Videos tagged with Double-Action Trigger

This guide details how to achieve accuracy with a Smith & Wesson Model 12 revolver, emphasizing proper technique and ammunition selection. The video demonstrates that short-barreled revolvers can be highly accurate when shot correctly. It highlights the importance of a smooth double-action trigger pull, staging the trigger, and consistent follow-through. The instructor, affiliated with GUNS and American Handgunner Magazines, provides expert advice on leveraging the firearm's quality build and sights for effective shooting.

This guide explains the internal mechanics of double-action (DA) and double-action-only (DAO) revolver triggers, contrasting them with single-action (SA) triggers. It details how pulling the trigger in DA mode cocks and releases the hammer using the hammer strut, and how DAO revolvers omit the SA capability. The explanation highlights the simplicity and reliability of revolver mechanisms.

This review examines two Smith & Wesson Hand Ejector revolvers chambered in .32-20, manufactured circa 1915-1916. The video highlights their historical importance as precursors to the K-frame Model 10 and includes a live-fire demonstration. Expert insights are provided on the .32-20 cartridge and the nuances of shooting vintage double-action revolvers, including potential trigger-related challenges.

This guide details Ben Stoeger's approach to mastering the double-action (DA) trigger pull during a draw, emphasizing continuous pressure and avoiding the common 'staging' pitfall. Stoeger, a world champion shooter, explains how target distance dictates the speed of the trigger pull and advocates for a predictive trigger roll just before sight acquisition for optimal performance. The advice is geared towards intermediate to advanced shooters seeking to improve their speed and accuracy.

This video offers a detailed visual showcase of the Smith & Wesson 627 Pro Series revolver, highlighting its competition-ready features. The expert demonstrator emphasizes the 8-round capacity, the fiber optic front sight for improved target acquisition, and the smooth double-action trigger pull. The 'Pro Series' designation indicates factory enhancements for performance.

This video provides a first-person view demonstration of the Charter Arms Pathfinder revolver in .22 LR. It showcases the firearm's handling, double-action trigger, and recoil management during live fire at steel targets. The demonstration also highlights the 8-shot capacity and clear model identification.

The CZ Shadow 2 Compact is a high-performance 9mm pistol praised for its speed, handling, and flat-shooting characteristics. Its optics-ready slide and excellent trigger make it suitable for competition and concealed carry. The review highlights its maneuverability through barricades and overall accuracy.

This video reviews the Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 38 revolver, highlighting its compact size for concealed carry, particularly in warmer weather. The reviewer notes potential finger pinching and difficulties with trigger guard access when wearing winter gloves. Comparisons are made to the Taurus 85, with the Bodyguard's double-action trigger favored, and the Taurus 617, which is noted for having a better trigger and recoil control, though the Bodyguard's size makes it superior for concealment.

This YouTube video delves into the practice of lightening springs in revolvers, exploring whether it's possible and advisable. The content likely covers the technical aspects of revolver mechanics, potential benefits of reduced spring tension (such as trigger pull), and the risks involved, which could include ignition failures or compromised reliability. The title suggests a comprehensive discussion, possibly touching on different types of revolvers or specific spring applications within them. The mention of bloopers indicates a segment of lighthearted outtakes to follow the main educational content.

This review of the Canik TP9DA highlights its value as a budget-friendly carry gun. Key features include a functional decocker, offering a safer double-action trigger pull for defensive carry, and second-strike capability. The firearm demonstrates comfortable ergonomics and good performance during rapid-fire and reload drills, with minor critiques on grip texture. It's deemed an easy-to-maintain and accurate shooter.

This video features Mark Redl from Colt discussing the upgraded features of the new Colt Anaconda revolver, specifically its drilled and tapped receiver for a scope mount. The discussion then moves to a range demonstration focusing on proper double-action trigger pull technique. The video also promotes the "Guns & Gear" television show and its various airing schedules and streaming platforms, highlighting interviews, range demonstrations, and training techniques in the firearms industry.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, a Special Assignments Editor for major firearms magazines, details how to achieve superior accuracy with compact revolvers. It emphasizes that proper trigger manipulation, specifically 'staging' the trigger, is the key, rather than barrel length. The techniques discussed are crucial for any shooter looking to improve their performance with snub-nosed revolvers.