As a gun enthusist, retired law enforcement and former horseman. I believe this video has a lot of useful information for someone considering carrying a handgun on horseback. I like how Dewayne goes into holsters and ammunition. Never, never, use any kind of clip on holster while riding a horse. A good retention device on a belt holster is a must. Dewayne's advice about gun choice and ammo is solid information. Good work Dewayne.
People really don’t understand how terrifying and dangerous wild dogs can be… They’re usually shocked when I explain that’s it’s not uncommon for them to attack and eat livestock or wildlife alive. Thanks for bringing it up
We have 300 acres in Ohio, 90 is woods, and accounting for the neighboring properties theres close to 500 acres of woods connected. People act like I’m crazy for carrying on a family farm, but I’ve seen dogs deep in the woods that I’m sure haven’t seen a human in a long time. They’re not gonna catch me slippin. Haha
I was a homesteader in Central TX on an old, abandoned ranch and we raised blue healers, cattle, goats and pot bellied pigs for sale. Coyotes, strays and bobcats really did not stand a chance against a pack of healers, impressively. I walked the almost 400 acres as a kid with them and they basically scoured the land for varmint.
I got ran up a tree and had to spend the night up there when a pack got after me 5 years ago. I had a pistol on me and shot and killed 6 of them and they still were after me so I saved the rest of my bullets and waited them out. I figured I might need the rest of the bullets for the trip out. It was an interesting backpacking trip to say the least
"The best one to carry is the one you shoot best" *applause* I catch grief from friends because my personal carry is a S&W Model 39-2 that I purchased in 1987. Everyone wants me to carry the latest .45 and it has to be the bang-bang of the week, or it isn't a good firearm. My old 9mm still fires great groups, is it exceedinly broken in, and it feels... right... in my hand. Nothing wrong with the KNOTB.... This gray-haired old guy is fine with his old firearm.
Horses, 1911s & leather holsters! Your set up is nearly spot on to my own. Down to my ammo choice. I always carry when I ride. 27 year old woman, love teaching firearms & self-defense training. Dad & I preach everything you’ve said to our students.
Agree 100%. As a younger man I carried a S&W Airlight series .357 magnum 7 shot revolver. Once the cool wore off I came to the conclusion that it was pure punishment to shoot with full magnum loads. So I parted with it. Currently carrying a 9mm Sig Sauer p365X. Im probably not going to come across aggressive wildlife here in Indiana. Being a maintenance Tech in a Steelmill I cant carry to work anyway. Love the content,keep up the solid work.
I have a P365XL with a red dot and I love it. 18 rounds, comfortable, and accurate as can be. My job also says we can’t carry but anytime we leave for work at least 3 guys on the crew including myself have a gun on us at all times. Especially when they send us to places like Detroit, Chicago, Tuscaloosa and anywhere in California.
@@dc76384I got a shield 9mm from the performance center when they first hit, I think it hides great. Have a red dot on it now, and can afford to shoot often enough to be confident at 30/40 yards one handed. It may not be my first choice in the woods, but it is in town
Blessing from a land down under. We have severe gun restrictions here in Australia which makes this irrelevant to us BUT I find this very interesting and well reasoned. Thanks, Dewayne.
@@jeffmcdonald101 You are incorrect in assuming you will be given a permit. There are many illogical restrictions. For example, if I were a professional shooter doing pest/vermin control, I could go through a long and arduous process to acquire a "silencer" which is really a sound reducing device to protect the shooter's hearing. It does not silence anything. However, as a primary producer or a volunteer doing the same work, I cannot get a permit. The same applies to being able to own and use a semi-automatic rifle. The government decided that I can only have a handgun for use at a pistol club or as a collector, even if I would like to carry one for humanly putting down an injured animal or even sport on my own property. Neither I nor any of my firearms have ever harmed or even threatened anyone but I am treated like a criminal. I can go out and buy any number of motor vehicles which have been used to kill more people than firearms without restriction. Same with knives, hammers, and many other objects that far exceed firearms' usage in crimes.
