New Diamondback SDR 357 MAG Revolver - First Shots #bigiron #usa #revolver357

Published on August 8, 2024
Duration: 1:00

This review covers the Diamondback SDR revolver, chambered in .357 Magnum and .38 Special. Key features include Hogue boot grips, a push-button cylinder release, and adjustable fiber optic sights. The reviewer provides initial impressions firing both .38 Special and .357 Magnum rounds in double and single-action modes, noting its carry gun size.

Quick Summary

The Diamondback SDR is a .357 Magnum/.38 Special revolver featuring Hogue boot grips, a push-button cylinder release, and adjustable fiber optic sights. It holds six rounds and is comparable in size to a S&W J-frame, making it a potential carry gun. Initial firing included 158-grain .38 Special wadcutters and .357 Magnum rounds in double and single-action.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Diamondback SDR
  2. 00:03Calibers: 357 Magnum and 38 Special
  3. 00:08Grip and Sights
  4. 00:12Cylinder Release Mechanism
  5. 00:15Adjustable Fiber Optic Sights
  6. 00:22Size Comparison to J-frame
  7. 00:30Firing 38 Special (158gr Lead Wadcutter)
  8. 00:32Double Action 38 Special
  9. 00:43Single Action 38 Special
  10. 00:43Firing 357 Magnum
  11. 00:47Double Action 357 Magnum
  12. 00:56Single Action 357 Magnum
  13. 00:57Carry Gun Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Diamondback SDR revolver?

The Diamondback SDR is chambered in .357 Magnum and .38 Special. It features Hogue banana-style boot grips, a push-button cylinder release, and adjustable fiber optic red/green combo sights. It also holds six rounds, one more than many comparable revolvers.

How does the Diamondback SDR compare in size to other revolvers?

The Diamondback SDR is noted to be very similar in size to a Smith & Wesson J-frame .442. However, a key difference is its cylinder capacity, holding six rounds compared to the J-frame's typical five.

What ammunition was used for the initial firing of the Diamondback SDR?

During the first shots, the reviewer fired both .38 Special and .357 Magnum ammunition. Specifically, 158-grain lead wadcutter .38 Special rounds were used for initial testing in both double and single-action modes.

What is the reviewer's initial assessment of the Diamondback SDR for concealed carry?

After firing the Diamondback SDR in both .38 Special and .357 Magnum, the reviewer's immediate impression is that it is a suitable carry gun. The size and handling characteristics seem to align with concealed carry needs.

Related News

All News →

More Reviews Videos You Might Like

More from BurstReview

View all →