I've always loved revolvers, my 62 year collection of revolvers is..well..substantial! However, the playing field has certainly changed, we are now faced with opponents armed with hi-cap semi-autos and substantial amounts of ammunition, when you combine that with potentially multiple opponents...I now feel very underarmed carrying my snubs. In the one-on-one robberies, parking lot encounters, etc, the revolver will stop the threat, but now I can't bring myself not to be armed with my usual Glock 19 or 23. The rule of well placed shots hasn't changed, and never will, but I must be as well armed as any opponent(s) I may encounter..
@@callaseter4811 I don't CARRY a 1911 anymore, but my nightstand gun is a 1911 with compensator, 1500 lumens on the rail, and a pair of Wilson 10-round magazines for 21 rounds of HST 230s. Backing that up is an R-870 with 7 rounds of 00-Buckshot.
I have carried a glock for 20 years or more.. now that Iam in my 50's and realizing/experiencing the effects of "old age" (dexterity, reflex, mortality, etc) a revolver is a win win nowadays.
I love all 3 of my revolvers. I keep the taurus tracker 4inch 357 at the bedside. Have the taurus ultralite 38spl ultralite and the taurus polymer 357 in coyote brown . Allb3 function great and shoot awesome.
@c.r.rg9529 my first self-defense pistol was a 38 special Taurus 85, love it, I have a titanium 450 now, and 380, a millennium G2 9 mm Taurus as well, I love Taurus gun the revolvers rock haha
@@NightwoodGunsDefinitely one of my most-wanted old Smiths to add to the collection. The forcing cone issues on the old K-frames (especially the pinned-barrel years) give me a feng-shui wedgie, but if you stick with 158 grain and heavier .357's they'll hold up fine. Great video, gorgeous piece 😁
If only high-capacity semi-autos are as reliable as revolvers, then revolvers would've been completely forgotten. Fact of the matter is semi-autos are still prone to jamming, feeding issues,.......... Many of them are "picky" about the brand of ammo that can be fed into them not to mention that recoil and buffer springs wear out overtime. None of these issues are present in a revolver. The only disadvantage to a revolver is less ammo capacity. With lots of practice though, one can be as quick in reloading a wheelgun as in replacing an empty magazine with a loaded one in a semi-auto.
When you know that you only have 5 or 6 rounds with a very slow reload you practice accuracy over mag dump . An old book " No second place winner " by Bill Jordan is an excellent read on gun fighting and practical use of a revolver .
But what if you practice accuracy AND mag dump with a high-cap wonder-pistol? 🤔 I love that book, by they way. The whole reason we were blessed with K-frame magnums was because of Bill Jordan 👍
@@NightwoodGuns So start watching officer involved shootings videos and tell me that people that mag dump are accurate . Officer mag dumps suspect, suspect hit once or suspect shot numerous times and is only wounded . Sadly the semi auto with high cap mags have led to mag dumps rather than accurate fire in real life shootings . I was fortunate to have met Bill Jordan and saw one of his exhibition shooting events when I was a kid . One of the things I have always kept with me was he used to say the quickest reload is a 2nd gun and he carried a bobbed hammer S&W 5 shot revolver in his back pocket that he had leather lined . And I carried a S&W model 36 and then a model 60 to a model 640 or 642 in an ankle rig both on & off duty and still do to this day .
@@joejohnson4183 I hear what you are saying. But I’m not talking about officers with an 80% miss-rate who have to qualify once a year with their pistol. If someone applies the same fundamentals with a semi-auto as with a revolver, you could perform an accurate Bill-drill on a threat and have 12 rounds left in the mag for his buddies. No reload or gun-change required. Regardless, it is my belief that a wheelgun will get you out of most situations with ease. That’s so cool that you were able to meet Bill Jordan! He was an absolute legend. Thank you for sharing that story and for passing along his wisdom 👍
@@NightwoodGuns If a person is mag dumping then they are not concerned about being responsible for every round that leaves their gun or the lawyer attached to every bullet. But the defensive gun owner is concerned about it. Criminals could care less about the law. We had better be accurate regardless of capacity. Capacity should never be used as an excuse for poor marksmanship.
you’re missing the point my guy. It only makes sense that if you can maintain both accuracy and the ability to pull the trigger as fast as possible, that’s a dual threat. Why wouldn’t you want to train to the point where you can be fast and accurate? You are stating all or nothing statements. Saying that “a person mag dumping is not concerned with being responsible” is not a true statement. Brett alone is evidence enough of that (many others too like Garand Thumb, Lucas Botkin, any professional competition shooter). Also a “defensive gun owner is concerned about [being responsible for every round]” is an all or nothing statement. There are plenty of police reports and videos online that show that there are plenty of gun owners who had every intention of using their firearms defensively and ended up hurting unintended targets, police included. Just take a look through Active Self Protections channel. Ultimately I feel like we care about the same thing which is training and that’s great. But also with training you can be both accurate and fast. That’s the goal. To be only good at one thing whether it be all accuracy with no speed, and all speed with no accuracy, will result in a bad day for you. You’ll either be dead or someone your protecting end up dead because you weren’t fast enough, or you’ll end up hurting unintended targets or dead yourself cause you missed your intended target.
As an old guy who's shot revolvers for more than 40 years and who currently owns many many of them (as well as many semi-autos), I'd like to say that this video is extremely well-done! New sub, well-earned.
@@Zona-dw9rp My favorite is probably my pre-lock 686-4. Also love my '93 vintage blued Python. Have one of the newer CZ-produced Dan Wesson 715 Pistol Packs as well, which is a terrific .357!
I was a LEO for 38 years and carried a myriad of sidearms (issued & in the old days, purchased by me). My 1st duty gun was a 4" S&W Model 19 and I always found it to be up to any challenge. I've carried MANY issued auto pistols over the years as was the "flavor of the day" in 9mm, 40 S&W as well as 45 ACP. As a retiree that works part time in a gun shop, my EDC is a .... wait for it..... a 3" S&W Model 13 in .357mag w/ 125 gr JHPs. The gun is from 1981 and is the perfect balance of size (concealment & comfort) and effectiveness. VERY nice Model 66 BTW!!!!
69 years young here and a revolver lover. I shoot them often and am good with my guns. When carrying I have a sp101 on my hip and a lcr 38 in my front pocket. Also have a speed strip to reload either gun. This works for me.
Def a time and place for a revolver. Simple and timeless. I carry a LCR in 22lr all the time. Some folks make fun or hate the caliber but it’s none of their business. I’ll eventually love to add a J frame and a Kimber wheel gun soon. Thanks again, Brett. Love the content.
Glad you enjoyed the vid! You won’t get any hate from me for carrying a 22lr. I would still do everything in my power to not get shot by that. 😂 J-frame or a Kimber would definitely be a cool addition! 👍
My first gun was a 22lr. Taurus TX-22 and I also have the Taurus 942 8-shot revolver. My EDC is a S&W M36 (no dash) but I alternate with my Walther PDP-Female series if I'm traveling. I loved my TX-22. Shot over 5k rounds through that thing and never had any issues unless I shot CPI Quiet. Absolutely flawless.
I carried and used a model 66 combat magnum while operating in Nicaragua. Let’s just say it did its job without any worries. Revolvers are used by people who need everything to work without a hitch. Good vid.
I switched over from simi autos to revolvers a few years ago. I was an LEO trained on glocks and told that I needed minimum 45 rounds on me at all times. After leaving I came to the realization that I live in a relatively safe area, getting into a self defense situation is extremely unlikely and getting into an actual gun fight is exponentially less likely then I’m going to at least carry in style.
@@NightwoodGuns great presentation. It’s refreshing to watch a gun channel these days that isn’t doing ridiculous things just to get attention. Much success to you👍
Still today revolvers are very respected or fear specially on the streets. No criminal wants to gets shoots with .357 mag, they know is an instant one way ticket. Should be anyone first gun. Great video.
Ok... I watched this to the end. Your enthusiasm kept me until I realized you knew a thing or two. So, I gave it a like as well and subscribed. Having been a firearms enthusiast my entire life, at the age of 67 I don't often encounter much "new" stuff. But, when I watch a video by a young man as yourself and don't disagree with a single thing...that says something. You got the passion, youngster and you've obviously done your homework. Good job! Oh and BTW there are many times I want to throw on my 686 just because I love it so much, but alas... she just doesn't have the capacity for todays world.
Great Vid , I carry my 66 daily in my Rual community that being said if I have to go into Tampa or Orlando I’ll go to my G17 because I don’t hesitate to share the love of freedom .
Excellent vid, as always! I regularly carry a 3" GP-100 and aside from two Safariland speedloaders in split pouches, I also carry an 8-round speed strip in my front pocket and a 2x2x2 pouch on my strong side just behind the gun, for administrative reloads that are faster than with the speed strip.
