Videos tagged with Roy Huntington

This review focuses on a Harrington & Richardson (H&R) Model 157, a single-shot rifle featuring a distinctive full-length Mannlicher stock. The presenter, identified as Roy Huntington, highlights the rifle's break-open action and its .30-30 Winchester chambering. He also discusses common repair areas on the stock and plans for upgrades like Skinner Sights, demonstrating a high level of expertise in vintage firearms.

This episode of GUNS and American Handgunner Magazines delves into the behind-the-scenes realities of the SHOT Show, highlighting its evolution from a small trade event to a massive global exhibition. Hosts Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington discuss the show's primary function as a business-to-business platform for manufacturers, dealers, and media, contrasting it with consumer perceptions. They also address the challenges posed by the proliferation of digital media and content creators, emphasizing a shift back towards established media relationships and long-form content.

This video review by Roy Huntington of GUNS and American Handgunner Magazines introduces the Streamlight Wedge SL as his new favorite EDC flashlight. He highlights its slim, pocket-friendly design, simple one-button operation for high (500 lumens) and low (100 lumens) modes, and USB-C charging. The focus is on practical utility without unnecessary features like strobe or SOS.

This discussion from GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner explores whether modern shooters are more skilled than in the past. Experts Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington argue that despite fewer participants, today's shooters are generally more skilled due to higher motivation, increased costs, advanced technology, and unprecedented access to information online. They conclude we are in a 'Golden Age' for shooters.

This video demonstrates a practical gunsmithing technique for modifying an RCBS powder measure bushing using a mini-lathe. Expert Roy Huntington shows how to precisely measure and machine an aluminum bushing to achieve a perfect fit for specific cartridge cases, ensuring spill-free powder charging during reloading. The process highlights the importance of accurate measurements and careful lathe operation for custom gunsmithing tasks.

This video from GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner advises against gifting firearms to novices without explicit requests, emphasizing that video game skills don't translate to real-world handling. Hosts Roy Huntington and Brent Wheat advocate for starting beginners with manageable firearms like a 4-inch K-frame .38 Special revolver, explaining that smaller, snappier .380 ACPs and expert-level mini-revolvers can be discouraging. They stress that gifting a firearm is a commitment to ongoing mentorship and training.

This guide details a gunsmithing project to upgrade an AMT .380 Backup pistol. Led by Roy Huntington and Brent T. Wheat, the process involves de-burring sharp edges for pocket carry comfort, bead blasting for a matte finish, and installing a functional XS Big Dot front sight via a milled dovetail. The barrel is also crowned for potential accuracy improvements, resulting in a more comfortable and shootable pocket pistol.

This video reveals secrets to achieving a professional cold blue finish, overcoming common splotchy results. It highlights Brownells Oxpho-Blue Creme as superior to liquids and emphasizes proper degreasing with 91% isopropyl alcohol or acetone, followed by heating the metal. The process involves applying the creme, buffing with 0000 steel wool, and repeating for a deep blue-black finish.

This episode of the Guns Podcast, hosted by Brent Wheat and Roy Huntington, explores the .410 shotgun, highlighting its history, versatility, and modern relevance due to ammunition advancements. The discussion covers its effectiveness for small game hunting, home defense (mentioning the Judge revolver), and its appeal to new shooters. The hosts also touch on the economics of .410 ammunition, the advantages of reloading, and its future in the market. The podcast is presented by Ruger Firearms.

This video sampler features Roy Huntington discussing his long-standing preference for leather holsters over Kydex. He shares his experiences and reasoning behind his continued reliance on traditional leather for carrying firearms, highlighting its benefits that, in his opinion, Kydex hasn't fully surpassed. This snippet is from a larger episode, promising further discussion on the topic.

This video features Roy Huntington discussing his preference for leather holsters over Kydex, emphasizing comfort and the 'soul' of leather. He shares his experience with various carry styles including pocket, IWB, and appendix carry. Huntington specifically highlights his appreciation for carrying a custom 1911 in a quality leather holster, suggesting that while other options exist, leather provides a superior feel and aesthetic for him.

This video features Roy Huntington and Brent Wheat discussing a peculiar habit observed at gun stores: customers squeezing leather holsters or opening new ammunition boxes at the counter. The hosts advise viewers against engaging in such behaviors, emphasizing the importance of respectful and appropriate conduct when handling firearm-related merchandise. The content aims to educate gun owners on proper etiquette in retail environments.