Videos tagged with Magnum Era

This video explores ten lesser-known facts about the .357 Magnum cartridge. It details its origins, key figures like Elmer Keith, its development for penetrating vehicle cover during the gangster era, and its early adoption by law enforcement. The information highlights the cartridge's historical significance and its evolution from the .38 Special.

This video explores ten lesser-known facts about the .357 Magnum cartridge. It details its origins, key figures like Elmer Keith, its development for penetrating vehicle cover during the gangster era, and its early adoption by law enforcement. The information highlights the cartridge's significance in initiating the 'Magnum era' of handgun rounds.

This entry details three historic Smith & Wesson revolvers that pioneered the Magnum era, as presented by Keith Ford and Steve Ostrem. It highlights the .38-44 Outdoorsman, Douglas Wesson's .357 Magnum used in a bulletproof glass test, and Phil Sharpe's Registered Magnum. The information emphasizes the custom nature of these early Magnum revolvers and their role in developing powerful cartridges.

This entry details the history and development of the .357 Magnum cartridge, highlighting its creators like Elmer Keith and its initial purpose in combating organized crime. It covers key historical figures such as J. Edgar Hoover and law enforcement agencies like the Kansas City PD, alongside technical details like its case length and European designation. The information is presented with an authoritative tone, drawing from specialized knowledge in firearms history and ballistics.