Shooting the wildest gun in America

This video argues for the resurgence of revolvers in concealed carry, highlighting eight key benefits over modern polymer semi-automatics. The instructor emphasizes their inherent reliability, simplicity of operation, versatile trigger options (double-action/single-action), lack of a manual safety requirement, exceptional durability, wide range of available calibers, potential for superior accuracy in single-action mode, and the pure joy of shooting them. The content is presented from the perspective of a firearms instructor.

This video argues for the resurgence of revolvers in concealed carry, highlighting their reliability, simplicity, and unique features. The instructor emphasizes that while semi-automatics dominate the market, revolvers offer distinct advantages like consistent reliability, ease of operation, dual-action trigger options, inherent safety without manual safeties, superior durability, a wider range of powerful calibers, and often greater accuracy in single-action mode. The joy of shooting a revolver is also presented as a significant benefit.

This guide details essential techniques for handling and shooting the Smith & Wesson 686 Plus revolver, as demonstrated by an experienced firearm reviewer. It covers proper grip to avoid gas burns, effective double-action and single-action trigger control for accuracy, efficient reloading methods, and achieving surprising accuracy at 100 yards with the 3-inch barrel. The instruction emphasizes practical application for home defense and concealed carry scenarios.

This guide details the process of loading and shooting the Smith & Wesson 986 2.5" 9mm revolver, emphasizing efficient moon clip reloading. The demonstration showcases proficient firearm handling and safe operation by an experienced individual on an outdoor range. It highlights the speed achievable with moon clips for revolvers.

TheYankeeMarshal, an experienced firearms instructor, strongly advises against 'fast draw' or 'bang-bang' training methods. He explains that attempting to make drawing and firing simultaneous is unnatural, dangerous, and can lead to accidental self-inflicted wounds due to premature trigger pulls. Furthermore, such aggressive techniques are not realistic for self-defense and carry significant legal risks, potentially resulting in jail time. The instructor emphasizes that this type of training was not common prior to 20 years ago and is fundamentally flawed.

This guide, presented by an experienced instructor, details the critical importance of using the correct ammunition caliber for firearms, specifically highlighting issues with .22LR in a .22 Magnum chambered revolver. It demonstrates how incorrect ammunition can lead to case expansion, debris buildup, and significant accuracy deviations, emphasizing safety and proper firearm function. The video also points to Ammo Squared as a resource for ensuring correct ammunition delivery.

This video provides a visual demonstration of terminal ballistics using a clay block as a medium. It showcases the differing effects of .22 LR, 9mm Luger, and 5.56mm NATO rounds fired from distinct firearms, including a Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard, a Canik pistol, and an AR-15 equipped with a Primary Arms optic. The expert instruction highlights the comparative damage and expansion characteristics of each caliber.

This guide details the operation of the Altor Single Shot Pistol, a budget-friendly firearm chambered in 9mm Luger. It covers the unique loading, firing, and unloading procedures, emphasizing the manual nature of its operation. The demonstration highlights safe handling practices on an outdoor range, suitable for beginners familiarizing themselves with basic firearm manipulation.

This video demonstrates the basic operation of the Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard, a unique .22LR pistol designed to fold into a credit card-sized form factor. The demonstration covers unfolding the firearm, loading a single round, firing, and then folding it for storage. It highlights the LifeCard's extreme portability and simple single-shot functionality, suitable for discreet carry or as a backup firearm.

This video demonstrates fundamental firearm reloading and operation techniques for several handguns. It showcases the unique folding mechanism of the Trailblazer Firearms LifeCard, the magazine insertion and slide release on a Bersa Thunder 380, and similar operations on a CZ P-07. The instruction comes from a practitioner with smooth weapon manipulation skills.