@@danielloorbach5640, thats only 26 rounds of spare ammo, so 32 total. A Glock 17 with a spare mag is 35. Nobody who has ever been in a gunfight ever wished for a smaller gun or less ammo.
Great video. I love me GP100 6”. It is really easy to shoot accurately. I got it when I lived in California and almost every firearm was illegal. It’s a great gun which I only shoot with 357 magnum. The recoil oils positively pleasant. I have moved to America since then and now I carry a semiautomatic pistol pretty much all the time.
Keep in mind newest production of the 66 have a full forcing cone and a steady diet of magnum load isn't going to affect it like the older model k-frames. Redesign of the crane lock up has made this possible. Also great video. Regularly carry a J or K frame and for hunting carry a L and of course several N frames around the house for night time antics. Keep the great videos coming.
While Smith’s recent revolver quality control has been pretty poor, they get full credit for the Model 66 redesign 👍 I just wish it looked as good as the originals 😂 I’m glad you enjoyed the vid! Sounds like you have a wheelgun for every occasion!
@@NightwoodGuns yep first handgun to ever shoot was a Ruger Blackhawk and it kicked in my safe now. Top of the collection is a 586 from the 80s in nickel!
@@NightwoodGuns S&W did redesign the gas ring again on the newer models to accommodate that full forcing cone, and I've noticed the new production K-frames tend to get more sluggish in cylinder rotation more quickly as a result.
Good video with sound logic. Your handgun technique is excellent 👍. The only reason I own and sometimes carry an enclosed hammer revolver is because I occasionally want the ability to fire from concealment inside my coat pocket. Not having to draw and present, and revealing myself as a threat, can give me a distinct advantage in certain situations.
Sir, I have found that a S&W Airweight model 38 J frame is handy as the hammer is shrouded on each side, but you can still thumb-cock the hammer for longer range shooting. Mine is pretty accurate. There are videos out there with shooters hitting water bottles at 100 yards with a snubbie. I figure that if I have that much distance from my attacker, I can probably hobble screaming back to the car! Stay strong. --Old Guy
Damn dude good catch on the no dash. I picked up a 66-2 4 inch a while back and its a great gun. Smith and wesson triggers from back in the day are so nice. Edit: my usual carry is a 640-1 which has the 3 dot tritium sights and cut for moon clips. It really is the ultimate j frame. I started reloading 38/357 due to my love for wheelies
I still have my 66 identical to yours. I have a matching 19 and 2 4 inch 19s. I carried my 66 in the early 80s. I loaned it to a buddy who was a Dallas Police Officer. He returned it about a year later with a smoothed polished trigger, an action job courtesy of the Dallas Police Armory. He also gave me the Bianchi Shadow holster and the S&W Goncalo Alvez Combat finger groove coco bolo grips. I carried it in plain clothes and off duty. I inherited the matching 19 and a 3.5 in S&W 27 when a buddy passed away. The guns were his grandfather's duty weapons. His grandmother was a deputy and later the sheriff of a county in the Texas panhandle. Treasured firearms ❤💙
I carry a few revolvers: S&W 642, 2.5” S&W 686+, 4” S&W 686+, and a 4.25” Colt Python. The sticky cartridge issue is only a problem with brass cased ammo, and after getting the chambers dirty. That’s not likely to be a problem in an actual self defense situation. I carry the 642 in my pants/jacket pocket, and my hand can be on it without anyone noticing. If 5 armed guys jump out of a van, it’s just not going to be a good day for you. Avoid the shady Stop n Rob places at night, and your chances of not getting into a jam drop significantly. Most importantly in those situations, seek cover immediately. Good Video! 👍👍👍
I subscribed just cuz of your presentation. Very clear and concise and informative especially for someone who didn't grow up in the revolver era like I did. It's kids like you that gives us old timers hope for the future. So keep up the good work kiddo. You're a credit to the gun community. Don't change a thing.
If the cylinder of your revolver is grabbed by your opponent, you pull the trigger as hard as possible and twist the gun in the appropriate Direction ( opposite the direction of cylinder rotation) On your Smith & Wesson you would rotate it clockwise while pulling the trigger Done with authority, this will allow the cylinder to rotate, and the gun to fire,, and the powder escaping the cylinder Gap will burn the hand of the person trying to hold the cylinder as a bonus IfI remember correctly I got that technique from the writings of Claude Werner, although it could have been Chuck Haggard One thing's for sure, if you run revolvers a lot, triggers on striker guns are just easy mode
@nightwoodguns I really hope I never have to do it either I do probably 99% of My Revolver shooting DA, as I often find myself carrying concealed hammer snubs
This is hands down one of the best revolver videos I’ve ever seen on UA-cam. Fantastic job! Oh and you run that model 66 like a champ. 👍🏻 Keep up the great content.
The timing of this video is hilarious cause I just bought me a 4inch no dash model 66 just a few weeks ago. First handgun I've ever purchased and I am proud to own it. I also found out that my grandpa use to have the same model years ago when they first came out, so his was probably an original as well, sadly he let it go. Thank you for the info.
Excellent, well rounded video showing all the pros and cons of revolvers. I carry the same gun you have, and I love it. I don't go places I shouldn't. I am home at night no later than 10pm. I am not a freelance cop. Therefore, the defensive revolver is perfect for my situation and threat level. Thanks for the gun smith tip. He looks very reasonable.
I am 65. I love revolvers. I love single and double action. I have one particular Ruger Super Blackhawk 44 mag with 7.5" inch that is a tack driver. I run specials almost exclusively through it. It tames all recoil down to almost none. At 50yds, 3" groups can be had in slow fire. I always walk around the yard and in the house with a Smith 637 j-frame Airweight. (yes, I house carry). My wife keeps a Smith Model 19-5 4" by her side of the bed. My most favorite revolver is a Ruger Security Six 4". I used to carry that gun for a few decades. I now carry a G19. We live in south Texas on a ranch. With the border invasion in full swing, revolvers have taken a backseat to high-capacity semiautos, both ARs and handguns. The illegals coming onto the ranch are not like of days of old. They are dangerous. They try to hot wire vehicles, steal things, and have committed a ton of other crimes against residents down here. In another time, revolvers were fine for protection. They still are, as long as you have enough rounds. I still carry that j-frame in a pocket holster as a backup.
It sounds like we have a similar taste in firearms and the same philosophies. I’m in AZ and I’m all too familiar with the border crisis, unfortunately. Stay safe, my friend.
Joe Biden must be voted out. He reversed everything Trump did at the border. He made it clear he'd do it during one of his debates with Trump back in 2020. Did you feel safer down there when Trump was running things?
@@MitchC357 My 640 is stoked with 158 gr. soft lead semi wad cutter HP's loaded to +p from Buffalo Bore. Considered "old school" by many but will still work in a pinch if I manage to do my part. No, this load is NOT a flame thrower out of a snub nose barrel, nor will it decimate what's left of my hearing but again, it'll likely make the perp scratch just a little!
It's cool to see the younger guys bringing back wheel guns. I'm an old head, 57, my first gun was a SW686. I'm carrying J-frames now, all "air weights", they're a joy to carry. Shooting mags too much for me now, but it's there if I need it.
I’m 68 years old and retired. I’ve owned my 66 S&W probably since before you were born. I bought my 66 in 1975 ! So if you were born before that then you are younger than you look! I bought mine from a retired Philadelphia police officer who was a friend of my father! I still have it and it’s a ccw in the winter!
I always had a interest in history and guns, but I never shot a real gun until I was 15. First gun I ever fired was a 6" S&W 686 and it pretty much ignited my love of guns, and revolvers. The first revolver I bought for myself is a blued 4" S&W 19-3 that has one of the slickest actions on a wheel gun I've ever felt. No idea if the previous owner ever did work on it but it is ridiculously smooth. From there I bought a 6.5" blued 29-3, a 3" 686+, a M&P 340, a 5" 629, a heavy barreled 10-8, a 4" 586, and most recently a 638. Now that I have a good chunk of S&Ws I got my eyes on some Colts.
My daily carry is a Smith & Wesson model 36 circa 1984. AK chief special. Ammo of choice is underwood 125 flat nose full metal jacket. Standard pressure.
Now you did it! Just went and got mine out. It is a m19-4 and I noted it is pinned and recessed. Good! Got it new in the late 70's. Carried it off-duty for a few years and my wife carried it as her first CCW. A while later, my son asked to borrow it and I gave it to him in the early 80s. I forgot about it until one day I thought about it a month ago. Called my son and, to my amazement, he said he still had it and would bring it back to me. After all those decades it is almost perfect showing only the slightest bit of wear. I agree with you about how amazing this gun is and I am lucky to have it back! PS: Just went down and found my original rubber grips that you showed and I am going to put them back on. Thanks for reminding me I still had them!!!!
My 1sr wheel gun was a stainless steel Ruger. I carried it for several years till .... 2nd wife. Luved it and put several 10 of 1000's rnds down range in competition. Never could get behind a S&W.