@@jeffmcdonald101I live in rural America and used to think similarly. Figured the violence is in the cities. Which for the most part is still true. Then we had a guy running around a mall, that was an hour north of me, with a knife stabbing people to death. Eventually an off duty cop shot him. But they released security footage of the attack and watching defenseless people trying to hide or defend their families with nothing is a terrible sight to see. I just started my family at that point, and I made up my mind after watching that attack, that I would not allow that to happen to my family. No matter if the whole world thought I was a nut and it was inconvenient to carry and train. No matter if I spent my whole life being prepared to defend my family in vain. My job as father is to protect. Hopefully it is all in vain. But I’ll be ready. I say all that to say don’t be naive. Violent people have and always will exist. If it ain’t a gun, they’ll find another way. Evil never stops until a good guy stops em. If you’re ok in the ultra rare event watching those you love die defenseless and waiting for law enforcement then so be it. I love my family and even strangers around me too much to chance it. I don’t see myself as a vigilante, but more of like a shield and hopefully a source of strength for my family and community.
I would add , don't shoot from horseback, too much chance of a wreck. In bear country I have a big bore rifle, near side up front in a scabbard. Carrying while working, handguns get full of dirt and need usually isn't there. Agree with you 100%. Been watching you forever. 78 yr old retired police officer and lifelong horsebacker and packer.
Great video, I have been a gun guy for 56 years. My Dad started us off shooting his guns when we were 12 or 13 and taught us gun safety and drilled it into our heads. All three of my Brothers and all of my cousins that lived next door. We lived in southern Indiana. We hunted. Were talking 1966 to 1973. Great video. Thanks Dwayne.
I am 64 lived in Nevada my whole life. Being afflicted with a severe incurable case of Hunting and Fishing disorder I spend on a 40 year average I have spent 150 days annually in the hills. Hunted in most western states seen hundreds of Wranglers and Cowboys in the out of doors. During my teens and 20s only ever saw one of them with anything other than a Colt Woodsman 22 pistol. The one had 38 s&w model 10 4 inch. He was about 70. In Nevada they all had a 22. If the had a saddle gun it was almost always a model 94 25 35. Now when I see them they have all types of both. Knew a Cowboy in Chalis Idaho used a high standard 22 mag. Revolver and a marlin 336 35 rem. Just to add to the discussion.
As I'm watching and listening to you, I glanced over at my cabinet and saw my two boxes of Buffalo Bore 147 gr +P in 9mm. I respect that you prefer the 45. I saw a video of a guide who used the Buffalo Bore in 9mm to kill a charging Brown Bear in Alaska. I live in NW Montana and we have a large population of Grizzlies. So, that's what I carry in my Glock 19 when I'm in the woods or camping. For everyday carry, I load the Norma MHP (Monolithic Hollow Point). It's 108 grains, but very fast @ 1312 fps and creates a huge wound channel. Great video, Duane.
Exactly dad traded an old 66 convertible tempest for a DTIAR 15 awesome. The transaction was from one retired army to another older, retired army! True gentlemen
Dewayne, thank you so much for your two videos on Handguns and Rifles on horseback. My favorite or preferred was a 44 magnum in a Ruger, Super RedRedhawk. I don’t remember the brand, but it was a great quality chest holster. For elk hunting I put a Leopold to power scope on it. I hand loaded and it was very accurate out to 100 yards. Took a very fine elk with it in Utah. Thank you for your great content and God Bless.
Great topic brother! I really enjoy hearing your stories and experience on both channels. I agree with you that wild dogs are often a threat most don't think of. I rarely have the opportunity to ride horses these days but I camp in the back country Every chance I get. Tennessee doesn't have a lot of deep backwoods anymore and I usually find I carry a .22 convertible with 3.5 barrel and birdshead grip. It's just the most comfortable carry for me. When I'm in an area I need something larger I carry a .45 with 3.5 barrel and birdshead grip. A man's side arm should be as personally fit to him as his boots just not necessarily relied on as often. Thank you for all you do and the advice you give! I know some people give you a lot of grief but many of us greatly respect you and appreciate the time you give.
Good video as always. My professional opinion....... The best firearm is the one that You have with You when it is needed...... Thank You. Have a great day, JR
This is great and practical knowledge! Great collection of handguns you carry for different purposes and needs ! I really like the short barrel .44 Bisley you showed , what a great carry firearm, that’s a great package ! I agree with your choices of models and calibers ! It took my all my life to work my way into a chest holster , don’t know why it took me so long except as I approached my 80’s hip carry with a top notch holster was getting so it wasn’t that comfortable all day ! I agree a good top quality leather gun belt is a must for comfort! In a chest carry rig now with a 6 ctg strip , I carry either my .357 mag or I switch and carry my .44 mag both are S&W with 6” barrels ! My S&W 617 with 4 “ barrel 10 shot .22 LR I moved it from hip carry to chest carry and like the system well !! Great information video , well done !!!
if you're a semi-auto guy and not a 1911 guy, you're wrong. I am a 44 Mag fan, 357 fan, buffalo bore fan, and cast my own. But all hail John Moses Browning.
