your videos is so relaxing to me. When I was a kid my dad used to watch Bill Dance and his fishing show, but you're my Bill Dance. I can just watch you and listen to you chat about guns all day long.
Another key to look at is the extra metal on the Ruger. Note there is more metal between chambers, thicker backstrap and forcing cone area. That's why the Ruger takes the "+P" rounds even in magnum cartridges, depending on the model.
Its because of casting and not forging. Casting needs more metal than forging for the same strength.
Wood and Metal gotta love it!!
Awesome, love the comparison videos !!
Man has a great sense of humor. The kinda of person you want in any party. Knows a lot of many different things not just guns I bet.
The 44 Magnum is also my favorite.
awesome classy guns ! love 'em
Just acquired a Ruger Super Redhawk Alaskan in .454 Casull Magnum. Talk about being "Overly Beefy"! I love it!
Mister Hichcok thanks for all these videos ❤️❤️❤️
Love this guy!
Love your channel. Would love to see more on X frames. Preferably the 460 since you have done the 500 already.
Hickok45 - your videos are a tone of fun. Thanks.
One of my favorite lines of revolvers. Love the Redhawk, and the Super Redhawk series'.