I got the “modern” 66, 4-1/4” although it’s a great shooter, I can’t get past the hillary hole. Forgot to add that I did send it back to SW for a trigger job and fiber optic sight. After 6 months of waiting, they sent it back WITHOUT THE FIBER OPTIC SIGHT! I had to contact them and send it back for an “expedited” turn around of 3 weeks……
Glad to see even through different generations the revolver still finds a spot for those who handle it. Almost 50 years old, I carry either LCR or Python (replacing my 686-5). My first firearm I ever handled is my father's 66-1, who was reserve LEO in the town I grew up as a teen. BTW I have it that model in my collection too.
I was sent a link to this vid, and it earned a follow. Very well done. For nearly 30 years I edc'ed a Dan Wesson .44 (usually with the 6" VH barrel) and the only reason I stopped is her and the kids ordered and paid for a Canik Rival w/ the red dot. Okay, my eyes are getting older and the trigger is darn nice... for a striker fired. I still love the magnum at the range, with the 10" vented barrel and its mounted scope for hunting, and it is my go to home defense choice. Why? I KNOW it like its a part of me.
My 2 favs are my 4" GP 100 .357 Mag. (sweet shooter) which was my former Duty Gun from 100 years ago, and, don't laugh, 2" Public Defender Poly. I have my reasons. Couple these with Speed Beez loaders and it's a fun time for all Well unless your on the business end.
Although I generally carry full-sized 9's, 40's, and 45's, one of my favorite carry guns is my 4" S&W Model 64-7 in .38spl, paired with a couple of Safariland speedloaders. Super accurate and pretty low recoil even with +P ammo.
I love revolvers! Thanks for producing this great presentation. My very first gun was the model 66 2 1/2 inch snub in 1993. I wish I had still had it! I now own a model 64-5 in three inch barrel. I figured 6 rnds of Buffalo Bore 158 +p out of a three inch barrel is plenty of power. I have a model 13-2 4 inch for 357 duty.
My primary carry weapon is a wheel gun. I’m in my 60’s, and it’s always been that way. That one is a beauty. Pinned, recessed, forged hammers are a big deal. Especially when you like to hit the range as much as I do. My ‘78 Jframe still fires as true as it did when I bought it 45yrs ago. Quality is important.
I picked up a 66-1 four inch years ago. It was allegedly a left coast cop’s gun until someone got the wonder 9 fever. Someone had done some really nice work on the action and purportedly aligned the forcing cone. It is recessed but not pinned. I have toyed with the idea of cutting the barrel to 3 inches or swapping for a 2 1/2 and having the back strap reshaped to round butt, but then again, it’s nice as it is. As it is, short barrel 19/66s can still be had, although at a fair more amount of money. Winchester Silvertip 145 grain might be a good carry round to consider. Not as brutal as the old 125s. The Safariland speed loaders are fast, but my experience packing a wheel gun in dusty environments had them getting packed full of dust and not releasing the rounds no matter how hard you press.
That’s cool! If you have a 66-1 with recessed chambers but no pinned barrel, it could be a transition gun. Those are always neat 😎👍 Sounds like a sweet wheelgun! Thanks for the tip about the Safariland speedloaders, btw
Just dropped my model 66-1 off at Nelson Ford gunsmith business. He is a genuine nice guy, spent time showing pictures of some of the work on barrels that had a lot of damage and what he had to do to remove it. Insane. He explained everything he will do to my gun. He showed me this grip extender and I tried it and makes a world of difference. I'm like yep add it. Looking forward to getting the gun back in about 1-1.5 months. He agreed even though it's a 357 magnum he recommends to shoot 38 special at the range. He went into a whole explanation why. Again nice guy.
He’s a great guy! I enjoy BSing with him whenever I’m in the neighborhood. You’ll love his action job, it’s insane! Careful mentioning the name “Nightwood” in there, he might charge you double… 😉😂
Simply Rugged makes a vertical speed strip case for your belt. I bought a Police trade in 65-8 in 4 inch. Sent it to Gemini Customs. Wow its incredible what he sent back to me. Now I have a 2.5" bead blasted, tritium front sight and WHAT A TRIGGER!!! She is smooth. It's a great using gun not a safe queen. Winter is coming that means K frame season. Great video man I see very few people excited about wheel guns. It helps me realized I'm not alone.
That 65 sounds amazing! 👍 I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Revolver videos typically don’t get a lot of views recently, so it’s definitely a passion video 😂
I have always loved revolvers , they just feel amazing in my hands and look badass . Let’s face it when someone is staring down the barrel of a 357 it’s way more intimidating than a 9 . I just subscribed , you’re a very well spoken young man , very knowledgeable , your information rolls off your tongue which mean it’s part of who you age , and you shoot excellent. Keep up the great work
When I am up camping in parts of my home state (AZ) that have larger animals/predators/peopleI have a 329PD Airweight 44magnum that I carry. While recoil is brisk, it is unbelievably light for a 44 magnum with a 4" barrel.
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I have more wheelgun content in the works. Just waiting for Nelson Ford to work his magic on a couple other revolvers 👍
Great revolver content! I love revolvers, and I typically carry an Airweight J-Frame of some iteration because it's just so easy. As far as reloads, I wish I could remember who, but someone once said, "The definition of optimism is thinking you will reload a revolver in a gunfight." That said, I use a left-handed reload. While not necessarily faster, I find that, for myself, it's much less fumble prone. I know this sounds counterintuitive, but I'm no Jerry Miculek, and I find that juggling a revolver back and forth takes up a lot of my available bandwidth. The method I use is probably the best I've found from a neuromotor perspective, and that's the de Bethencourt non hand transfer method. A quick search should lead to a video demonstrated by Mr. Michael de Bethethencourt himself, if anyone is interested.
I still carry a revolver 38spl and have for 20 plus years now because im confident and comfortable with it. Nothing wrong with one, If ammo is a issue, get speed loaders and learn how to use them, they are really fast if you practice. Now im carring a titanium taurus 450, its a beast i love it hahaha
my EDC is S&W model 69 combat and yes it's loaded with 240gr SJHP I'm an old guy that really appreciates the simplicity of a revolver practicing 3 days a week
I bought my first 357 in 1981. It is a model 19. I shot that piston out. Briley's in Houston completely restored it for me a couple years ago. It has a 6" bbl. I carry it in a Galco shoulder vertical. I have shout thousands of rounds thru it. I ccl a smith shield. When I go into the woods and no need to conceal, you could not pry that gun away from me LOL.
Love revolvers, still carry one 50% of the time. Looking at getting a new 7 shot 3” 357 for edc. I’d probably carry it 90% of the time unless I was going to super high populated or crime areas.
Very nice! I’ll be doing a video on a 681-4 Lew Horton 7-shot performance center smith in the future. I’d carry it every day if I lived in a rural area.
I have a S&W model 19 with a 2-1/2" barrel I bought new in 1978 for 219.00, it has a 3lb single action trigger and a 5-1/2 pound double action trigger. I also have a 3" model 13 which I carried on the NYPD for years, but loaded with 38 special ammo because we could not use .357's. Love them both
Ok the cool 80's synth music playing as you displayed your deadly proficiency with a six shooter 357. I saw the part where you did a drill and unloaded into the target's stomach like... what a bad ass. I am totally subscribing.
I love my SW 66-3. I bought it years ago and love it. I carry quite often. It carry’s nicely AIWB and has a wonderful trigger. It’s probably my favorite handgun.
Man, your videos always have a level of insight and practical experience that you just don't get from most reviews out there. Fantastic stuff. Nearly fell out of my chair when Iwatodai Dorm kicked in. 🤓
I’m so glad you liked the video! I always appreciate your support 😎👍 You might be the only person who will ever recognize Iwatodai Dorm in a video about revolvers 😂
This kid warms my heart, long live the mighty 357 revolver. Old school, limited capacity? Sure but not many people walking around today can tell the tell of being shot by one.
When I carry a revolver for daily carry, it is a SAA carried openly. The SAA are natural pointers and with practice of point shooting you can get the revolver into action super quick especially from an open carry crossdraw holster.
My first pistol experience was an Colt Anaconda 44. 10ish barrel with a red dot and yes it was seminal moment. My first and only owned revolver is a S&W Model 19-9 CarryComp. It has a 3" ported barrel and is upgraded with wood combat grips. My personal round is Grizzly 200gr .357. Plus, they do make RMR mounts for our revolvers but I'm not currently interested. By the way, I've seen a lot of criticism of the reliability of moonclips (I can't use them anyway, that's for the 586 L-COMP) so keep that in mind. I live in a future 10 round state so the six rounds doesn't bother me too much. Thanks for the video, the 66 inspired me and is awesome.
My only revolver is a Rock Island M200 in .38 Special, which i carry whenever it's weather like now, when i can carry outside the waistband yet still concealed under a jacket. I hope to someday get some revolers with a higher pedigree, with my dream wheelgat being a S&W 1917 in .45 ACP, the same gun my great grandfather carried in WWII.