@@AaronCurtright The answer to the gun debate is WHATEVE IS RELIABLE THAT YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH. a gun is a damn gun, but if it don't shoot when you pull that trigger, it's a paperweight. If you can't handle it properly, then you sure as shit are just a danger to yourself with it.
@@KEPSAGAMER its really just a question on how ammo you want to spend to get comfortable with a certain pistol platform. I prefer a USP in 45ACP as opposed to a 1911.
Something else to consider is practice shooting and reloading with the less dominant hand. Say your horse gets spooked and you fall off on your dominant shooting arm and break a bone. Just a thought.
It has been decades since I owned a horse, and that was before I could legally carry a handgun, in Texas, but, I thoroughly enjoyed this presentation. I appreciate your mention of the Ruger SP101, and will say a hearty “amen!” Age is really catching up with me, and the SP101 is one of the few handguns that still works well, in my right hand, for one-handed shooting*. It helps that I have skinny fingers, so can get my little finger firmly onto the factory SP101 grip, and the “heel” of that grip is just long enough to firmly brace against the “heel bone” part of my weapon hand, which adds another firm point of contact that most “compact” handguns do not do, for me. I have 2.25”, 3”, and 4” SP101 fiveguns, and just might stand in line, in the rain, for a chance to buy a 5” SP101, should that become available. I still love several other handgun systems, but the ones I trust that I can manipulate properly, in an emergency, are diminishing. The ones I will still tote include the full-sized, all-steel, 5” 1911, single-action sixguns, and especially some Glocks. I gradually learned to appreciate Glocks while using them as police duty pistols; otherwise I might have never bought into the Glock system. Another “amen” regarding holsters and belts. *In an emergency, one hand may well be needed for another purpose, at the same time one needs to shoot.
I like the ammo weight consideration. Ammo aint weightless. In Afghanistan climbing the mountains 7.62x51 belt fed weighs rougly 7lbs per 100, typically load for a machine gun was 1000rds. Well thats 70lbs and you always had to weigh likelihood of contact because climbing a few thousand feet up a mountain can make that individual nearly combat ineffective so it is critical to asses likelihood of contact....either in Kunar Providence AFG or.....back country predator country. Great video.
Great video! Very informative, very interesting. Thanks Dewayne! I love the old Colt 1873 Army with a 7.5 inch barrel. I once joked to my father that I was going to carry one as my concealed carry weapon. He asked me "How the hell are you going to conceal it?" I said "The same way they did back in the day, with a coat that hangs all the way to my ankles." Winter carry only, of course. I'm big enough and tall enough to pull it off too but, as you said, it's just not practical.
You can hide them weak side/appendix weak side with a tucked in shirt. Easiest way. Leave a button undone to reach in and draw. A dress tie covers the undone button nicely. NO HOLSTER.
I always wanted a breaktop Schofield replica in .45 Colt. There is an outfit milling the top of the cylinder to take .45 ACP* in moonclips...suddenly the SA cowboy gun is not so slow to reload! {!-{> *I wouldn't put +P in it...probably...
I enjoyed the video. I use to guide a lot, and most of the time I carried my double action 357 mag in a shoulder holster. When i worked cattle, i normally carried my ruger single action 22 on my saddle. For taking grouse for supper. Im right handed, so I made a holster with a calvary style flap that buckled over the but and fastened to my left rear D-ring. Then it was out of the way of my rope, and lets face it, we aren't getting in running gun battles. A couple of years ago a friend of mine talked me into helping him make one.
Great video, Sir! It is lovely when you can start putting a sweater back on. It's always nice to see people responsibly carrying a sidearm while riding (or hiking, biking). That was a very informative video, you have quite a collection. It's definitely a trial and error process to see what works for the individual. I tried various setups before settling on a chest holster (Gunfighters, Inc Kenai, great product). Love that it's out of the way from the saddles and just nice to get things off my belt while riding. But to each their own. Always love your content.
