GUNTALK S2: Custom Guns - Ep 7, Pt 1

Published on August 24, 2012
Duration: 4:55

This episode explores custom firearms, highlighting Smith & Wesson's Performance Center enhancements for carry, competition, and hunting. Key models discussed include the 627 V-Comp revolver with a compensator for reduced recoil and rapid reloading via moon clips, and the Pro Series line optimized for IDPA competition with a quick-reset trigger. The custom 1911 Performance Center pistol in .45 ACP features lightning cuts, a match trigger, and tight tolerances for improved accuracy and reliability.

Quick Summary

Smith & Wesson's Performance Center enhances standard firearms for improved performance in carry, competition, and hunting. Models like the Pro Series offer competition-ready features such as a quick-reset trigger, while the 627 V-Comp uses a compensator and moon clips for recoil management and faster reloads.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Gun Safety Rules
  2. 00:53Why Custom Guns?
  3. 01:38Smith & Wesson Performance Center
  4. 02:52S&W 627 V-Comp Revolver
  5. 03:18S&W Pro Series Line
  6. 03:45S&W 1911 Performance Center Pistol

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes a firearm a 'custom gun'?

Custom guns are modified from standard production models for enhanced performance or aesthetics. This can include factory custom runs, professional gunsmithing, or DIY modifications, focusing on aspects like accuracy, trigger feel, caliber, or appearance.

What is the Smith & Wesson Performance Center?

The S&W Performance Center takes standard production firearms and enhances them early in the manufacturing process. They create high-performance models tailored for carry, competition, and hunting, focusing on precision and specialized features.

What are the benefits of the S&W Pro Series for competition?

S&W Pro Series models are designed for competition like IDPA. They feature a Performance Center sear for a quicker trigger reset and typically have a trigger pull weight between 3.5 and 4.5 pounds, providing a competition-ready firearm out of the box.

How does the S&W 627 V-Comp reduce recoil?

The S&W 627 V-Comp features a removable compensator designed to reduce muzzle flip. This allows for faster follow-up shots. It's also cut for full moon clips, facilitating rapid reloading during shooting events.

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