I EDC a revolver chambered in 45 colt and I’m 27 years old. I love revolvers ! They just fit my shooting style more. Movies are also the reason I got into them. I saw the pale rider Clint Eastwood reload scene and I needed an 1858 asap after that 😂
Subscribed! ❤ Great content and presentation. Now that I'm older, I started carrying one of the following: an S&W 19-2 4" .357, S&W J-Frame .38, Rossi RP63 3" .357, Ruger SP101 4" .22LR, or one of quite a few others. I carry a hi-cap semi auto and a revolver as a backup everyday.
I'm 67years and have carried wheel guns for years and also as a deputy. I carry a model 65 3". As a deuputy I carried model 27 5". They just a breath of fresh air. Very good review. Funny Nelson has done my stuff for years here in Arizona.
@@MyRanger12 That’s so cool! He just did a 629 No Dash P&R and a Lew Horton 681-4 for me that will have videos in the near future. Mention you saw the video next time you see him, I’m sure he’ll get a kick out of that 😂👍
@@NightwoodGuns Nelson does all me 1911 work also, back 1991 before I headed to Desert Storm I took a Sprinfield Government to him to work on, he toally build me a sleeper to take with me and didn't charge me a cent. He said "just come back alive"
I was ahead of my time. 19 years ago when I got into handguns, my peers were all into semi autos but I was into revolvers. 75% of my carry and shooting to date is with a .38 or .357 magnum revolver. Speedloaders, belt loops, dump pouch. I practice reloading from all. Classic Colt or S&W revolvers. Hence my channel name. You’re a man after my heart. I’m an old school video gamer. Only thing gun related in my video game collection from the 80s and 90s are Lethal Enforcers where a Colt Python .357 Mag is your weapon.
I’m 28 and I LOVE semiautomatics but I instead carry a S&W 642 j frame revolver everyday. Theres just something about a wheel gun that just does it for me. Small, lightweight,reliable, and lethal.
My carry combo is a model 640-3 .357 and a Shield Plus 9mm (15 round mag). My 8-shot 627 PC cones out occasionally, but I really don't want to lose that one. Your video was well done, and you've earned yourself a subscriber.
I've always loved revolvers, my 62 year collection of revolvers is..well..substantial! However, the playing field has certainly changed, we are now faced with opponents armed with hi-cap semi-autos and substantial amounts of ammunition, when you combine that with potentially multiple opponents...I now feel very underarmed carrying my snubs. In the one-on-one robberies, parking lot encounters, etc, the revolver will stop the threat, but now I can't bring myself not to be armed with my usual Glock 19 or 23. The rule of well placed shots hasn't changed, and never will, but I must be as well armed as any opponent(s) I may encounter..
This is my favorite comment. I agree 100% 😎👍 Thanks for chiming in!
Same reason I don’t carry a 1911 more often . 😢🙏🥰
@@callaseter4811 I don't CARRY a 1911 anymore, but my nightstand gun is a 1911 with compensator, 1500 lumens on the rail, and a pair of Wilson 10-round magazines for 21 rounds of HST 230s. Backing that up is an R-870 with 7 rounds of 00-Buckshot.
just carry 2 guns...
I do! 😀@@tekxmcfly6159
Revolvers are just a classic. Adds a different level of manliness to the gun.
Agreed 💯👍
I have carried a glock for 20 years or more.. now that Iam in my 50's and realizing/experiencing the effects of "old age" (dexterity, reflex, mortality, etc) a revolver is a win win nowadays.
Nothing wrong with running a wheelgun! 😎👍
I love all 3 of my revolvers. I keep the taurus tracker 4inch 357 at the bedside. Have the taurus ultralite 38spl ultralite and the taurus polymer 357 in coyote brown . Allb3 function great and shoot awesome.
@@c.r.rg9529 I’m so glad you love your wheelguns! 😎👍
I feel that..I'm 62 with cancer..my p 80 26..it's like that evening what the hell I do to my hands and wrists.. but can't resist .lol
@c.r.rg9529 my first self-defense pistol was a 38 special Taurus 85, love it, I have a titanium 450 now, and 380, a millennium G2 9 mm Taurus as well,
I love Taurus gun the revolvers rock haha
Look at that subtle round-butt frame. The tasteful hammer-mounted firing pin. Oh my God, it even has a pinned barrel.
Something wrong? Patrick, you’re sweating… 😂
@@NightwoodGunsDefinitely one of my most-wanted old Smiths to add to the collection. The forcing cone issues on the old K-frames (especially the pinned-barrel years) give me a feng-shui wedgie, but if you stick with 158 grain and heavier .357's they'll hold up fine. Great video, gorgeous piece 😁
Revolvers may be out of time but they're never out of style, even in space they remain popular.
100% 😎👍
If only high-capacity semi-autos are as reliable as revolvers, then revolvers would've been completely forgotten. Fact of the matter is semi-autos are still prone to jamming, feeding issues,.......... Many of them are "picky" about the brand of ammo that can be fed into them not to mention that recoil and buffer springs wear out overtime. None of these issues are present in a revolver. The only disadvantage to a revolver is less ammo capacity. With lots of practice though, one can be as quick in reloading a wheelgun as in replacing an empty magazine with a loaded one in a semi-auto.
To quote a MAJOR toober, "old does not mean obsolete, and obsolete does not mean ineffective".
And still get the job done 👊
Not broke, don't try to fix it.
When you know that you only have 5 or 6 rounds with a very slow reload you practice accuracy over mag dump . An old book " No second place winner " by Bill Jordan is an excellent read on gun fighting and practical use of a revolver .
But what if you practice accuracy AND mag dump with a high-cap wonder-pistol? 🤔 I love that book, by they way. The whole reason we were blessed with K-frame magnums was because of Bill Jordan 👍
@@NightwoodGuns So start watching officer involved shootings videos and tell me that people that mag dump are accurate . Officer mag dumps suspect, suspect hit once or suspect shot numerous times
and is only wounded . Sadly the semi auto with high cap mags have led to mag dumps rather than accurate fire in real life shootings .
I was fortunate to have met Bill Jordan and saw one of his exhibition shooting events when I was a kid . One of the things I have always kept with me was he used to say the quickest reload is a 2nd gun and he carried a bobbed hammer S&W 5 shot revolver in his back pocket that he had leather lined . And I carried a S&W model 36 and then a model 60 to a model 640 or 642 in an ankle rig both on & off duty and still do to this day .
@@joejohnson4183 I hear what you are saying. But I’m not talking about officers with an 80% miss-rate who have to qualify once a year with their pistol. If someone applies the same fundamentals with a semi-auto as with a revolver, you could perform an accurate Bill-drill on a threat and have 12 rounds left in the mag for his buddies. No reload or gun-change required. Regardless, it is my belief that a wheelgun will get you out of most situations with ease. That’s so cool that you were able to meet Bill Jordan! He was an absolute legend. Thank you for sharing that story and for passing along his wisdom 👍
@@NightwoodGuns If a person is mag dumping then they are not concerned about being responsible for every round that leaves their gun or the lawyer attached to every bullet. But the defensive gun owner is concerned about it. Criminals could care less about the law. We had better be accurate regardless of capacity. Capacity should never be used as an excuse for poor marksmanship.
you’re missing the point my guy. It only makes sense that if you can maintain both accuracy and the ability to pull the trigger as fast as possible, that’s a dual threat. Why wouldn’t you want to train to the point where you can be fast and accurate?
You are stating all or nothing statements. Saying that “a person mag dumping is not concerned with being responsible” is not a true statement. Brett alone is evidence enough of that (many others too like Garand Thumb, Lucas Botkin, any professional competition shooter).
Also a “defensive gun owner is concerned about [being responsible for every round]” is an all or nothing statement. There are plenty of police reports and videos online that show that there are plenty of gun owners who had every intention of using their firearms defensively and ended up hurting unintended targets, police included. Just take a look through Active Self Protections channel.
Ultimately I feel like we care about the same thing which is training and that’s great. But also with training you can be both accurate and fast. That’s the goal. To be only good at one thing whether it be all accuracy with no speed, and all speed with no accuracy, will result in a bad day for you. You’ll either be dead or someone your protecting end up dead because you weren’t fast enough, or you’ll end up hurting unintended targets or dead yourself cause you missed your intended target.
As an old guy who's shot revolvers for more than 40 years and who currently owns many many of them (as well as many semi-autos), I'd like to say that this video is extremely well-done! New sub, well-earned.
Welcome to the channel! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video 😎👍
I'm 61 and love my S and W Model 66. What is your choice?
@@Zona-dw9rp My favorite is probably my pre-lock 686-4. Also love my '93 vintage blued Python. Have one of the newer CZ-produced Dan Wesson 715 Pistol Packs as well, which is a terrific .357!
