Shotgun Revolver? Yep. #gun #tactical #civtac #tacticaltuesday

Published on August 27, 2023
Duration: 0:57

This review examines a unique .38 Special revolver, dubbed the 'Shotgun Revolver' due to its missing front sight, rendering traditional aiming impossible. Tested with CCI shot shells, the firearm proved ineffective for any practical purpose, with birdshot delivering minimal velocity and impact. The host humorously rates its uselessness at 10/10, highlighting its origin as an 'evidence locker gun' with a custom nail polish finish.

Quick Summary

This .38 Special revolver is humorously dubbed a 'shotgun revolver' due to its missing front sight, rendering it impossible to aim traditionally. Tested with CCI shot shells, it showed minimal impact velocity, leading the host to rate its usefulness at 10/10.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Intro: The 'Shotgun Revolver'
  2. 00:12Visual Inspection & Sponsor
  3. 00:22Why it's a 'Shotgun'
  4. 00:33Range Test: Shot Shells
  5. 00:45Results & Uselessness Rating

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this .38 Special revolver a 'Shotgun Revolver'?

It's humorously called a 'shotgun revolver' because it lacks a front sight post. This makes traditional aiming impossible, similar to how a shotgun might be aimed without precise sights.

What kind of ammunition was tested in the 'Shotgun Revolver'?

The revolver was tested using CCI .38 Special shot shells, which contain birdshot. These are designed for small pest control at very close ranges.

What were the results of testing the 'Shotgun Revolver' with shot shells?

The shot shells hit the clay pigeon targets with very low velocity, only creating small holes. The host concluded the firearm was effectively useless for practical purposes.

Where did this 'Shotgun Revolver' come from?

This firearm originated as an 'evidence locker gun,' meaning it was seized by police from a criminal and later sold back to civilians.

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