This guide details the process of shooting a Smith & Wesson No. 2 revolver in .38 S&W at 10 yards, as demonstrated by Roy Huntington from American Handgunner. It covers loading, aiming, firing five rounds at a steel target, and post-shooting analysis, emphasizing the enjoyment of vintage firearms. The demonstration highlights the importance of sight picture and point of impact, even with older designs.
The Smith & Wesson No. 2 revolver demonstrated is chambered in .38 S&W and features a 5-round capacity cylinder. It utilizes a top-break action for reloading. The shooting session at 10 yards used 148-grain lead round nose bullets, with estimated velocities of 550-600 fps, highlighting the unique shooting experience of vintage firearms.
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.