The best thing about revolvers for self defense is simplicity.
Nightwood seems legit 👍
I was a LEO for 38 years and carried a myriad of sidearms (issued & in the old days, purchased by me). My 1st duty gun was a 4" S&W Model 19 and I always found it to be up to any challenge.
I've carried MANY issued auto pistols over the years as was the "flavor of the day" in 9mm, 40 S&W as well as 45 ACP.
As a retiree that works part time in a gun shop, my EDC is a .... wait for it..... a 3" S&W Model 13 in .357mag w/ 125 gr JHPs. The gun is from 1981 and is the perfect balance of size (concealment & comfort) and effectiveness.
VERY nice Model 66 BTW!!!!
If you ever have to use it indoors for a self defense scenario, be prepared to lose a percentage of your hearing. It happened to me
The classic FBI gun.
My girlfriend's grandfather just gave me one yesterday and I'm in love with it also gave me a 38. As well but I don't know the model
And you're not gonna say anything about his weapons handling or his three knuckles deep trigger pull?
My off duty carry revolver and first gunfight in 1977 was the S&W Model 66 2 1/2" pinned and recessed.
Considering you are still here to share your story, I’m assuming the model 66 served you well 👍
69 years young here and a revolver lover. I shoot them often and am good with my guns. When carrying I have a sp101 on my hip and a lcr 38 in my front pocket. Also have a speed strip to reload either gun. This works for me.
69! Nice! I’m glad your wheelgun setup is working for you! 😎👍 Can’t go wrong with a couple of revolvers and Ruger makes good stuff!
Def a time and place for a revolver. Simple and timeless. I carry a LCR in 22lr all the time. Some folks make fun or hate the caliber but it’s none of their business. I’ll eventually love to add a J frame and a Kimber wheel gun soon. Thanks again, Brett. Love the content.
Glad you enjoyed the vid! You won’t get any hate from me for carrying a 22lr. I would still do everything in my power to not get shot by that. 😂 J-frame or a Kimber would definitely be a cool addition! 👍
@@stephenpatton8690 Handguns poke holes, rifles/shotguns cause damage 👍
@@stephenpatton8690I used to debate but now I just make inflammatory statements and refuse to defend them if they are challenged.
My first gun was a 22lr. Taurus TX-22 and I also have the Taurus 942 8-shot revolver. My EDC is a S&W M36 (no dash) but I alternate with my Walther PDP-Female series if I'm traveling. I loved my TX-22. Shot over 5k rounds through that thing and never had any issues unless I shot CPI Quiet. Absolutely flawless.
.22lr is a great choice. NOT. You are carrying it to save your life, and it will endanger it instead. Right tool, wrong size.
357 for the woods. 2 357s for the hoods.
That’ll do 👍
Well said.
haha new york reload vibes
I carried and used a model 66 combat magnum while operating in Nicaragua. Let’s just say it did its job without any worries. Revolvers are used by people who need everything to work without a hitch. Good vid.
Very nice 😎👍 Glad you enjoyed the vid
What did you do in Nicaragua? Where you a cop?
They are handy when you don’t want to leave brass behind.
Love this guy’s enthusiasm
😎👍
I switched over from simi autos to revolvers a few years ago. I was an LEO trained on glocks and told that I needed minimum 45 rounds on me at all times. After leaving I came to the realization that I live in a relatively safe area, getting into a self defense situation is extremely unlikely and getting into an actual gun fight is exponentially less likely then I’m going to at least carry in style.
I’ve carried a .357 wheel gun for 34 years. Small with plenty of stopping power. Good video. Just subscribed. No BS
I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Welcome to the channel. 357 magnum is an excellent choice for carry 👍
@@NightwoodGuns great presentation. It’s refreshing to watch a gun channel these days that isn’t doing ridiculous things just to get attention. Much success to you👍
@@rburrows7786 Thank you, I appreciate the feedback 👍
I grew up with a snub nose 38 special. I loved that gun.
There’s nothing quite like the revolver you grew up with 👍
With the old soft lead FBI loads it put many a bad guy in the forever box.
@@donaldmartin4980 Very true!
I have a model 60 .357 snubby that I carry very frequently and I also have a 686 plus 4 inch and I absolutely love both of them!
Both are excellent guns! Very nice! 👍
Great informative video and I appreciate your clear and concise presentation without annoying music. Great job
I carry a 66-2 snub in appendix. Mine came with the older style pachmayr grips (which I love) Great carry option!
Very nice! I’m pretty sure the True Romance gun was a -2 with the Pachmayrs 👍 You have a great carry gun there!
Soon I will have a 686+ 4nch with crimson tracer grip, it is going to be a crazy weapon
It’s a wonderful thing after exclusively using polymer to discover the joys of revolvers and 1911s 😁
Absolutely! It’s the difference between holding a rubber mallet and a Warhammer 😂
Welcome to the Steel Side.
@@davidmack4185 I grew up shooting revolvers and 1911s and I’m better for it 👍
Still today revolvers are very respected or fear specially on the streets. No criminal wants to gets shoots with .357 mag, they know is an instant one way ticket. Should be anyone first gun. Great video.
I would argue that no criminal want to get shot with any caliber. But the .357 performs well 👍 Glad you enjoyed the video.
"wants to gets shoots"
Well done professor.
If a criminal has time to determine what caliber they are being shot with and form an opinion about it then you have already failed as a carrier.
Ok... I watched this to the end. Your enthusiasm kept me until I realized you knew a thing or two. So, I gave it a like as well and subscribed. Having been a firearms enthusiast my entire life, at the age of 67 I don't often encounter much "new" stuff. But, when I watch a video by a young man as yourself and don't disagree with a single thing...that says something. You got the passion, youngster and you've obviously done your homework. Good job! Oh and BTW there are many times I want to throw on my 686 just because I love it so much, but alas... she just doesn't have the capacity for todays world.
Thank you for the kind words. I’m glad you enjoyed the video and welcome to the channel! 😎👍
I second this!
Great Vid , I carry my 66 daily in my Rual community that being said if I have to go into Tampa or Orlando I’ll go to my G17 because I don’t hesitate to share the love of freedom .
😂👍 Right on! Sounds like a good plan!
“Freedom,” baby! Love it!
Best revolver video I have seen. Agree, Nelson Ford is the go to guy for S&W work.
Glad you enjoyed! Nelson Ford is the best, hands down 👍
Excellent vid, as always! I regularly carry a 3" GP-100 and aside from two Safariland speedloaders in split pouches, I also carry an 8-round speed strip in my front pocket and a 2x2x2 pouch on my strong side just behind the gun, for administrative reloads that are faster than with the speed strip.
Glad you enjoyed! I love the GP100 and the 3 inch is the sweet spot 👍 I like the idea of the 2x2x2 pouch, btw! Might have to steal it… 😂
Why are you carrying that much? Are you at war?
@@danielloorbach5640, thats only 26 rounds of spare ammo, so 32 total. A Glock 17 with a spare mag is 35. Nobody who has ever been in a gunfight ever wished for a smaller gun or less ammo.
Nelson Ford's work is impeccable. That 66 will serve you well. My edc is usually a King Cobra or a 65-1
Absolutely! I recommend him highly. He has my 629 No Dash and my 681-4 Lew Horton at the moment. Very cool that you run a 65-1 😎👍
Revolvers are the best carry❤
I certainly enjoy them! 👍
Great video. I love me GP100 6”. It is really easy to shoot accurately. I got it when I lived in California and almost every firearm was illegal. It’s a great gun which I only shoot with 357 magnum. The recoil oils positively pleasant. I have moved to America since then and now I carry a semiautomatic pistol pretty much all the time.
The GP100 is great! 👍 Welcome to America, btw! It’s good to have you here! 😂
Keep in mind newest production of the 66 have a full forcing cone and a steady diet of magnum load isn't going to affect it like the older model k-frames. Redesign of the crane lock up has made this possible. Also great video. Regularly carry a J or K frame and for hunting carry a L and of course several N frames around the house for night time antics. Keep the great videos coming.
While Smith’s recent revolver quality control has been pretty poor, they get full credit for the Model 66 redesign 👍 I just wish it looked as good as the originals 😂 I’m glad you enjoyed the vid! Sounds like you have a wheelgun for every occasion!
@@NightwoodGuns yep first handgun to ever shoot was a Ruger Blackhawk and it kicked in my safe now. Top of the collection is a 586 from the 80s in nickel!
@@montanawheeler Nice! I bet that nickel wheelgun is beautiful 😎👍
@@NightwoodGuns S&W did redesign the gas ring again on the newer models to accommodate that full forcing cone, and I've noticed the new production K-frames tend to get more sluggish in cylinder rotation more quickly as a result.
Good video with sound logic.
Your handgun technique is excellent 👍.
The only reason I own and sometimes carry an enclosed hammer revolver is because I occasionally want the ability to fire from concealment inside my coat pocket.
