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This arm issue during national service

You are better served using ballistol on the wood grips, which is designed for wood (and leather, metal). Rem oil, which is petroleum based, is not beneficial to wood and can degrade it over time.

Just found this channel ! Looks like excellent content. Sub.

I enjoy your deep dives videos, but you are mistaken about the key takeaways from the 1986 Miami shootout. Revolvers were not the problem and the shootout did not cause the FBI to prioritize semi-auto pistols. The two FBI agents that were killed were armed with semi-auto pistols (which you mention). Those semi-autos performed fine (although one of the pistols took a direct hit). And it was a revolver that finally ended the fight. The key takeaways from the shootout were 1) the need for more effective pistol ammo and 2) the importance of rifles in a gun fight. The two FBI agents were killed by the Mini-14 rifle at close range. The FBI seemed to forget the lessons learned from the 1930s when rifles were essential tools against criminals armed with automatic rifles and submachine guns.

I have a 681 4 in stamped nysp great gun

Very interesting presentation! Looks like a great revolver.

Is this the 459

It is always pleasant to watch videos created by people with knowledge common sense and also manners. And NO, I am not a revolver person, own just one 44 Mag Redhawk. Well maybe at my advanced age I will decide to add a nice revolver to my collection.......

I have an NYSP 681. Everything you need. No more, no less. I have come to appreciate fixed sights on a no nonsense revolver.

A great education on an often confusing topic for new collectors. Thank you!!!

A great quality revolver! The Model 67, the stainless steel version of the Model 15, is also a fine example of S&Ws craftsmanship during that 60’s-early/mid 90’s timeframe.

My collection appears to mirror your collection of S&W pistols. You seem to be the only one out there doing these awesome reviews on this period of time of S&W’s quality! THANK YOU!!!

Nice video! I too was looking for a 3904 but came across a 909 in really great condition maybe 8-9 years ago. Still one of my favorites despite being a "value series" gun.

Thanks for video. I love these 4" .357 magnums "without" the adjustable sights. Police Service Six's and the Speed Six's from Ruger are others I keep my radar honed for as well as these. Beautiful. Thanks again.

The 681 was the L frame equivalent the K frame 65. The fixed sights on both were the poorest part of the revolvers.

I have the 686. There is a recall on this model. If the recall was performed, you will have a M stamp. From what a S&W rep said, the K frame did have an issue with even +P .38 Special with revolvers made before 1980. The NYPD stopped issuing the service ammunition for .38 Special in 2018. Every officer after 1992 was issued a 9mm pistol. You will not see a New York Cop carrying a revolver in uniform.

The sights were almost impossible to see unless the shooter used some model airplane dope on them. I like to paint the front sight white and let it dry and put fluorescent red or orange over the white. It seems to show up better that way. Then the back sight could be painted black and all was well.

I'd like to point out that it also has the service hammer and combat trigger. A 686 typically has the target hammer and target trigger. Very nice find.

Hope you’re doing better like your stories and Gun reviews

So the story is that the Conrail Railroad Police carried these in the late 80s into the 90s. However, due to the dept rules the dept only issued a .38 special cartridge (I don't know what kind). This was in the Pennsylvania north east corridor. A former Conrail officer has his.

I haven't seen one of those in person but have heard a story about them. Wow

I love it. It really does with that sleeve and extra rds.

Sounds like you are from Ohio.

The 469 & 669 were very popular models with law enforcement, a nice upgrade in firepower and capacity from the old Model 36. Thank you for the review!

I have a model 30 here. But it has a J and Numbers inside the frame when I open the cylinder. Is it the 30-1 model? What was the range of years it was made? Very cool and detailed vídeo 👏🏼

I've got a 1979 28-2 six'' - beast of a gun.

I bought a used 14-3 that has Combat Model 15 conversions. The frame butt has been rounded allowing rubber grips for great double action performance (Two handed or single) and the front sight has been replaced with a Model 15 ramp sight for no snag holster withdraws . The 6 Inch barrel gives me stopping power using lighter loads while still providing expansion meaning I enjoy less recoil and deliver better accuracy. For me, it's perfect for nightstand, in-home self protection. Some may call it a Frankenstein..... but I sure love it.

I have the 9mm Tactical and it is an absolute dream. Just got it and I think it's the best pistol I own.

