Smith & Wesson Governor 410, 45LC, & 45ACP Revolver Review

Published on September 28, 2020
Duration: 11:26

The Smith & Wesson Governor is a versatile revolver capable of firing .410 shotshells, .45 Long Colt, and .45 ACP (with moon clips). It offers good reliability and accuracy with .45 Long Colt, achieving 2-inch groups at 25 yards, but .45 ACP groups widen to about 6 inches. While .410 birdshot spreads significantly due to the rifled barrel, defensive buckshot shows moderate penetration in ballistic gel.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson Governor is a versatile revolver chambered in .410, .45 Long Colt, and .45 ACP. It offers excellent accuracy with .45 Long Colt (2-inch groups at 25 yards) but wider groups with .45 ACP. .410 buckshot penetrates 11-13.5 inches in ballistic gel, and the firearm boasts 100% reliability.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Multi-Caliber Capability
  2. 01:53Configurations & Build Quality
  3. 03:22Trigger, Barrel, & Sights
  4. 04:30Accessories & Dimensions
  5. 05:08Shooting Experience & Recoil
  6. 06:54Ballistic Testing & Accuracy
  7. 08:46Pricing & Final Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

What calibers can the Smith & Wesson Governor fire?

The Smith & Wesson Governor is a versatile revolver capable of firing three different calibers: .410 shotshells, .45 Long Colt, and .45 ACP. For .45 ACP rounds, moon clips are required for proper function within the cylinder.

How accurate is the Smith & Wesson Governor with different calibers?

Accuracy varies significantly. The Governor demonstrated excellent accuracy with .45 Long Colt, achieving 2-inch groups at 25 yards. However, .45 ACP groups opened up to about 6 inches, and the rifled barrel causes substantial spread with .410 birdshot.

What was the ballistic performance of .410 buckshot from the S&W Governor?

When testing Federal .410 buckshot in ballistic gel, the rounds achieved penetration depths between 11 and 13.5 inches, indicating effective performance for self-defense applications.

What are the key features and build materials of the Smith & Wesson Governor?

The Governor features a forged stainless steel cylinder and a forged Scandium frame for high strength. It comes in various configurations, including models with Crimson Trace laser grips, and has rubber overmolded grips with finger grooves.

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