Not having to draw and present, and revealing myself as a threat, can give me a distinct advantage in certain situations.
Glad you enjoyed the vid! That’s a great reason to carry a wheelgun in the pocket 👍 It’s always good to have options.
Sir, I have found that a S&W Airweight model 38 J frame is handy as the hammer is shrouded on each side, but you can still thumb-cock the hammer for longer range shooting. Mine is pretty accurate. There are videos out there with shooters hitting water bottles at 100 yards with a snubbie. I figure that if I have that much distance from my attacker, I can probably hobble screaming back to the car! Stay strong. --Old Guy
Damn dude good catch on the no dash. I picked up a 66-2 4 inch a while back and its a great gun. Smith and wesson triggers from back in the day are so nice.
Edit: my usual carry is a 640-1 which has the 3 dot tritium sights and cut for moon clips. It really is the ultimate j frame. I started reloading 38/357 due to my love for wheelies
Yeah, I got lucky and picked up a 66 No Dash and a 629 No Dash. I was in the right place at the right time. 👍 That 640-1 sounds awesome, btw!
Excellent video. I carry a Kimber K6S not infrequently and love it for the same reasons and recommend it for the same reasons. That's a beautiful 66.
Very nice! The K6S ain’t bad for a modern offering 👍
I still have my 66 identical to yours. I have a matching 19 and 2 4 inch 19s. I carried my 66 in the early 80s. I loaned it to a buddy who was a Dallas Police Officer. He returned it about a year later with a smoothed polished trigger, an action job courtesy of the Dallas Police Armory. He also gave me the Bianchi Shadow holster and the S&W Goncalo Alvez Combat finger groove coco bolo grips. I carried it in plain clothes and off duty. I inherited the matching 19 and a 3.5 in S&W 27 when a buddy passed away. The guns were his grandfather's duty weapons. His grandmother was a deputy and later the sheriff of a county in the Texas panhandle. Treasured firearms ❤💙
Thank you for sharing, those sound like excellent wheelguns 👍
My love for revolvers began when I was visiting a war museum as a little kid. I was very little.
That’s very cool! 😎👍
I carry a few revolvers: S&W 642, 2.5” S&W 686+, 4” S&W 686+, and a 4.25” Colt Python. The sticky cartridge issue is only a problem with brass cased ammo, and after getting the chambers dirty. That’s not likely to be a problem in an actual self defense situation. I carry the 642 in my pants/jacket pocket, and my hand can be on it without anyone noticing. If 5 armed guys jump out of a van, it’s just not going to be a good day for you. Avoid the shady Stop n Rob places at night, and your chances of not getting into a jam drop significantly. Most importantly in those situations, seek cover immediately. Good Video! 👍👍👍
Fair points 👍 I’m glad you liked the video 😎
I subscribed just cuz of your presentation. Very clear and concise and informative especially for someone who didn't grow up in the revolver era like I did. It's kids like you that gives us old timers hope for the future. So keep up the good work kiddo. You're a credit to the gun community. Don't change a thing.
Thank you for the kind words. 😎👍 I’m glad you enjoyed the video!
If the cylinder of your revolver is grabbed by your opponent, you pull the trigger as hard as possible and twist the gun in the appropriate Direction ( opposite the direction of cylinder rotation)
On your Smith & Wesson you would rotate it clockwise while pulling the trigger
Done with authority, this will allow the cylinder to rotate, and the gun to fire,, and the powder escaping the cylinder Gap will burn the hand of the person trying to hold the cylinder as a bonus
IfI remember correctly I got that technique from the writings of Claude Werner, although it could have been Chuck Haggard
One thing's for sure, if you run revolvers a lot, triggers on striker guns are just easy mode
Good tip! One I hope to never attempt 😂 And you are correct, if you can run a revolver in DA… every other gun is a cake walk 👍
@nightwoodguns I really hope I never have to do it either
I do probably 99% of My Revolver shooting DA, as I often find myself carrying concealed hammer snubs
@@artwebb6939 😎👍
This is hands down one of the best revolver videos I’ve ever seen on UA-cam. Fantastic job! Oh and you run that model 66 like a champ. 👍🏻
Keep up the great content.
Much appreciated! I’m glad you enjoyed the video! 😎👍
The timing of this video is hilarious cause I just bought me a 4inch no dash model 66 just a few weeks ago. First handgun I've ever purchased and I am proud to own it. I also found out that my grandpa use to have the same model years ago when they first came out, so his was probably an original as well, sadly he let it go. Thank you for the info.
Congratulations on your purchase! That is an excellent firearm and you should absolutely be proud to own it! 😎👍 Enjoy your new (to you) wheelgun!
Great revolver. 👍
WOW, you are not boring at all! Your enthusiasm is amazing
I’m glad you enjoyed the video! 👍
Excellent, well rounded video showing all the pros and cons of revolvers. I carry the same gun you have, and I love it. I don't go places I shouldn't. I am home at night no later than 10pm. I am not a freelance cop. Therefore, the defensive revolver is perfect for my situation and threat level. Thanks for the gun smith tip. He looks very reasonable.
Of all my revolvers I own, my 4 inch, S&W Model 57 no dash is my favorite. Love me some wheel guns!
That Model 57 no dash sounds very nice! 🙌 Wheel guns are the best!
I am 65. I love revolvers. I love single and double action. I have one particular Ruger Super Blackhawk 44 mag with 7.5" inch that is a tack driver. I run specials almost exclusively through it. It tames all recoil down to almost none. At 50yds, 3" groups can be had in slow fire. I always walk around the yard and in the house with a Smith 637 j-frame Airweight. (yes, I house carry). My wife keeps a Smith Model 19-5 4" by her side of the bed. My most favorite revolver is a Ruger Security Six 4". I used to carry that gun for a few decades. I now carry a G19. We live in south Texas on a ranch. With the border invasion in full swing, revolvers have taken a backseat to high-capacity semiautos, both ARs and handguns. The illegals coming onto the ranch are not like of days of old. They are dangerous. They try to hot wire vehicles, steal things, and have committed a ton of other crimes against residents down here. In another time, revolvers were fine for protection. They still are, as long as you have enough rounds. I still carry that j-frame in a pocket holster as a backup.
It sounds like we have a similar taste in firearms and the same philosophies. I’m in AZ and I’m all too familiar with the border crisis, unfortunately. Stay safe, my friend.
Stay safe and Lock N Load Brotha!
Joe Biden must be voted out. He reversed everything Trump did at the border. He made it clear he'd do it during one of his debates with Trump back in 2020. Did you feel safer down there when Trump was running things?
"ThE bOrDeR iNvAsIoN."😜 I wonder if Native Americans thought the same thing when all the Caucasians were invading their land?....🤔
@irunwiththedead9777 If you need a cranial rectal extractor, we can get you one.
I carried the Smith 66 snub in the 80s. It is a great gun. I still carry a J frame .357 mag. Great one shot stopping power.
In a J frame do you still carry 357 or 38+ P?
@@andrewbertubin7634 critical defense .357 mag
@@MitchC357 My 640 is stoked with 158 gr. soft lead semi wad cutter HP's loaded to +p from Buffalo Bore. Considered "old school" by many but will still work in a pinch if I manage to do my part. No, this load is NOT a flame thrower out of a snub nose barrel, nor will it decimate what's left of my hearing but again, it'll likely make the perp scratch just a little!
Some of us also are in outdoor situations where defending against 4 legged attackers are a thing as well.
It's cool to see the younger guys bringing back wheel guns. I'm an old head, 57, my first gun was a SW686. I'm carrying J-frames now, all "air weights", they're a joy to carry. Shooting mags too much for me now, but it's there if I need it.
Pop gave me a model 66-2 years ago...Love it still today, Thing rocks!!!!
Brett… watched my first video of you and will say, you deliver a great program! Crisp delivery, intelligent and enthusiastic! Thanks!
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video!
I’m 68 years old and retired. I’ve owned my 66 S&W probably since before you were born. I bought my 66 in 1975 ! So if you were born before that then you are younger than you look!
I bought mine from a retired Philadelphia police officer who was a friend of my father! I still have it and it’s a ccw in the winter!
Very nice! That was definitely long before I was born 😂👍 I’m glad you still carry your model 66, that’s awesome!
@@NightwoodGuns thank you! And I carry 2 speed loaders with it in my right hand pocket!
I always had a interest in history and guns, but I never shot a real gun until I was 15. First gun I ever fired was a 6" S&W 686 and it pretty much ignited my love of guns, and revolvers.
The first revolver I bought for myself is a blued 4" S&W 19-3 that has one of the slickest actions on a wheel gun I've ever felt. No idea if the previous owner ever did work on it but it is ridiculously smooth. From there I bought a 6.5" blued 29-3, a 3" 686+, a M&P 340, a 5" 629, a heavy barreled 10-8, a 4" 586, and most recently a 638. Now that I have a good chunk of S&Ws I got my eyes on some Colts.
