This video focuses on the 1937 Registered Magnum, a significant firearm in firearm history. The description highlights support for various sponsors integral to the channel's production, including gun parts suppliers, firearm training institutions, and firearm accessory manufacturers. It also directs viewers to alternate YouTube channels and social media platforms for additional content and engagement. The content is produced on a private range by trained professionals, emphasizing firearm safety and responsible gun ownership, and explicitly states the channel does not sell firearms or perform modifications. The video aims to educate and entertain firearm enthusiasts.
This entry details the Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum, the original .357 Magnum revolver. It covers its historical development, technical specifications, customization options, and evolution into later models like the 27 and 28. The information is presented with the authority of a recognized firearms expert.
Hickok45 reviews the classic Smith & Wesson Model 27, a .357 Magnum revolver introduced in 1935. He discusses its historical significance as the 'Registered Magnum' and its role in popularizing magnum cartridges. The video covers the firearm's weight, handling characteristics, and the difference in recoil between .38 Special and .357 Magnum loads, emphasizing the importance of starting new shooters with lighter calibers to foster enjoyment and prevent aversion to firearms.
This video provides an expert review of the Smith & Wesson Model 27, a .357 Magnum revolver built on the N-frame. The presenter, demonstrating high subject matter expertise, highlights its historical lineage as the heir to the Registered Magnum and its predecessor, the .44 Special N-frame. Key features discussed include its exceptional finish, particularly the intricate top strap checkering, and its capacity.
This video explores the historical Smith & Wesson .357 Registered Magnum, a bespoke revolver introduced in 1936 to accompany the new .357 Magnum cartridge. Mike Helms, a Smith & Wesson historian, details how these revolvers were custom-built to customer specifications, including barrel length, finish, grips, and even the ammunition they were sighted in with. The craftsmanship, such as the checkering and concentric hammer striations, highlights the artisan nature of these early high-performance handguns.
This expert-level review compares the Colt Python and Smith & Wesson Model 27, two iconic .357 Magnum revolvers. Keith Ford from Brownells details their historical development, craftsmanship, trigger actions, internal complexities, and durability with heavy loads. The S&W Model 27 is highlighted as a robust workhorse, while the Colt Python is praised for its exquisite finish and smooth single-action trigger, though less durable with stout loads.
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 episode of American Rifleman TV features a comprehensive look at several notable firearms. The segment "ARTV Preview" delves into the history and popular polymer line of striker-fired pistols from Springfield Armory, focusing on the XD Series. "Rifleman Review" examines the EAA MKA 1923 Bullpup, offering an evaluation of this unique firearm. Finally, the "I Have This Old Gun" segment showcases the iconic S&W Registered Magnum revolver, providing historical context and insights.
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.
This video provides a historical overview and review of the Smith & Wesson Registered Magnum and its descendant, the Model 27-2, the first .357 Magnum revolver. The host, Joel Persinger (The GunGuy), also covers the history of the Highway Patrolman model. The video includes shooting footage of the Model 27-2, aiming to offer both educational and entertainment value for firearms enthusiasts. It also promotes various related services and organizations.
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