Sunday Shoot a Round #43

Published on October 25, 2020
Duration: 51:40

Hickok45 reviews the Smith & Wesson 629 Trail Boss, a .44 Magnum revolver, highlighting its pre-lock design and frame-mounted firing pin. He discusses the effectiveness of .44 Special rounds for general use and .44 Magnum for bear country. The video also touches on ammo buying strategies and mentions sponsors and an upcoming zombie movie.

Quick Summary

Hickok45 reviews the Smith & Wesson 629 Trail Boss, noting its desirable pre-lock design and frame-mounted firing pin. He suggests using .44 Special for general shooting and .44 Magnum for bear defense, while advising regular, small ammo purchases to avoid shortages.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro Shooting & Range Day
  2. 00:38Welcome and Seasonal Talk
  3. 02:01Gun Introduction: S&W Trail Boss
  4. 03:31Ammo Shortages and Strategy
  5. 04:30Sponsors and EDC
  6. 05:10Zombie Movie: Strain 100 Announcement
  7. 08:27Technical Details of the 629
  8. 10:00Shooting .44 Magnum Loads
  9. 11:20Range Safety Explained
  10. 12:50Shooting .44 Specials
  11. 15:15Movie Realism Reflections
  12. 17:40Target Ethics Discussion
  13. 21:05Conclusion and Movie Preview

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Smith & Wesson 629-5/6 Trail Boss reviewed by Hickok45?

Hickok45 highlights that this specific model lacks an internal lock, a feature often sought by collectors, and possesses a frame-mounted firing pin, distinguishing it from some later production revolvers.

What is Hickok45's recommended ammo strategy to avoid shortages?

He advocates for 'dollar cost averaging,' which means buying small amounts of ammunition regularly over time rather than waiting until a shortage occurs and prices surge.

What is the difference between .44 Magnum and .44 Special for the S&W 629 Trail Boss?

.44 Special is presented as the primary round for general shooting and practice due to lower recoil, while .44 Magnum is reserved for situations requiring more power, like defense in bear country.

What safety advice does Hickok45 give regarding shooting at the range?

He emphasizes the critical importance of always knowing your target and what lies beyond it (your background). He also notes that bullets travel too fast for animals to predictably run into their path mid-shot.

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