Custom Charter Arms .32 H&R Magnum — Take Two!

This video details a custom gunsmithing project transforming a Smith & Wesson Model 36 J-frame into a .32 H&R Magnum revolver. The process involved adapting parts from a .32 S&W Long, bobbing the hammer, polishing the trigger, performing a light melt, and reaming the chambers. The result is a 3-inch, six-shot .32 H&R Magnum, presented with a custom holster and shooting demonstration.

This video details a follow-up range trip for a bobbed hammer Charter Arms Undercover revolver. The owner successfully addressed a previous issue by replacing the hammer spring, which allowed previously problematic reloads to function reliably. The successful test confirms the owner's confidence in carrying the firearm again, highlighting its readiness for personal defense.

This video details a gunsmithing project to convert a Smith & Wesson Model 36 revolver. The presenter explains how to source parts from EveryGunPart.com, specifically a Charter Arms kit, and adapt them to a S&W J-frame. The core of the project involves adjusting barrel headspace and reaming chambers to convert the caliber from .38 Special to .32 S&W Long, with plans to further convert to .32 H&R Magnum.

This discussion emphasizes that most modern revolvers are perfectly functional out of the box and do not require extensive modifications for defensive use. The primary focus should be on training and practice. If modifications are considered, they should address specific issues identified after significant shooting, such as grip fit or a gritty trigger pull, and be performed by a qualified gunsmith. Over-modification is discouraged, as it can introduce reliability issues.

This video details a DIY project to convert a Stoeger 410 side-by-side shotgun into a .32 H&R Magnum double rifle using rifled barrel inserts. The process involves dropping the inserts into the shotgun's chambers, allowing it to function as a rifle. The presenter demonstrates how the inserts work and how to extract spent casings.

This guide details how to troubleshoot light primer strikes on a Smith & Wesson .32 H&R Ultimate Carry revolver, as demonstrated by Nightwood Guns. It emphasizes visual evidence, including slow-motion footage, to differentiate between shooter error (like 'short stroking') and mechanical failures. The analysis focuses on identifying light primer strikes and confirming proper trigger reset to diagnose potential quality control issues with the firearm.

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.