The Last Pocket Pistol I Would Ever Give Up!

Published on May 9, 2023
Duration: 23:00

Hickok45 reveals his ultimate pocket pistol choice: the Smith & Wesson 642 Airweight. He meticulously eliminates numerous popular compacts, prioritizing reliability, extreme light weight, and consistent function over capacity or caliber in a pocket carry scenario. The S&W 642's simplicity and proven track record make it the last pocket pistol he'd give up.

Quick Summary

Hickok45's ultimate pocket pistol choice is the Smith & Wesson 642 Airweight. He prioritizes its extreme reliability, light weight, and consistent function in any condition over higher capacity or caliber, making it the last pocket pistol he'd give up.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction: The Ultimate Pocket Pistol Question
  2. 01:34The Full Lineup of Pocket Pistols
  3. 05:16Eliminating the Contenders: Early Cuts
  4. 07:34Revolver Showdown: Kimber K6s vs. S&W 642
  5. 08:16Narrowing Down the Semi-Automatics
  6. 10:34Final Eliminations: .380 vs. 9mm/.38 Special
  7. 11:42The Final Three: Glock 43X, Sig P365, S&W 642
  8. 16:42The Winner: S&W 642 Airweight Revealed

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hickok45's ultimate pocket pistol choice?

Hickok45 selects the Smith & Wesson 642 Airweight as the last pocket pistol he would ever give up. He emphasizes its extreme reliability, incredibly light weight, and consistent performance regardless of clothing or environment as the deciding factors.

Why did Hickok45 choose the S&W 642 Airweight over other compacts?

The S&W 642 Airweight was chosen for its paramount importance of light weight and absolute reliability for pocket carry. While other pistols offered higher capacity or different calibers, the 642's simplicity and proven track record in any condition made it the ultimate choice.

Which popular pocket pistols were eliminated by Hickok45?

Hickok45 eliminated many popular models including the Springfield XDS, Glock 42, Kahr PM9, Kimber K6s, Ruger LCP variants, Glock 43, and Springfield Hellcat. Factors included capacity, weight, ergonomics, and preference for 9mm or .38 Special over .380 ACP.

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