Dwayne! I'm a little upset that you didn't have a cigar with me in this here video ... But I'll forgive you. The topic is a favorite one to my American heart 🤗
I am learning something so new. Coming from 'downunder' and a clay bird shooting family; it was shotguns. Your expertise is something else due to being so practical and sensible. I hope the young men and no doubt there could be some women learn from what you are teaching.
Years ago, I was an elk guide here in Colorado, one of our guides was on a horse, through the guide, he had a 357 in a shoulder rig, anyway the guide landed on his pistol, broke a couple ribs
Great, Valuable wisdom in this video! When I was younger working for ranches in the past in Craig Colorado and North Park we would rarely carry firearms when horseback unless we were moving cattle larger distances in high country areas. These were situations where we could run into something more often than not. We used to move cows up in Federal land in North park, south of Walden where, Black and brown bears and big cats were known to be. Now that my ranch is further east of Colorado Springs, I will only on rare occasions decide to carry a small single action hand gun or saddle gun depending on where and when we are moving cattle.The situation like you said is for that occasional wild dog or "neighbors that let their dogs run loose altercation", which is no joke as it has happened to me. Another occasion is checking or gathering cows after a good rain storm which seems to bring the rattle snakes out of their prairie dog holes for the next day or two. Again, this video should be shared with anybody who decides to carry armed weather they are horseback, camping, hiking or just going to the supermarket to supply up!
I did a video on my channel a few months ago. That is very similar to this one. Only you delivered it a whole lot better, Dwayne, I'm sure. Thanks for the video, and stay tough, cowboy!!!
It is always so interesting to hear about handguns and posession of weapons in general, especially as someone from Korea. As far as I know recurved/compound bows are only lethal missile weapon people can posess without a STRICT license in Korea
Excellent pistol collection, Dewayne. I'm gonna be honest: there's no big bear threat in my neck of the woods, but I will be thinking more carefully about my carry weapon for going out in town. Dewayne, If you have the time somewhere in the future, I'd like to hear some of your favorite hunting memories. I'm an avid hunter of many different species, both big game and small game. I'd love to hear you go on about the most memorable or enjoyable hunting excursions you've been on. It'd be a nice treat for those of us who hunt, which I can imagine would be a large portion of your viewership. Thanks for the video!
I've worked on cattle ranches, and I also carried a pistol while riding a horse. For the same reason, in case of trouble. My dad would always say, better to have it, and not need it, than it it is to need it, and not have it. There mountain lions and wolves here in the New Mexico. My dad carried a Confederate Navy Colt 44. As both his riding pistol, and his everyday carry pistol.
@KH-rt3ef do you ride horses? At all do you ride them in the mountains far from civilization? That is what the video is about. It’s not about being modern tacticool. This information is very on point and relative for what the subject is about.
@@KH-rt3ef Not sure how it's "outdated". Even where I live, where it's pretty tame and domesticated, we have the occasional mountain lion. I've never heard of an attack on a human here since the early 1900's, but since they're here, it's possible. I'm much more likely to be attacked by feral hogs or feral dogs, than a mountain lion, and I'd need some real stopping power dealing with feral hogs--they are mean and nasty fighters, and will attack unprovoked. I thought the advice was pretty darned good, considering what we need to be "defensively minded" about.
Dwayne is absolutely correct and a joy to listen to. The old waddis of my childhood were poor, pistols were expensive and so was ammunition. If they had pistols, they often carried them in the saddlebags rather than on a gunbelt. The few pistols (or an occasional rifle) were carried for trouble - often wild dogs or snakes. Back in the 1800's, a Colt pistol often cost $30 - roughly a cowboy's monthly wage (which would equate to about $1200 today). Considering that a horse was usually about $100 at that time, a pistol (and the ammunition) was a considerable investment.
Thank You Dwayne! Great video.. Love the 1911... that BFR has a bisley style look. The Super Blackhawk 3 screw is beautiful , Ruger put some polish on that one.
I LOVE YOUR SINGLE ACTIONS.I CARRY MY RUGER SUPER BLACKHAWK 44 MAG 99 PERCENT OF THE TIME SINCE 2009 IN A SIMPLY RUGGED SOUR DOUGH PANCAKE HOLSTER. I ALSO HAVE A THREE SCREW BLACKHAWK 357 I CARRY IN A SIMPLY RUGGED CATTLEMEN HOLSTER.GREAT STUFF.🇺🇸
Making me jealous DeWayne ... awesome discussion and a beautiful firearm collection. Myself, I tend toward semi-autos in 10mm (Glock) and 50-cal (GCI) in backcountry ... and rifles/shotguns for critter control on the homefront. :) Just my view. God bless bro.