I have a 1976 HP and its such a perfect revolve, Seems mine got a little extra polish on the barrel and thats okay. thank you for your content sir

Excellent video! I always enjoy your videos. The Model 13 is a fine revolver, one that often is overlooked by folks in general. I do like adding the Tyler T-Grips on these particular type of grips. The T-Grips make the grips sit better in the hand for extended range sessions.

I think the story that you mention (at 19:26) is true. The guns were destroyed after they were turned in. Very sad indeed. (I was issued the 13-3 round butt, 3" barrel in 1987 and carried it for a few years. Great revolver.)

I have one. It was gift from a dear friend for my birthday! How cool is that? It's like new, and functions perfectly. I did delete the mag safety. I like it much better. To do that without scratching anything is a little tricky. I took a guitar pick, slid it under the rear sight tab front on the left to lift it out of the slot, then gently turn 90 deg to the left and it pops up and out. Remove the plunger under it that pushes the ejector down without a mag that causes the action, reassemble, and then you should put a slightly stronger spring under the extractor, and you got it with no negative results. Just use the pick to guide the tab back into the slot with the same care. But I really like the thing. It's like a model 19, and a 1911 had a kid! And the trigger is superb! Plus racking, and thumb cocking is like butter. 100% dependable, full size, light, and well controllable. Great vid! Thanks!

Found this channel because I’m looking to buy a Model 36 No Dash and saw your video. You do a great job and I don’t know how it took me so long to find your channel! Thank you for the well researched and amazingly delivered knowledge.

I bought one new in the 80s and I still have it and love it

There is no need for this system except as an extra layer of "perceived" safety by the higher ups! A double/single action or single action only system is superior. Or go with a striker fired system!

I just bought a .38 version in a 3.5” barrel, nickel and the current grip is pearl. Not sure if it’s original, but I won it at an auction for $125. Trying to decide if i have it restored or leave it as it is.

Do you have any spare takedown levers for the P224? Got one for a great price but the TDL is broken.

My first center fire revolver model 28-2 Still have it, pinned barrel and recessed chambers. Fun to shoot.

Could you or somebody please explain what the difference is between silver/stainless M19 snub nose and this M66 snub nose revolvers? Both have the same design and finish. But why are they called M19 and M66? Exactly same revolvers!

I have a 1965 m36 mint condition also. No box i wish but it eas givin to me by a friend/ client just came out eith it in a gun bag said do you want this i have no use for it any more i of course said yes asking if there was a box witch she hsd thrown away anyway beautiful gun never been shot only at the factory. Cool huh

one of the most underrated handguns ever. these things are so nice. wish they got more love. you should try the TLR7X it fits the gun so perfectly. federal law enforcement guns are destroyed when replaced. that's why you don't see them on the secondary market. agents aren't even allowed to by their old guns.

I carried the SW model 22 357 mag for 30 months as a patrolman in Texas from 1970 to 1973. Only required to use it to dispatch injured animals on duty but fired hundreds of target rounds. It was certainly a smooth pistol to fire. I gave it up for bigger things when I re-entered the Army but I keep my eye out for another.

I feel the P239 mostly shines in 40 S&W or 357 sig. Glock is the only manufacturer still making subcompacts in those calibers. The P239 and P224 are basically SIG versions of the Glock 27 and Glock 33 for people who dislike polymer striker fired handguns. I think the CZ 2075 Rami scratches the 9mm DA/SA aluminum frame compact pistol itch a bit better than a P239.

Carried this from 73. to 93 every time I was overseas with the Air Force (along with the M16) and enjoyed range time every year!

I'm doing some homework, this comes in the tactical form too?

Bummer about having to hide your face because of someone’s anti constitutional believe’s. That being said, love the 36, I’ve had a 1980’s model but sold due to picking up a 1965 Colt DS.

I have a Rossi copy in 32 long. Fun little snubby. What fascinates me about the 32 is that we went from Colt Dragoons, 45LC, 44-40, etc and then suddenly switched to diminutive calibers like 32 and 38 S&W.

I did two Vietnam tours in Fighter Squadron 92 flying F-4 Phantom fighters off the USS Enterprise. We were given the choice of carrying a .38 revolver or the S&W model 39 and I carried the 39 for over 100 missions. Blued steel slide, black aluminum frame and nice wood grips...very much a commercial style pistol. The time frame was 1967-1969.

Great video on some fabulous guns. Gosh I wish I could find them. Good job comparing them.