Thanks for sharing your story, that’s awesome! And you have a great collection there! That 19-3 sounds incredible! 😎👍
Good job kid. I was a little more worried about our future here till i saw you. Keep up the good work.
Thanks, I’m glad I could restore a little bit of faith 👍 I’m doing the best I can to bring other people my age around. 🇺🇸
My daily carry is a Smith & Wesson model 36 circa 1984. AK chief special.
Ammo of choice is underwood 125 flat nose full metal jacket. Standard pressure.
Nice 👍
Now you did it! Just went and got mine out.
It is a m19-4 and I noted it is pinned and recessed. Good!
Got it new in the late 70's. Carried it off-duty for a few years and my wife carried it as her first CCW.
A while later, my son asked to borrow it and I gave it to him in the early 80s.
I forgot about it until one day I thought about it a month ago.
Called my son and, to my amazement, he said he still had it and would bring it back to me.
After all those decades it is almost perfect showing only the slightest bit of wear.
I agree with you about how amazing this gun is and I am lucky to have it back!
PS: Just went down and found my original rubber grips that you showed and I am going to put them back on. Thanks for reminding me I still had them!!!!
Very nice! Thanks for sharing your story! 😎👍
My 1sr wheel gun was a stainless steel Ruger. I carried it for several years till .... 2nd wife. Luved it and put several 10 of 1000's rnds down range in competition. Never could get behind a S&W.
Rugers are fantastic 👍
What exactly happened when 2nd wife came on the scene?
I got the “modern” 66, 4-1/4” although it’s a great shooter, I can’t get past the hillary hole.
Forgot to add that I did send it back to SW for a trigger job and fiber optic sight. After 6 months of waiting, they sent it back WITHOUT THE FIBER OPTIC SIGHT! I had to contact them and send it back for an “expedited” turn around of 3 weeks……
Very nice! I can’t say I’m surprised about Smith’s customer service though… 😬
Glad to see even through different generations the revolver still finds a spot for those who handle it. Almost 50 years old, I carry either LCR or Python (replacing my 686-5). My first firearm I ever handled is my father's 66-1, who was reserve LEO in the town I grew up as a teen. BTW I have it that model in my collection too.
Very nice! 👍
I was sent a link to this vid, and it earned a follow. Very well done.
For nearly 30 years I edc'ed a Dan Wesson .44 (usually with the 6" VH barrel) and the only reason I stopped is her and the kids ordered and paid for a Canik Rival w/ the red dot. Okay, my eyes are getting older and the trigger is darn nice... for a striker fired. I still love the magnum at the range, with the 10" vented barrel and its mounted scope for hunting, and it is my go to home defense choice. Why? I KNOW it like its a part of me.
That Dan Wesson sounds VERY cool! 😎👍 I’m glad you enjoyed the video.
My 2 favs are my 4" GP 100 .357 Mag. (sweet shooter) which was my former Duty Gun from 100 years ago, and, don't laugh, 2" Public Defender Poly. I have my reasons.
Couple these with Speed Beez loaders and it's a fun time for all
Well unless your on the business end.
GP100 is one of the all-time greats. I fell in love when I saw it in the movie Hard Boiled 😂 PUBLIC DEFENDER!!! And Poly no less!? Incredible! 🙌
I love revolvers always have always will my personal conceal carry is my Ruger, SP 101,357 2 1/4 inch barrel
3' Is The Way
Very nice 👍
Yeah 3” is the sweet spot 😎
To quote a MAJOR, senior guntoober, "old does not mean obsolete, and obsolete does not mean ineffective".
Well said 👍
Paul Harrell?
Although I generally carry full-sized 9's, 40's, and 45's, one of my favorite carry guns is my 4" S&W Model 64-7 in .38spl, paired with a couple of Safariland speedloaders. Super accurate and pretty low recoil even with +P ammo.
Very nice! 👍 I love mixing it up with some wheelgun carry.
I love revolvers! Thanks for producing this great presentation. My very first gun was the model 66 2 1/2 inch snub in 1993. I wish I had still had it! I now own a model 64-5 in three inch barrel. I figured 6 rnds of Buffalo Bore 158 +p out of a three inch barrel is plenty of power. I have a model 13-2 4 inch for 357 duty.
My primary carry weapon is a wheel gun. I’m in my 60’s, and it’s always been that way. That one is a beauty. Pinned, recessed, forged hammers are a big deal. Especially when you like to hit the range as much as I do. My ‘78 Jframe still fires as true as it did when I bought it 45yrs ago. Quality is important.
I agree 100% 👍
Yep, that's a good one. Pinned and recessed, no Hillary hole, no transfer bar, firing pin on the hammer, and stainless. I love it. 👍
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I picked up a 66-1 four inch years ago. It was allegedly a left coast cop’s gun until someone got the wonder 9 fever. Someone had done some really nice work on the action and purportedly aligned the forcing cone. It is recessed but not pinned. I have toyed with the idea of cutting the barrel to 3 inches or swapping for a 2 1/2 and having the back strap reshaped to round butt, but then again, it’s nice as it is. As it is, short barrel 19/66s can still be had, although at a fair more amount of money. Winchester Silvertip 145 grain might be a good carry round to consider. Not as brutal as the old 125s. The Safariland speed loaders are fast, but my experience packing a wheel gun in dusty environments had them getting packed full of dust and not releasing the rounds no matter how hard you press.
That’s cool! If you have a 66-1 with recessed chambers but no pinned barrel, it could be a transition gun. Those are always neat 😎👍 Sounds like a sweet wheelgun! Thanks for the tip about the Safariland speedloaders, btw
05 Dec 2023 - Thank you for your clearly informed narration. You were easy to listen to and you did not insert background "music" as many do.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video 👍
Oh, it's in there. It's just very subtle.
Just dropped my model 66-1 off at Nelson Ford gunsmith business. He is a genuine nice guy, spent time showing pictures of some of the work on barrels that had a lot of damage and what he had to do to remove it. Insane. He explained everything he will do to my gun. He showed me this grip extender and I tried it and makes a world of difference. I'm like yep add it. Looking forward to getting the gun back in about 1-1.5 months.
He agreed even though it's a 357 magnum he recommends to shoot 38 special at the range. He went into a whole explanation why.
Again nice guy.
He’s a great guy! I enjoy BSing with him whenever I’m in the neighborhood. You’ll love his action job, it’s insane! Careful mentioning the name “Nightwood” in there, he might charge you double… 😉😂
Simply Rugged makes a vertical speed strip case for your belt. I bought a Police trade in 65-8 in 4 inch. Sent it to Gemini Customs. Wow its incredible what he sent back to me. Now I have a 2.5" bead blasted, tritium front sight and WHAT A TRIGGER!!! She is smooth. It's a great using gun not a safe queen. Winter is coming that means K frame season. Great video man I see very few people excited about wheel guns. It helps me realized I'm not alone.
That 65 sounds amazing! 👍 I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Revolver videos typically don’t get a lot of views recently, so it’s definitely a passion video 😂
I have always loved revolvers , they just feel amazing in my hands and look badass . Let’s face it when someone is staring down the barrel of a 357 it’s way more intimidating than a 9 . I just subscribed , you’re a very well spoken young man , very knowledgeable , your information rolls off your tongue which mean it’s part of who you age , and you shoot excellent. Keep up the great work
Thanks for the kind words. Welcome to the channel! 😎👍 It’s hard to go wrong with a .357 magnum
When I am up camping in parts of my home state (AZ) that have larger animals/predators/peopleI have a 329PD Airweight 44magnum that I carry. While recoil is brisk, it is unbelievably light for a 44 magnum with a 4" barrel.
That one is definitely easy to carry! 😎👍
Solid breakdown of the arguments, with what feels like 0 bias.
Very helpful for someone like myself who is interested in their first firearm.
I’m glad the video was helpful 👍
Very articulate, Sir. Good to see a sharp young man enthusiastic about the wheels:)
Thank you, I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I have more wheelgun content in the works. Just waiting for Nelson Ford to work his magic on a couple other revolvers 👍
I own one configured exactly like yours which I bought back in the 80s. Nothing like .357 stopping power in a small package.
Very nice! 😎👍
Great revolver content! I love revolvers, and I typically carry an Airweight J-Frame of some iteration because it's just so easy. As far as reloads, I wish I could remember who, but someone once said, "The definition of optimism is thinking you will reload a revolver in a gunfight." That said, I use a left-handed reload. While not necessarily faster, I find that, for myself, it's much less fumble prone. I know this sounds counterintuitive, but I'm no Jerry Miculek, and I find that juggling a revolver back and forth takes up a lot of my available bandwidth. The method I use is probably the best I've found from a neuromotor perspective, and that's the de Bethencourt non hand transfer method. A quick search should lead to a video demonstrated by Mr. Michael de Bethethencourt himself, if anyone is interested.
