Sunday Shoot-a-Round # 187

Published on July 30, 2023
Duration: 40:41

This video features Hickok45 discussing and shooting a vintage 1981 Colt Python revolver with both .38 Special and .357 Magnum ammunition. He also shoots a 10mm FN 510 pistol, noting a magazine-related malfunction. The discussion touches on the popularity of revolvers, the history of the Colt Python, and personal anecdotes, including reflections on appreciating moments and avoiding distractions.

Quick Summary

Hickok45 discusses the enduring appeal of revolvers, showcasing a vintage 1981 Colt Python fired with .38 Special and .357 Magnum. He also addresses reliability concerns with a 10mm FN 510, attributing a malfunction to a 22-round magazine. The video touches on firearm history, accessory upgrades like Talon Grips, and personal reflections on appreciating life's moments.

Chapters

  1. 00:54Introduction & Tennessee Hills
  2. 01:08Buford Pusser & McNary County
  3. 01:11Mood for a Revolver: The Old Python
  4. 01:241981 Python Production Year
  5. 01:35Modern Pythons & Anacondas
  6. 01:43Revolver Popularity
  7. 02:13Vintage 6-inch Python
  8. 02:39Replacing a Lost Python
  9. 02:44Two Ends of the Spectrum: Python & FN 510
  10. 02:51Eyeballing the 10mm FN
  11. 03:06Proving 10mm Reliability
  12. 03:1110mm Issues (Glock 20)
  13. 03:20FN 510 Reliability So Far
  14. 03:24Talon Grips for FN 510 & 545
  15. 03:38Sandpaper Grips on FN 510
  16. 04:09Grip Confidence
  17. 04:28Loading .38 Special Ammo
  18. 04:32158 Grain Round Nose Flat Point
  19. 04:39Shooting Magnum vs. Special
  20. 04:51Revolver Person's Perspective
  21. 05:12Hitting the Gong
  22. 05:25Hitting the Bowling Pin
  23. 05:41Another 2 L Shot
  24. 05:45158 Grain Classic .38 Special
  25. 05:51Python's Original Design (.38 Special)
  26. 06:12Chambered in .357 Magnum
  27. 06:24Shooting the 10mm
  28. 06:41Reminder: Appreciating the Moment
  29. 06:50Miranda Lambert Concert Incident
  30. 07:53Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance
  31. 08:08Grand Canyon & Photography
  32. 09:54Advice: Get a 10mm
  33. 09:59Shooting 180 Grain 10mm Ammo
  34. 10:07Underwood Ammo: Range Ammo
  35. 10:17Shooting the FN 510
  36. 10:34FN 510 Malfunction (Deficiency)
  37. 10:41Magazine Grip Check
  38. 10:5810mm Power
  39. 11:03First Malfunction with FN 510
  40. 11:3822 Round Magazine Issue?
  41. 11:46200 Grain Underwood Ammo
  42. 12:21Short Mag Did It?
  43. 12:24Why Bring Them Out
  44. 12:34Malfunction Recap
  45. 13:05Thank You: Alabama Holster
  46. 13:11Carrying K6 XS
  47. 13:19Belt Holster from Alabama Holster
  48. 13:45Leather vs. Kydex Holsters
  49. 14:16Appreciating Firearm Design
  50. 14:44Appreciation for Sponsors
  51. 14:51Talon Grips & Ballast
  52. 14:57FN First Malfunction
  53. 15:16Marking Magazines
  54. 15:30Defensive Ammo Considerations
  55. 15:35Marking the Magazine with an 'X'
  56. 16:05Silly Thoughts on Malfunctions
  57. 16:08Shooting Magnums Through Python
  58. 16:20Winchester .357 Magnum Ammo
  59. 16:29Own a .357 Magnum Revolver
  60. 16:45.357 Magnum Cartridge History
  61. 16:50Registered Magnum & Model 27
  62. 17:00100 Years of .357 Magnum?
  63. 17:10Math & Ruger Security 380 Price
  64. 17:35Too Many Guns
  65. 17:37Magnums: Get Ears In
  66. 17:43Hitting the Gong with Magnums
  67. 17:45Time Lag Difference
  68. 18:03Magnums are Faster
  69. 18:14Cowboy Needs a Revolver
  70. 18:21Orange 2 Liter Target
  71. 18:27Avoiding Steel Post
  72. 18:35.357 Magnum Performance
  73. 18:40Keeping the Python
  74. 18:49Advice for Young People
  75. 19:09Be Careful Who You Hang Out With
  76. 19:20Average of Five People
  77. 20:43Small-Minded People
  78. 21:17Shooting 200 Grain JHP 10mm
  79. 21:3010mm Boom
  80. 21:41Felt Good
  81. 22:05Mag Empty, No Malfunction
  82. 22:11Blame the 22 Round Mag
  83. 22:18More Wisdom?
  84. 22:26Trip to Natchez, Mississippi
  85. 22:33Friendliness of Natchez People
  86. 22:43Touring Mansion & Plantation
  87. 22:57History: Cool & Dark Moments
  88. 23:04Slavery in History
  89. 23:31Books from Frogmore Plantation
  90. 23:4512 Years a Slave by Solomon Northup
