Ithaca Model 37 SlugFest

Published on March 14, 2019
Duration: 16:01

This review of the Ithaca Model 37 'SlugFest' shotgun highlights its historical significance, particularly its use by law enforcement and in films. The video showcases the unique bottom-ejection and loading mechanism, along with the 'slam-fire' capability. Performance with 12-gauge rifled slugs is demonstrated at various ranges, emphasizing accuracy and the shotgun's robust design.

Quick Summary

The Ithaca Model 37 'Featherlight' Deerslayer Police Special features a unique bottom-ejection system and 'slam-fire' capability. While the bottom ejection keeps the action clean and is ambidextrous, it requires turning the gun over to check the chamber. It performed well with 12-gauge slugs at various ranges.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Initial Shooting
  2. 00:33Firearm Identification: Model 37 Deerslayer
  3. 01:27History & Features: Bottom Ejection, Slam-Fire
  4. 02:42Range & Ammunition: 12 Gauge Slugs
  5. 03:15Loading & Mechanical Operation Demo
  6. 03:53Slug Performance at Distance
  7. 07:25Design Pros & Cons: Bottom Eject
  8. 11:16Final Thoughts & Target Inspection

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Ithaca Model 37 shotgun unique?

The Ithaca Model 37 is known for its bottom-ejection system, meaning shells are ejected downwards. It also features a 'slam-fire' capability, allowing rapid firing by holding the trigger and cycling the action manually. This design makes it ambidextrous but requires visual confirmation to check if the chamber is empty.

How does the Ithaca Model 37 perform with slugs?

In the Hickok45 review, the Ithaca Model 37 'SlugFest' demonstrated effective performance with 12-gauge rifled slugs. The slugs showed good accuracy at longer ranges and delivered significant impact energy, as evidenced by damage to reactive targets like a propane tank.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Model 37's bottom-ejection?

The bottom-ejection system keeps the action cleaner by preventing debris from entering from the top. It's also naturally ambidextrous. However, a disadvantage is that you must turn the shotgun over to visually confirm if the chamber is empty, unlike shotguns with side or top ejection.

What type of ammunition was used in the Ithaca Model 37 review?

The ammunition used in the Hickok45 review of the Ithaca Model 37 'SlugFest' was Federal Premium 12-gauge rifled slugs, specifically weighing 1 ounce per slug. These were fired at various targets on the range.

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