The Revolvers That Shaped My Dad's Legacy

Published on April 18, 2025
Duration: 42:58

Jerry Miculek shares the revolvers that defined his legendary career, starting with his first Smith & Wesson Model 14. He details his transition through various S&W models, including the Model 27 that led to his S&W employment, and his custom 9mm Model 627 used for record-breaking. The video also covers proper revolver handling to prevent damage and a dry-fire maintenance tip.

Quick Summary

Jerry Miculek's inspiration for speed shooting came from Ed McGivern's 1974 American Rifleman feature. His first double-action revolver was a Smith & Wesson Model 14, through which he fired an estimated 40,000-50,000 hand-loaded rounds.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: Jerry Miculek's Inspiration
  2. 02:30The First Double-Action Revolver: S&W Model 14
  3. 06:40Early Competition & The 1911 Twist
  4. 10:40Evolution of Gear & S&W Model 27
  5. 21:14Proper Revolver Handling Rant
  6. 24:36The Record-Setting 9mm Revolver
  7. 28:53Dry Fire Maintenance Tip

Frequently Asked Questions

What inspired Jerry Miculek to pursue speed shooting with revolvers?

Jerry Miculek was primarily inspired by a 1974 American Rifleman article featuring Ed McGivern, who set a record of five shots in 9/20ths of a second with a double-action revolver. This feat motivated Jerry to practice speed shooting extensively.

What was Jerry Miculek's first double-action revolver and how much did he use it?

His first was a Smith & Wesson Model 14 (K-38) in .38 Special. He estimates firing 40,000 to 50,000 rounds through it, all hand-loaded and cast himself for cost-effectiveness.

How should one properly handle a revolver to prevent damage?

To prevent damage, always fully press the cylinder release before opening. When closing, avoid 'spinning' the cylinder shut; let it close gently to protect the cylinder stop and frame.

What made Jerry Miculek's custom S&W 627 so special for record-breaking?

This custom revolver featured an 8-shot 9mm titanium cylinder fitted into a scandium frame with a custom Bar-Sto barrel liner. It was designed for speed and accuracy, incorporating modern technology like a Vortex red dot sight.

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