Glad you enjoyed the video! Can’t go wrong with a J-frame! And thanks for sharing the info about the reload 😎👍
I can’t reload for $hit, so carry 2 air weight j-frames instead. I prefer N+1 redundancy, where N= 38spl x 5 👍 ✌️
@@callmesceptical9114 😂👍
Phillip dude… you must be into competitive shooting. Good on y’all. I’m just a bumpkin hoping to save my ass and yours 😉✌️
I still carry a revolver 38spl and have for 20 plus years now because im confident and comfortable with it. Nothing wrong with one, If ammo is a issue, get speed loaders and learn how to use them, they are really fast if you practice.
Now im carring a titanium taurus 450, its a beast i love it hahaha
Nothing wrong with that at all 😎👍 I definitely need to practice more with the speedloaders under stress.
My friends always criticize me for carrying my revolver. Never stopped me from packing my 4inches 😂
Just remind them that it shoots at high velocity 😉
my EDC is S&W model 69 combat and yes it's loaded with 240gr SJHP I'm an old guy that really appreciates the simplicity of a revolver practicing 3 days a week
That should do the trick and then some! 💥👍
So educating, so early and through the vid. I'm used to 1911's, I now have a 686+ deluxe, and Colt King Cobra Target.
Very nice! 😎👍
I bought my first 357 in 1981. It is a model 19. I shot that piston out. Briley's in Houston completely restored it for me a couple years ago. It has a 6" bbl. I carry it in a Galco shoulder vertical. I have shout thousands of rounds thru it. I ccl a smith shield. When I go into the woods and no need to conceal, you could not pry that gun away from me LOL.
Very nice! 😎👍
Love revolvers, still carry one 50% of the time. Looking at getting a new 7 shot 3” 357 for edc. I’d probably carry it 90% of the time unless I was going to super high populated or crime areas.
Very nice! I’ll be doing a video on a 681-4 Lew Horton 7-shot performance center smith in the future. I’d carry it every day if I lived in a rural area.
How old are u?
@@WorldClassSatanist early 30.
@@thorshammer5134 cool. I'm late 30s and revolvers are my favorite type of handgun
I carry a 608 and 66 4 barrel at times concealed. It works for me. But I have come around to carrying a 9 mm as well. This was a fantastic video.
I have carried my 686+. I’ve taken defensive training with it and do not feel under gunned with it. Loved your perspective.
Very nice! I’d say the 686+ will get the job done. Glad you enjoyed the vid! 👍
Love mine, 4in.
@@frankfitz3421 Nice! I love the 4” 😎👍
Just got one myself
I have a S&W model 19 with a 2-1/2" barrel I bought new in 1978 for 219.00, it has a 3lb single action trigger and a 5-1/2 pound double action trigger. I also have a 3" model 13 which I carried on the NYPD for years, but loaded with 38 special ammo because we could not use .357's. Love them both
@@SG-hh9lu Truly incredible wheelguns with priceless sentimental value. Thank you for sharing 👍
Ok the cool 80's synth music playing as you displayed your deadly proficiency with a six shooter 357. I saw the part where you did a drill and unloaded into the target's stomach like... what a bad ass. I am totally subscribing.
Welcome to the channel 👍
Excellent video! I definitely concur on your sentiments regarding moonclips.
I’m glad you liked the vid! 😎👍
I love my SW 66-3. I bought it years ago and love it. I carry quite often. It carry’s nicely AIWB and has a wonderful trigger. It’s probably my favorite handgun.
I’m glad you like the Model 66 as much as I do! 😎👍
Man, your videos always have a level of insight and practical experience that you just don't get from most reviews out there. Fantastic stuff. Nearly fell out of my chair when Iwatodai Dorm kicked in. 🤓
I’m so glad you liked the video! I always appreciate your support 😎👍 You might be the only person who will ever recognize Iwatodai Dorm in a video about revolvers 😂
Weeb/gun overlap is significant i think
@@Pinkskull69420 That’s good to hear because I have a lot of weeb content planned 😅👍
@@NightwoodGuns buying subs with anime girls? I support it
I am 33 and carry a S&W 36 IWB with a speed loader in my pocket. Its the most comfortable for the firepower in my opinion
Awesome! Nothing wrong with that! Model 36 is a classic 👍
This kid warms my heart, long live the mighty 357 revolver. Old school, limited capacity? Sure but not many people walking around today can tell the tell of being shot by one.
@@watchmestress4182 Well said 😅👍
When I carry a revolver for daily carry, it is a SAA carried openly. The SAA are natural pointers and with practice of point shooting you can get the revolver into action super quick especially from an open carry crossdraw holster.
Fair enough 🤠👍
My first pistol experience was an Colt Anaconda 44. 10ish barrel with a red dot and yes it was seminal moment. My first and only owned revolver is a S&W Model 19-9 CarryComp. It has a 3" ported barrel and is upgraded with wood combat grips. My personal round is Grizzly 200gr .357. Plus, they do make RMR mounts for our revolvers but I'm not currently interested. By the way, I've seen a lot of criticism of the reliability of moonclips (I can't use them anyway, that's for the 586 L-COMP) so keep that in mind. I live in a future 10 round state so the six rounds doesn't bother me too much. Thanks for the video, the 66 inspired me and is awesome.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video! The 19 Carry Comp is a sweet modern wheelgun! 😎👍
My only revolver is a Rock Island M200 in .38 Special, which i carry whenever it's weather like now, when i can carry outside the waistband yet still concealed under a jacket. I hope to someday get some revolers with a higher pedigree, with my dream wheelgat being a S&W 1917 in .45 ACP, the same gun my great grandfather carried in WWII.
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I EDC a revolver chambered in 45 colt and I’m 27 years old. I love revolvers ! They just fit my shooting style more. Movies are also the reason I got into them. I saw the pale rider Clint Eastwood reload scene and I needed an 1858 asap after that 😂
Very nice! 😎👍 And I’m also a fan of Pale Rider (and most other Clint Eastwood movies) 😂
Just recently got my first revolver. Right now I’m researching revolver carry, i appreciate the enthusiasm for revolvers!
Right on! Enjoy your new wheelgun! 👍
Subscribed! ❤ Great content and presentation. Now that I'm older, I started carrying one of the following: an S&W 19-2 4" .357, S&W J-Frame .38, Rossi RP63 3" .357, Ruger SP101 4" .22LR, or one of quite a few others. I carry a hi-cap semi auto and a revolver as a backup everyday.
Welcome to the channel! 😎👍 I’m glad you enjoyed the video! I’d say those are some excellent carry guns! 🙌
I'm 67years and have carried wheel guns for years and also as a deputy. I carry a model 65 3". As a deuputy I carried model 27 5". They just a breath of fresh air. Very good review. Funny Nelson has done my stuff for years here in Arizona.
Very nice! That ol’ Model 27 was a great duty wheelgun 👍 And Nelson is the best. I’m glad he’s been getting so much love in the comments!
@@NightwoodGuns I've know Nelson for years, Years ago he sponsered me at Catus League. I spend many hours in his shop on Shea.
@@MyRanger12 That’s so cool! He just did a 629 No Dash P&R and a Lew Horton 681-4 for me that will have videos in the near future. Mention you saw the video next time you see him, I’m sure he’ll get a kick out of that 😂👍
@@NightwoodGuns Nelson does all me 1911 work also, back 1991 before I headed to Desert Storm I took a Sprinfield Government to him to work on, he toally build me a sleeper to take with me and didn't charge me a cent. He said "just come back alive"
@@MyRanger12 That doesn’t surprise me at all. He’s a stand-up guy, through and through. 👍 I recommend his work to everyone I can.
I was ahead of my time. 19 years ago when I got into handguns, my peers were all into semi autos but I was into revolvers. 75% of my carry and shooting to date is with a .38 or .357 magnum revolver. Speedloaders, belt loops, dump pouch. I practice reloading from all. Classic Colt or S&W revolvers. Hence my channel name. You’re a man after my heart. I’m an old school video gamer. Only thing gun related in my video game collection from the 80s and 90s are Lethal Enforcers where a Colt Python .357 Mag is your weapon.
Very nice! Lethal Enforcers is a classic! 😎🙌
Just started shopping for my first revolver. Watched the video start to finish very informative and appropriate your wisdom.
I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Good luck on your revolver purchase! I’m sure you’ll get a good one 😎👍
I’m 28 and I LOVE semiautomatics but I instead carry a S&W 642 j frame revolver everyday. Theres just something about a wheel gun that just does it for me. Small, lightweight,reliable, and lethal.
Agreed! 👍
My carry combo is a model 640-3 .357 and a Shield Plus 9mm (15 round mag). My 8-shot 627 PC cones out occasionally, but I really don't want to lose that one. Your video was well done, and you've earned yourself a subscriber.
Welcome to the channel! Sounds like you have some great options! 😎👍 Great combo!