Snubbies are Stupid! — GMP #233

This video reviews five tiny revolvers ideal for deep concealment, focusing on their suitability for concealed carry (CCW) when traditional compact pistols become too obvious. It highlights models like the Taurus 856 Ultralight, Smith & Wesson 340 PD, Smith & Wesson 642 Airweight, Ruger LCR, and Kimber K6s, discussing their weight, size, shootability, and reliability for everyday carry.

This video reviews five micro revolvers ideal for concealed carry in 2025, focusing on their concealability, shootability, and effectiveness as backup firearms. The presenter highlights the North American Arms Pug for extreme deep concealment, the Smith & Wesson 340 PD for its power-to-size ratio, the Ruger LCR for its shootability and comfort, the Smith & Wesson 642 for its reliability and simplicity, and the Kimber K6XS for its premium features and six-shot capacity. The emphasis is on choosing a firearm that disappears into clothing and remains accessible for self-defense situations.

This episode of the Louisiana Firearms Podcast features a lively discussion among hosts and guests about the best starter handguns and current EDC choices. The conversation highlights popular models like the Sig Sauer P365 XMacro, Glock 19, Glock 43X, and Glock 45, emphasizing factors such as concealability, capacity, and ergonomics. The hosts also touch upon the importance of personal comfort and training over specific firearm features when selecting a carry gun, with a brief discussion on rifles towards the end.

This video provides a top five list of small revolvers recommended as backups for semi-automatic everyday carry (EDC) firearms. The primary recommendation is to match the backup revolver's caliber to the primary EDC's caliber for ammunition interchangeability. The list covers revolvers for .380 ACP, .40 S&W, and 9mm calibers, highlighting specific models like the Taurus 380, Charter Arms Pitbull, Taurus 905, Smith & Wesson 940, and the Ruger LCR.

Johnny Q, demonstrating experienced firearm knowledge, addresses the question of carrying revolvers for everyday carry (EDC). He showcases three distinct revolver types, including a .500 Magnum, and affirms his personal choice to carry revolvers for EDC. The video also includes a promotional mention of Ammo Squared for ammunition needs.

This video demonstrates a quick functionality test for an everyday carry (EDC) firearm, specifically the Sig Sauer P365. The instructor emphasizes the importance of ensuring your carry gun is reliable for self-defense readiness by performing a live fire check. The process involves confirming the firearm works as expected before re-holstering.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.