Armscor's M200 .38 Revolvers: Junk... or Jewels?

The Rock Island Armory M200 is presented as a highly affordable .38 Special revolver, often found new for around $225. It features a 4-inch barrel, fixed sights, and a polymer grip, with a trigger pull comparable to some higher-end revolvers. Despite its budget price, it's considered a reliable option for home defense or concealed carry.

This review highlights the Rock Island Armory M206 revolver, emphasizing its 'Gawang Pinoy' (Filipino-made) origin. The video demonstrates its reliability through rapid-fire and one-handed shooting, showcasing good recoil management and accuracy with a tight shot grouping. It's presented as a capable option for concealed carry and self-defense.

The Fitz Special, a modified revolver with a cut-away trigger guard, presents unique reholstering safety concerns. While the heavy double-action trigger pull mitigates accidental discharge during proper reholstering, a missed holster or finger on the trigger can lead to a negligent discharge. The speaker advises against its use for modern EDC, deeming it a relic of a bygone era despite its historical significance.

This video features the first shots fired from a Rock Island Armory (RIA) M200 .38 Special revolver. The description highlights the use of various shooting accessories and gear, including steel targets, cameras, editing equipment, hearing protection, safety glasses, and targetry. The creator also provides affiliate links to the items used, indicating a focus on product demonstration and potential reviews.

This is a first look at the Armscor-Rock Island Armory Baby Rock .380 pistol, focusing on its initial presentation. The video aims to provide viewers with an early introduction to this specific 1911-style .380 ACP firearm, highlighting its features and design from Armscor-Rock Island.

This episode of the GUNS Magazine Podcast features Roy Huntington and Brent T. Wheat discussing the often-overlooked .32 H&R Magnum cartridge. They highlight its capabilities, comparing its power to .38+P in a smaller package, and argue for its viability as a concealed carry and self-defense option, despite its limited recognition among the general public. The episode is sponsored by Rock Island Armory, showcasing their STK series of striker-fired pistols, specifically the STK100 Ultra with its enhanced frame and optic compatibility.

This video compares buckshot and birdshot for home defense scenarios, highlighting their effectiveness and penetration characteristics. At close range, both are lethal, but birdshot offers a safer option due to reduced over-penetration risk through interior walls. The Remington 870 is featured as a suitable platform.

This video provides a detailed guide on how to field strip a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington of American Handgunner. It covers the essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly including bushing rotation and slide removal, and a reverse reassembly process. An alternative 'cheat' method is also demonstrated for quicker disassembly, along with tips on using bushing wrenches and a strong emphasis on firearm safety rules.

This video showcases a museum-quality, first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker revolver discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The firearm, manufactured in 1875, exhibits significant authentic patina and wear, including a thin muzzle from holster carry, indicating heavy historical use. Its discovery among homestead ruins highlights its deep burial and preservation.

This guide advocates for a '5-minute clean' approach to modern firearms, emphasizing that intensive cleaning is often unnecessary and can cause premature wear. It details a streamlined process focusing on essential areas like the barrel chamber and slide rails, using minimal solvent and oil. The video also warns against common mistakes like over-oiling magazines, promoting efficient maintenance for reliable function.