1st Look: S&W 627 Performance Center & PDW Raider Pants

Published on June 24, 2025
Duration: 16:34

This video provides a first look at the Prometheus Design Works Raider Pants and the Smith & Wesson 627 Performance Center revolver. The Raider Pants are praised for their pocket layout, including a dedicated pocket for items like a Surefire Stiletto or chapstick, and an internal pocket for secure carry. The S&W 627 is highlighted as a cool, eight-shot revolver chambered in .357 Magnum/.38 Special, suitable for learning revolver operation and for enjoyable shooting. The presenter demonstrates the Rune Nation Cold Start drill with the revolver, acknowledging the challenges of double-action trigger press and the need for practice with speed loaders and holsters.

Quick Summary

The Smith & Wesson 627 Performance Center is an eight-shot revolver chambered in .357 Magnum and .38 Special, praised for its appeal and utility in learning revolver operation. Prometheus Design Works Raider Pants offer durable construction with smart pocketing, including an internal pocket for secure carry and an external one for quick access items.

Chapters

  1. 00:15Prometheus Design Works Raider Pants Intro
  2. 00:43Raider Pants Pocket Features
  3. 01:45New Pocket Design on Raider Pants
  4. 02:25Internal Pocket Utility
  5. 03:02Tourniquet and Phone Pocket Placement
  6. 03:27Stash Pocket Evolution
  7. 04:09Raider Pants Material
  8. 04:22Smith & Wesson 627 Performance Center Intro
  9. 05:25S&W 627 Specs: 8-Shot .357/.38
  10. 05:49Revolver as a Weapon System
  11. 06:36The Joy of a Cool Gun
  12. 06:58Ammunition Purchase
  13. 07:08Rune Nation Cold Start Drill Explained
  14. 07:22Reloading Challenges
  15. 07:49Loading the S&W 627
  16. 08:09Cold Start Drill - No Holster
  17. 08:35Cold Start Drill Performance
  18. 10:25Cold Start Drill Score
  19. 11:07Trigger Press Issues
  20. 11:21Slow Fire Practice
  21. 11:28Adjustable Sights
  22. 12:09Steel Target Shooting
  23. 12:4315 Yard Steel Shooting
  24. 13:0025 Yard Shooting
  25. 13:2450 Yard Shooting
  26. 13:42Final Thoughts on S&W 627
  27. 14:00Personal Shooting Weaknesses
  28. 14:44Future Practice Plans
  29. 15:05Grip Options
  30. 15:18Speed Loaders and Holster Importance
  31. 15:30Long-Term Appeal of the 627
  32. 16:11Final Shot

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key features of the Prometheus Design Works Raider Pants?

The Raider Pants are praised for their durable construction and thoughtful pocket design. They include multiple belt loops, a dedicated external pocket for items like a flashlight or chapstick, and an internal pocket within the main pockets for secure carry and organization.

What are the specifications of the Smith & Wesson 627 Performance Center revolver?

The Smith & Wesson 627 Performance Center is an eight-shot revolver chambered in .357 Magnum and .38 Special. It is noted for its appeal as a 'cool gun' and a valuable platform for learning revolver operation and improving shooting skills.

What is the Rune Nation Cold Start drill?

The Rune Nation Cold Start drill is a shooting exercise that begins on a buzzer. It typically involves shooting a specific number of rounds into low and high probability targets, followed by a mandatory reload, testing speed and accuracy under timed conditions.

What challenges did the presenter face while shooting the S&W 627?

The presenter struggled with the double-action trigger press of the S&W 627, leading to dropped rounds and a less-than-ideal performance during the Cold Start drill. This highlighted the need for dedicated practice with revolvers.

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