The visual effect of your jerzy, all the background textures and then, your very blues eyes is really beautiful. I usually do not comment on anything physical about married gentlemen, however, this comment comes purely from a person who loves photography.
If I’m not mistaken, the 1911 was chosen on Army specifications when cavalry (horse) was still a major consideration - especially to the older officer leadership. I believe one hand operation was mandatory consideration as well as firearm retention. I think even the early magazines had retention loops on bottom of floor plate. Likely the old horse soldiers had to get over going from a big revolver to a semiauto. But they did and I think they chose well. What holster choices did the cavalry employ for horseback? Were those cavalry holsters good? Why? Did they swivel? Was there a purpose in covering the ‘hog leg’ revolver grip with a flap?
I too found hard cast bullets to be very effective on game ! I casted bullets for 50 years and enjoyed it ! Being a follower of Elmer Keith forever , I always felt Elmer had designed very useful handgun bullets and I’ve shot the Keith 250 grain in my .44 for years !! In 2018 I moved up the 310 grain hard cast wide Meplat as I was encountering more bears every trip I went out ! So far I have not taken a bear with the .310 grain bullet ! I’m in my 80’s now and it’s More difficult to get around in the wilds , come with age 😂
I had a 44 Ruger Blackhawk Magnum and it had a trigger job done on it by Bob. It was a sweet shooting gun I remember shooting a little 22 Target one-handed and I hit it no problem however the range Master chewed me out for it. It had a 5 inch barrel and I was still able to hit a pie plate add 100 yd 3 times out of 5 from a bench position. I hated to get rid of that pistol but I needed the money. What this man is talking about in this video is crucial to your survival in the wilderness. Or wherever you may be. I had a close corpse in cartridge situation here in Phoenix. Because I had homemade my holster to my very specifications I was not only able to save somebody else's life but also my own. So a holster is very important and that it is functional.
Excellent ! Saw the rifle vid first and loved it. We do weapons training from horseback, from modern, to black powder to swords, spears and bow and arrow. This was really well thought out, well explained and pragmatic. Love them pistols, love the leather and most pf all loved the straightshootin approach !!
I am in Australia, was two times National Champion (Pistols) and represented Aus at worlds in 1982 and 1986. Now no more guns, almost 77 yo, but if a real shooting revolution happens, just hand me one. With regard carrying while horseback, I thought you were going to speak of training for shooting. Just teach them to accept the crack of a stockwhip! I rather like revolvers, very safe, they don't go off unless you mean it.
Wow, this was interesting. I've never owned or shot a gun of any type. You're really very good at presenting ideas and why you believe in what you do. Thanks again for a good video.
Good morning, Sir. Nice to find you on TH-cam. First , excuse my English. I’m a Brazilian guy trying to learn English. I’m from de extreme south o Brazil. Rio Grande do Sul state. I’m an anesthesiologist. But grew between in a small city and a farm. Raising beef cattle and riding horses. Our culture is very similar yours culture . Here the cowboys are called Gauchos. The same to Uruguai and Argentina. Changes the Country but the essence of a cowboy is always the same. Thanks so much for posting your videos. I appreciate them so much. Than you Rodrigo Suñé Porto Alegre Bagé Rio Grande do Sul Brasil
You have some great content. Feel for yall up north getting all that smoke. Just came back to TX from ND. Was clear while I was there but smoke has been awful and folks coughing up there too. Want to learn the packing bit and the mountains. I appreciate yall posting, hope to make a clinic someday
Oh why oh why did I watch this Dewayne are ya trying to get a fella in trouble/ Springfield TRP ( BFR ) ( Freedom Arms) < from my understanding they line bore to the cylinder on those they are somethin to ✍️ home about . Just my opinion on .454 Casul # Glove or you might as well get a rifle. Any who great video, back in the day didn't want anything to do with a Glock they are ugly if it didn't have walnut grips or blued I didn't want it, I evolved a little I have one they work in very harsh environments and are capable of decent to good accuracy if you train with it. But I'm still a single action revolver man at heart that's what I grew up on. 3 screw Ruger hold on to that . I didn't realize you had your i's dotted and your t's crossed on guns. Well thank you for another great video.
