Sunday Shoot-a-Round # 163

Published on February 12, 2023
Duration: 55:11

Hickok45's Sunday Shoot-a-Round #163 features a vintage Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 revolver and an Escort 12-gauge pump-action shotgun. He discusses the merits of older S&W revolvers versus modern firearms, the practicality of revolvers for high-volume shooting, and shares insights on maintenance and longevity. The video also touches on caliber preferences, the 'Dirty Harry' lore, and range setup tips.

Quick Summary

Hickok45 discusses the Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 revolver and an Escort 12-gauge shotgun. He notes that while vintage S&W revolvers are debated against modern designs, high-round count revolvers may need part replacements like rebound springs after 60-80k rounds. For high-volume shooting, semi-autos are suggested over revolvers.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro & Shotgun Shooting
  2. 00:50Escort Shotgun Overview
  3. 01:45S&W Model 29-2 Intro
  4. 03:15Revolvers vs. Modern Pistols
  5. 05:00Revolver Maintenance & Longevity
  6. 07:30.44 vs. .41 Magnum Caliber Talk
  7. 11:30Shooting the Escort Shotgun
  8. 13:30.44 Special & Dirty Harry Trivia
  9. 17:15Range Maintenance Tips
  10. 19:10Dixie Deer Classic Announcement
  11. 21:10Shotgun Slugs & Forend Design
  12. 23:10Condor Parang Machete
  13. 27:15Final Shooting & Closing Thoughts

Frequently Asked Questions

What vintage Smith & Wesson revolvers are discussed in Hickok45's Sunday Shoot-a-Round #163?

Hickok45 discusses a vintage 4-inch Smith & Wesson Model 29-2 revolver. He touches on the debate surrounding older 'pinned and recessed' S&W models versus newer ones with key locks and sleeve barrels.

What shotgun does Hickok45 feature in this range day video?

Hickok45 features an Escort pump-action shotgun, manufactured by Hatsan. He acquired it from Bud's Gun Shop to test its reliability and shoots it with both birdshot and buckshot loads.

What are Hickok45's thoughts on revolvers for high-volume shooting?

Hickok45 suggests that for shooters firing thousands of rounds, modern semi-automatic pistols in calibers like 9mm or 10mm might be more practical than .357 or .44 Magnum revolvers.

What maintenance considerations does Hickok45 mention for revolvers?

Hickok45 shares that revolvers can last for many rounds, but parts like rebound springs, ejector rods, and trigger pins may eventually need replacement, potentially after 60,000 to 80,000 rounds.

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