  91. 24:03Chain to the Land Book
  92. 24:16Solomon Northup's Story
  93. 25:13Horrifying Experience
  94. 25:3712 Years as a Slave
  95. 25:58Movie Adaptation
  96. 26:07Eye-opening Reading
  97. 26:34Learning Through Reading
  98. 26:48Traveling to Specific Regions
  99. 26:55Battlefield Visits (Manassas, Shiloh)
  100. 27:35Cool Trip & Learning Experience
  101. 27:44Slow Learner
  102. 27:51Shooting the Python Again
  103. 28:04SMB Ammo
  104. 28:07Stinyl Ammo
  105. 28:16Sponsorship: Wideners.com
  106. 28:34Fun of Shooting a Revolver
  107. 28:51Another Gong Shot
  108. 29:05Shooting Left-Handed
  109. 29:07Alabama Holster Logo Hit
  110. 29:15Gunfund Targets
  111. 29:21Colt's Firearm Production
  112. 29:362020 Python Introduction
  113. 29:432020 Python Aberration
  114. 29:52Cylinder Not Advancing Issue
  115. 30:20Colt's Quick Fix
  116. 30:39Anaconda is Great
  117. 31:05No Problem with New Pythons
  118. 31:15Need for Anaconda
  119. 31:21Anaconda as Blown-Up Python
  120. 31:30Vintage Python Appreciation
  121. 31:38Vintage Python Ownership
  122. 31:50Remembering Ownership
  123. 31:54Townhouse Apartment Living
  124. 32:01Laurelwood Apartments, Franklin, TN
  125. 32:09Across from Magnolia Mansion
  126. 32:17Apartment P5
  127. 32:45Reloading Table
  128. 33:05Moving Out in '75
  129. 33:13Dating Firearms
  130. 33:15Model 29 & High Standard Shotgun
  131. 33:26Guns Let Go
  132. 33:318 .38s
  133. 33:45Associating Python with Apartment
  134. 34:03Making Up for Mistakes
  135. 34:09Python Made in the 60s
  136. 34:33Older Guns: Hand Fitting & Craftsmanship
  137. 34:45Older Guns More Desirable
  138. 34:50Second Generation Colt Single Actions
  139. 34:55Six Rounds to Place
  140. 35:01Sponsor Central
  141. 35:06Buds Gun Shop
  142. 35:07Alabama Holster Bullet Hit
  143. 35:09Talon Grips, Battle Steel, Wideners
  144. 35:18Six Shooter
  145. 35:23Intelligent Talk
  146. 35:34Event: Buds Gun Shop, Lexington, KY
  147. 36:02Update on Other Locations
  148. 36:05Sevierville, TN in September
  149. 36:19Guns to Clean
  150. 36:39Bring Out the Tin
  151. 36:46Magazine Testing
  152. 36:51Confidence in Firearm/Magazines
  153. 37:19First Malfunction in Mag
  154. 37:24Little 'X' Mark
  155. 37:36Plastic Piece Problem?
  156. 37:43Dad Humor
  157. 37:54Check for Ticks
  158. 38:05Tick Precautions: Avon
  159. 38:18Preventative Measures
  160. 38:33Cutting Trails
  161. 39:07Trees Grown Up
  162. 39:20Trails for Walking/Driving
  163. 39:39Ticks Lurk in Weeds
  164. 40:03Lesson on Ticks
  165. 40:11Thanks for Watching
  166. 40:15Check the Channel
  167. 40:27Recent Stupidity Recorded
  168. 40:36Talk to You Later
  169. 40:38Life is Good

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the significance of the 1981 Colt Python mentioned in the video?

The 1981 Colt Python is highlighted as a vintage model, noted for its beauty and historical significance. The speaker mentions it was originally designed as a .38 Special target revolver, with .357 Magnum chambering added later, and that such older firearms are often appreciated for their craftsmanship.

What issues were encountered with the FN 510 pistol?

During shooting, the FN 510 in 10mm Auto experienced a malfunction, specifically with its 22-round magazine. The speaker suspects the magazine might be the cause, as it was the first malfunction noted with this particular firearm.

What advice does Hickok45 offer regarding personal growth and friendships?

Hickok45 advises young people to be careful about their choice of friends, suggesting that we tend to become the average of the five people we associate with most. He emphasizes that unhealthy friendships can negatively impact one's own well-being and critical thinking abilities.

What ammunition types were used for the Colt Python and the FN 510?

For the Colt Python, both .38 Special (158-grain round nose flat point) and .357 Magnum (158-grain jacketed hollow point) ammunition were fired. The FN 510 was shot using 10mm Auto ammunition, including 180-grain and 200-grain loads from Underwood Ammo.

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