Videos tagged with HKS Speed Loader

This video provides a clear, step-by-step guide on how to load and use an HKS revolver speed loader, specifically for 5-shot revolvers chambered in .38 Special or .357 Magnum. The presenter demonstrates the simple locking mechanism and the process of quickly reloading a revolver cylinder, highlighting its effectiveness for rapid reloads in the field.

This video explores the suitability of wadcutter ammunition for self-defense, demonstrating its loading into a Rock Island Armory Model 206 revolver using an HKS speed loader. While the video focuses on the mechanics of loading, it raises questions about the effectiveness of wadcutters in a defensive scenario, implying a need for further consideration beyond just ease of loading.

This review of the Smith & Wesson Model 642 Airweight provides an expert-level overview from a seasoned firearms instructor. It covers the revolver's history, construction, ammunition compatibility (including .38 Special +P), and operational features like its DAO trigger and snag-free design. The assessment highlights its suitability for concealed carry due to its lightweight and concealable nature, while also detailing practical aspects such as trigger pull weight, recoil management, and reloading techniques with speed loaders.

Jerry Miculek returns to the I-CORPS Revolver Championship after an 8-year hiatus, competing in the Classic Division with a Smith & Wesson Model 65-6 Lady Smith. He highlights the division's requirements, including factory sights, no optics, and six rounds, emphasizing the necessity of speed loaders for reloads. Miculek secured wins in both the Classic and Snub Nose divisions, despite challenges with his fixed sights in varying light conditions.

This quick tip explains what a speed loader is and demonstrates how to use one to quickly reload a revolver cylinder. The instructor, Roy, shows how to insert cartridges using an HKS speed loader, emphasizing the use of gravity and a slight jiggle for proper seating. He notes that some speed loaders have a knob to turn, while others unload directly.

This review provides an in-depth look at the Sarsilmaz SR38 revolver, chambered in .357 Magnum and .38 Special. The speaker, an experienced firearms instructor, details its design as an S&W L-frame clone, grip compatibility, and performance over 300 rounds. Key takeaways include its budget-friendly positioning, lack of an internal lock, and a trigger that smooths out with use.