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This video provides an in-depth review of the Smith & Wesson Model 64, the stainless steel variant of the iconic Model 10 revolver. The presenter highlights its history with law enforcement agencies like the NYPD, Virginia State Police, and Delaware State Police, detailing its robust construction and suitability for humid environments. Specific models, including the 64-2 and 64-8, are examined, with discussions on their features, production eras, and unique historical markings like the MDC stamp.

This video reviews the Smith & Wesson Model 64-8, a stainless steel K-frame revolver chambered in .38 Special +P. The reviewer highlights its history as a police service weapon, particularly in high-humidity areas, and its similarities to the classic Model 10. Key features discussed include its fixed sights, six-round capacity, and the two-piece barrel construction, which is noted for potential accuracy benefits and cost reduction. The reviewer also touches on its suitability as a sidearm for camping and self-defense, praising its balance, trigger quality, and the comfort of aftermarket grips.

This review of the Smith & Wesson Model 64 police trade-in, presented by sootch00, offers a comprehensive look at this .38 Special K-frame revolver. It covers historical context, specific model variants like the 64-8, mechanical features such as the floating firing pin and trigger pull weights, and practical range performance with various ammunition. The assessment highlights the revolver's reliability, accuracy, and excellent value, especially for a trade-in model.

The Smith & Wesson Model 648 is a K-Frame revolver chambered in .22 Magnum, featuring an 8-round cylinder and a double-single action configuration. It offers a comfortable, ergonomic grip, a phenomenal trigger with no take-up in single-action, and adjustable target sights. While generally reliable, some Winchester bulk pack ammunition experienced light primer strikes. Its weight and full-size build make it suitable for varmint hunting, as a camp gun, or a secondary backup for hunting applications, though it may be too heavy for recoil-sensitive individuals.

The Smith & Wesson M&P Bodyguard 38 2.0 is a significant update to their polymer fusion revolver, aiming to compete directly with the Ruger LCR. Key improvements include a more substantial and comfortable grip, a unified unibody design that eliminates the 'fake' two-piece look, and enhanced sights. While the core functionality remains similar, these design changes aim to address previous criticisms and offer a more appealing package for concealed carry.

This review covers a vintage Smith & Wesson Model 64-2, a stainless steel K-frame revolver chambered in .38 Special. The presenter highlights its 'D' frame designation for stainless steel, its six-shot capacity, and its suitability for Plus P ammunition due to its robust construction. A notable feature is the 'MDC -97 DS' marking on the backstrap, identified as belonging to the Massachusetts Metropolitan District Commission, a former parks and recreation entity.

This review focuses on a vintage 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 60 'no dash' revolver, identified as a new favorite by the reviewer. The expert firearm collector highlights key vintage features such as the pinned barrel, hammer-mounted firing pin, and original wooden grips. The revolver's history of ownership in Concord, Massachusetts, adds to its provenance.

This review by Cranky Gun Reviews provides a detailed, analytical comparison of three minimalistic .22LR survival rifles: the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival. The expert reviewer assesses each rifle based on critical survival criteria including deployment speed, portability, weight, capacity, ergonomics, sights, floating ability, and price, offering practical insights for choosing the best option for specific needs.

This review of the Savage Model 301 break-action shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, ideal for survival scenarios. The expert demonstrates its simple operation, safety features like the hammer block transfer bar, and easy two-piece takedown for portability. Performance with various .410 bore ammunition types is discussed, along with its value proposition under $200.

This guide details a DIY approach to handloading 410 shotshells, focusing on cost savings and utilizing repurposed tools alongside specific MEC press components. The process involves trimming 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches, depriming, resizing with a dedicated die, and priming. It then covers measuring powder (14 grains of Winchester 296), seating wads, adding shot (half an ounce of #6), and performing both pre-crimping and final crimping using MEC accessories. The presenter emphasizes the challenges of achieving perfect crimps without a full MEC press setup.