Why did I want THIS gun? Part 23- Rossi Model 92 in .357 Magnum, .38 Special 16” barrel stainless

This review of the Henry SPD Hush .357 Magnum/.38 Special lever-action rifle highlights its features as a modern suppressor host with a carbon fiber barrel and M-LOK forend. While acknowledging its fun factor and nostalgic appeal, the review details practical limitations, including challenging reloading procedures, potential feeding issues with .38 Special, and accuracy limitations typical of lever-action platforms. The presenter, Ivan Skipper of Skippper.com, provides detailed ballistic data from various ammunition types tested at 50 yards.

This review of the Henry SPD HUSH 357 Magnum highlights its innovative design as a factory-tuned lever-action rifle. The Special Products Division (SPD) engineers have created a lightweight, suppressor-ready platform with a carbon fiber barrel and a 1:20 twist rate capable of stabilizing both .357 Magnum and .38 Special ammunition. The rifle offers a comfortable shooting experience with minimal recoil, making it suitable for various applications from home defense to hunting.

This review covers the Rock Island Armory AL3.1 revolver, highlighting its suitability for concealed carry. The firearm is constructed from stainless steel, features a 2-inch barrel, and has a 6-shot capacity chambered for .357 Magnum or .38 Special. The speaker, an experienced individual, notes its comfortable rubber grips, smooth double-action and crisp single-action trigger pulls, and practical sights. It's presented as a simple, stout, close-range option weighing around 1.5 pounds.

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a variety of firearms available for purchase, highlighting specific models, calibers, and prices. The presenters discuss new sponsorships, including Base Racing Fuel, and mention other local businesses supporting their racing endeavors. The video also features a segment on firearm safety and a motivational message about kindness and avoiding negativity.

This video provides an expert overview of the Heritage Manufacturing Model 92 lever-action rifle. The instructor highlights its traditional wood and steel construction, paying homage to John Browning's designs. Key features discussed include the 24-inch octagonal barrel, blued steel finish, semi-buckhorn sights, 12-round capacity, and the versatility of the .357 Magnum chambering, which also accepts .38 Special ammunition. The rifle also incorporates a modern top-mounted manual safety.

The speaker, with over 40 years of firearms experience, discusses various handguns and rifles, offering opinions on brands like Kimber, Glock, and SIG Sauer. He emphasizes the importance of proper firearm maintenance, trigger quality, and the debate between hammer-fired and striker-fired platforms. The discussion also touches on Second Amendment rights, gun control legislation in different states, and personal defense strategies, highlighting the need for firearm safety training regardless of carry laws.

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.