Shootin' It with Yankee #34

This review covers the Taurus 850, a double-action only, five-shot, .38 Special revolver designed for concealed carry. It highlights the firearm's compact, hammerless design for pocketability, all-steel construction, and specific features like a replaceable front sight and a smooth trigger bow for comfortable range use. The review positions it as a lightweight, pocketable option suitable for personal defense.

The speaker, with over 40 years of firearms experience, discusses various handguns and rifles, offering opinions on brands like Kimber, Glock, and SIG Sauer. He emphasizes the importance of proper firearm maintenance, trigger quality, and the debate between hammer-fired and striker-fired platforms. The discussion also touches on Second Amendment rights, gun control legislation in different states, and personal defense strategies, highlighting the need for firearm safety training regardless of carry laws.

The video reviews the Colt Kodiak revolver, specifically comparing the 4.25-inch and 6-inch barrel variants. The presenter favors the shorter 4.25-inch barrel for concealed carry and maneuverability, despite acknowledging the potential balance benefits of the longer barrel on this heavy firearm. The review highlights features like the unfluted cylinder and ported barrel, discussing their potential impact on recoil and performance.

This video reviews the Zulisy Z1 XL, an RMSC footprint red dot sight featuring an unusually large viewing window for its class. The reviewer highlights its suitability for micro-compact pistols that typically have smaller optic windows, offering improved target acquisition and forgiveness. The optic also boasts shake-awake technology, a bright dot, and durability tested through a rigorous range session.

TheYankeeMarshal reviews the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 38 as a budget-friendly, easily concealable .38 Special +P revolver. He highlights its lightweight design, polymer construction, and affordability compared to competitors like the Ruger LCR. The video also addresses common misconceptions about grip replaceability on this model.

The Yankee Marshal corrects his previous assessment of the Colt Boa, noting a significant MSRP difference compared to the Colt Python. He highlights that the Boa is $300 more expensive and questions the value proposition at this price point, suggesting it may be an exclusive distributor model with limited production. The speaker also criticizes Colt's website for frequent inaccuracies regarding firearm specifications.

This video critically reviews five handguns deemed unsuitable for concealed carry by TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator. The analysis focuses on practical issues like reliability, concealability, metallurgy, and effectiveness in self-defense scenarios, highlighting specific models from Bersa, Ruger, Taurus, Magnum Research, and Kel-Tec. The speaker's extensive experience and direct references to personal ownership and observed failures lend significant authority to his assessments.

The Yankee Marshal provides a practical, budget-conscious review of new handguns available for under $200, focusing on reliability and self-defense utility for a college student. He highlights five specific models, detailing their pros and cons based on extensive personal experience and current market pricing, emphasizing value for money in the entry-level firearm market.

TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator with practical self-defense knowledge, outlines critical 'don'ts' for concealed carry. He emphasizes avoiding dangerous methods like Mexican carry and pocket carry without holsters, and discourages less secure options such as small of back, improper shoulder holster use, and ankle carry. The guide stresses the importance of proper holsters with reliable retention and safe access, drawing on real-world safety incidents and extensive personal experience.

This guide, informed by TheYankeeMarshal's extensive experience with 14 1911s, helps viewers navigate the diverse 1911 market. It provides specific recommendations based on budget and intended use, from entry-level Springfield Armory GI series to concealed carry options like the Kimber Pro Carry and Para Slim Hawg, value-packed Springfield Armory Loaded series, near-custom Dan Wesson CBOB, and the highly recommended Colt Combat Commander as a customizable platform.