Again, F#@K Smith & Wesson!!!...Forced to Change my EDC!

Published on April 25, 2022
Duration: 11:14

The Yankee Marshal discusses his decision to stop carrying Smith & Wesson firearms due to perceived declining customer service and product support. He highlights issues with M&P models firing out of battery and a specific screw problem on Model 27s that wears down the cylinder finish. Citing a lack of customer respect and difficulty obtaining parts, he feels he can no longer endorse the brand. Consequently, he is switching his EDC to a Ruger GP100 Talo Engraved Edition.

Quick Summary

The Yankee Marshal is changing his everyday carry firearm from Smith & Wesson to Ruger due to a significant decline in Smith & Wesson's customer service and product support. He cites specific issues with M&P models and revolver manufacturing defects, feeling unable to endorse a brand that doesn't respect its customers.

Chapters

  1. 00:18Introduction & Smith & Wesson Criticism
  2. 00:32Smith & Wesson's Customer Service Issues
  3. 01:54Specific S&W Model 27 Screw Problem
  4. 02:43Dealer Experiences with S&W Support
  5. 03:25Decision to Stop Carrying S&W
  6. 04:01Endorsement Through Carrying
  7. 04:23Previous EDC: S&W 329 PD & 360 PD
  8. 05:00Switching Carry Guns
  9. 06:30Introducing New Carry Gun: Ruger GP100
  10. 06:52Ruger's Quality and Customer Service
  11. 08:48Ruger GP100 Talo Engraved Edition
  12. 09:24New EDC: Engraved Ruger GP100
  13. 10:15Ruger's Commitment to Customers
  14. 10:36Final Thoughts & Always Carry

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is The Yankee Marshal switching his everyday carry firearm?

The Yankee Marshal is switching his EDC from Smith & Wesson to Ruger due to a perceived decline in Smith & Wesson's customer service and product support. He cites issues with M&P models and specific revolver problems, feeling he can no longer endorse the brand.

What specific issues did The Yankee Marshal encounter with Smith & Wesson firearms?

He mentions M&P models firing out of battery and a screw issue on Model 27s that damages the cylinder finish. He also notes difficulty obtaining simple parts and poor customer service experiences, even for stocking dealers.

What firearm is The Yankee Marshal switching to for his everyday carry?

He is switching to a Ruger GP100 Talo Engraved Edition with a 4.2-inch barrel. He praises Ruger for its quality, reliability, and excellent customer service, which he contrasts with his recent experiences with Smith & Wesson.

Does The Yankee Marshal still like Smith & Wesson revolvers?

While he acknowledges liking Smith & Wesson revolvers in the past, his current dissatisfaction stems from their customer service and how they treat customers. He feels he can no longer endorse their products, even if he still respects some of their older designs.

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