Videos tagged with 44 Special

This video provides an expert-level overview of popular revolver calibers for defensive applications, discussing their strengths, weaknesses, and suitable ammunition. It covers the .38 Special, .357 Magnum, .44 Magnum, .45 ACP, .410 shotshells, .45 Colt, .22 LR, and .44 Special, offering insights into recoil, versatility, and specific load recommendations from a firearms instructor's perspective.

This video provides an in-depth review and shooting impression of the Chiappa Rhino 60DS L-frame revolver chambered in .44 Magnum. The presenter, an experienced firearms instructor, highlights the firearm's innovative low bore axis design, which significantly reduces muzzle flip and felt recoil compared to traditional .44 Magnum revolvers like the Smith & Wesson Model 29. The review includes live-fire demonstrations, comparisons, and discussions on trigger quality and ammunition performance.

This video from Buckeye Ballistics provides an in-depth ballistic gel test of PMC Bronze .44 Special 180 Grain JHP ammunition fired from a Taurus 44 Tracker. The test reveals the ammunition's performance characteristics, including penetration depth and bullet expansion, offering valuable insights for firearm owners and enthusiasts. The analysis highlights the bullet's failure to expand, behaving more like a solid projectile.

This video features a "Sunday Shoot-a-Round" with firearms instructor Hickok45 showcasing a Dan Wesson Guardian in .45 ACP and a Smith & Wesson Model 24 in .44 Special. He discusses personal experiences with night sights, the practicalities of 1911 platforms, and his recovery from a leg injury, offering insights into firearm handling and personal resilience.

This video showcases a rare Lew Horton limited edition Smith & Wesson Model 29-3 revolver, chambered in .44 Magnum with a 3-inch barrel. The presenter highlights its distinctive profile, combat finger groove grips, and its origin as a special contract run by Lew Horton, a Massachusetts distributor. While capable of .44 Magnum, it's noted that many owners opt for .44 Special due to recoil, and the gun is considered a highly collectible item.

This video showcases the S&W Model 24-3 revolver chambered in .44 Special engaging an 80-yard gong. The shooter demonstrates the firearm's capability at a longer distance, highlighting the satisfaction of hitting the steel target. The content emphasizes practical shooting and the enjoyable experience of using classic firearms.

This video features a "Sunday Shoot-a-Round" with Hickok45 showcasing a Lou Horton limited edition revolver chambered in .44 Special. Despite a recent leg injury, he demonstrates firing the firearm, discussing its features, and sharing personal anecdotes about recovery and societal issues. The review focuses on the initial shooting experience of this particular firearm.

This video showcases a wide variety of firearms available at Exile Armory in Weaver, AL. The presenters highlight numerous handguns and long guns, detailing their calibers, features, and prices. The content includes new and used firearms, with a focus on popular models and some unique pieces. The presenters also briefly mention sponsorship and merchandise related to their racing endeavors.

Hickok45, recovering from a leg injury, discusses the challenges of his current mobility while providing updates on his meet-and-greet event. He introduces a Lou Horton Model 24-3 revolver in .44 Special, noting its N-frame size, 3-inch barrel, and collectible status, debating whether to fire the unfired piece. The video also features a 'woodswalk' segment showcasing the Beretta A300 Ultima 12-gauge shotgun in action against 'two-liter' targets.

This video reviews several revolvers, highlighting their features, calibers, and intended uses. It covers models like the Charter Arms Bulldog in .44 Special, Colt's Kodiak and Grizzly in .44 Magnum and .357 Magnum respectively, and the Smith & Wesson Model 19 Carry Comp. The Taurus 692 is noted for its multi-caliber capability, while the Ruger LCR and Kimber K6S are presented as strong concealed carry options. The Taurus Judge series, Henry revolver, and Colt Python are also discussed for their specific applications.

This video features a review and shooting session of the Smith & Wesson CSX E-Series pistol and a Smith & Wesson Model 1950 revolver chambered in .44 Special. The host discusses the CSX's improved trigger and ergonomics compared to earlier models, highlighting its 1911-style features. He then delves into the historical significance and shooting characteristics of the rare N-Frame Model 1950 revolver, emphasizing its .44 Special chambering and desirable features like a 4-inch barrel.

This video provides a comparative ballistics test of several popular revolver calibers (.38 Special, .357 Magnum, .44 Special, .44 Magnum, .45 Colt) using watermelons as a medium. The presenter, an experienced shooter, demonstrates the terminal performance of soft point ammunition across these calibers, noting the lack of expansion from pistol barrel lengths. The video also touches on the performance differences between soft points and hollow points, and highlights the importance of consistent ammunition loads and watermelon selection for accurate comparisons. Future tests with hollow points and cinder blocks are mentioned.