The Safety of Single Action Revolvers! Proving the FBI is RIGHT!

This guide details the handling and shooting techniques for the Cimarron Schofield 5-inch revolver, as demonstrated by Hickok45. It covers safe loading, firing, and ejection procedures, emphasizing safety practices for older revolvers. The instruction comes from an expert with decades of experience with Schofield models.

This guide details the loading and firing techniques for a variety of handguns, from 1805 muzzleloaders to modern semi-automatics. It covers black powder loading, percussion cap ignition, cartridge loading for revolvers and semi-automatics, and the use of suppressors. Expert instruction emphasizes safe handling throughout the process.

This guide, presented by a firearms instructor with years of experience, breaks down the key differences between striker-fired and hammer-fired pistols. It covers their mechanical advantages and disadvantages, common user errors, and considerations for concealed carry. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for new gun owners to make informed choices and operate their firearms safely and effectively.

This video demonstrates a critical safety hazard associated with revolvers, specifically the danger posed by the cylinder gap. Mr. Madness, an experienced shooter, uses a Kimber K6s in .357 Magnum to show how escaping gases and debris can cause injury. The demonstration highlights the importance of maintaining a safe grip and keeping fingers away from the cylinder gap during firing.

This video explains different handgun carry conditions, focusing on why Condition Two (hammer down on a live round) is generally discouraged for 1911-style pistols. It advocates for Condition One (cocked and locked) as the recommended carry method, detailing the risks associated with manually lowering the hammer on a loaded chamber. The instructor also demonstrates the safe procedure for dry firing a 1911.

This guide details the operation of the M26 shotgun's reversible charging handle, folding bolt, and manual safety. It covers how to cycle the action, chamber rounds, and engage/disengage the safety. The video emphasizes the reversible nature of the charging handle for ambidextrous use and notes the folding bolt handle's convenience. Proper safety procedures are implicitly highlighted through the demonstration of manual controls.

This video critically reviews five handguns deemed unsuitable for concealed carry by TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator. The analysis focuses on practical issues like reliability, concealability, metallurgy, and effectiveness in self-defense scenarios, highlighting specific models from Bersa, Ruger, Taurus, Magnum Research, and Kel-Tec. The speaker's extensive experience and direct references to personal ownership and observed failures lend significant authority to his assessments.

The Yankee Marshal provides a practical, budget-conscious review of new handguns available for under $200, focusing on reliability and self-defense utility for a college student. He highlights five specific models, detailing their pros and cons based on extensive personal experience and current market pricing, emphasizing value for money in the entry-level firearm market.

TheYankeeMarshal, an established firearms commentator with practical self-defense knowledge, outlines critical 'don'ts' for concealed carry. He emphasizes avoiding dangerous methods like Mexican carry and pocket carry without holsters, and discourages less secure options such as small of back, improper shoulder holster use, and ankle carry. The guide stresses the importance of proper holsters with reliable retention and safe access, drawing on real-world safety incidents and extensive personal experience.

This guide, informed by TheYankeeMarshal's extensive experience with 14 1911s, helps viewers navigate the diverse 1911 market. It provides specific recommendations based on budget and intended use, from entry-level Springfield Armory GI series to concealed carry options like the Kimber Pro Carry and Para Slim Hawg, value-packed Springfield Armory Loaded series, near-custom Dan Wesson CBOB, and the highly recommended Colt Combat Commander as a customizable platform.