Growing up being a bigger guy my dad bought a .44mag S&W with power port for recoil, it became my first side arm and it traveled with me a lot. As a federal officer operating overseas my issued side arm I felt comfortable with as a hammer was important in my mind was a Beretta M9/92 and yet I did take my hunting backup with me when I could. I got heavy into Backcountry riding and the .44 was on my side until I decided to grab a good deal on another Beretta and decided to carry it once and a wild dog situation arose with 3 attempting to attack and all three sadly met a fate. Looking back the reason my dad equiped me with a pistol was during my second deer season I was stalked and chased by hounds with owners that released and chased them often for days afterwards only hoping deer would be flushed out and I had the jacket that was on dragging a deer back for my grandfather and so scent was what they wanted and dad wanted me to be able to protect my self other than the old 30-30.
I have a 44 Remington model 1858 new army I can do the black powder or the cowboy loads with the conversion cylinders. I carry it on a cross draw rig so the barrel points out and away from me and the horses.it works great for up close use other than that the old tried and true 30-30 lever action. South Florida swampy terrain, good setup for me, love your videos great content 😊
A fine collection of important American tools, presented and described intelligently and conscientiously. But I am aghast!!!!! No genuine Colt SAA?!?!?! LOL!!! Ah, but I bet there's one in the safe somewhere, isn't there? Thank you Sir; nice Video. My 1st choice is a 1911 as well, or a short barreled Blackhawk Bisley .44 Special. I need to check out that Busted Bee.
Kinda forgot the purpose of the video was being on horseback more or less. Carried my 1911 45acp all over Colorado & Wyoming chasing cows and mule deer/elk. I echo his advice about hugging tight to body, out of the way of reins and various other things, and an extremely good holster. Tree limbs, brush, deadfalls, scraping at ya, getting hung up, horse spoken a bit, all things can go wrong. Hugging tight and secured with a slim profile works great.
Just found your channel sir and subscribed. Very well done and informative video. I haven’t sat a horse in over 20 years. Sold the Atv. Mostly on foot , kayak/boat now. Kayak or boat where weight is not an issue , I carry a S&W 69 4.25” .44. A Glock 20 and sometimes a Glock .380 with hard cast in the life vest pocket . My hunting buddies have passed away so mostly I’m solo now. Can’t leave anything in the truck now because of thieves… sadly . 🙏✝️💕
I have the 4.25”. Light enough to carry well . But (to me) has pretty stout recoil. And I’m not recoil sensitive. Nice choice tho. I carry my Glock 20 more. If kayaking/boating , I simply carry both . And sometimes in the kayak life vest pocket a Glock .380 with hard cast. 👍🙏💕
I really enjoy your videos. I live in Texas and there's not much between the Red River and the Rio Grande that can't be handled with a .357 magnum. I really appreciate how practical you are about things. I'm originally from Kentucky too. I admire how you've followed your dream of Cowboying and been successful at it.
Well. If you’re trekking on horseback, yes. Hopefully. But a good pistol that can go with you everywhere, even dismounted… Might be worth your weight in gold. It is inherently worth more than its weight; the question is: how much do you carry?
11:05 nice video. You should mention that certain models have a floating firing pin and no “block” (series 70) whilst others (series 80) do have a firing pin block or “drop safety” . The real safety is in between your ears. Much love brother
Handguns and horses...two topics that earn an immediate like from me!
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As a gun enthusist, retired law enforcement and former horseman. I believe this video has a lot of useful information for someone considering carrying a handgun on horseback. I like how Dewayne goes into holsters and ammunition. Never, never, use any kind of clip on holster while riding a horse. A good retention device on a belt holster is a must. Dewayne's advice about gun choice and ammo is solid information. Good work Dewayne.
I’m former LE as well. I agree the clip on holsters are trash for horseback. I really don’t like them for ccw purposes.
People really don’t understand how terrifying and dangerous wild dogs can be… They’re usually shocked when I explain that’s it’s not uncommon for them to attack and eat livestock or wildlife alive. Thanks for bringing it up
When I did SAR up in Oregon, the #1 reason people carried was because people abandon pit bulls/other fighting dogs in the woods
We have 300 acres in Ohio, 90 is woods, and accounting for the neighboring properties theres close to 500 acres of woods connected. People act like I’m crazy for carrying on a family farm, but I’ve seen dogs deep in the woods that I’m sure haven’t seen a human in a long time. They’re not gonna catch me slippin. Haha
I was a homesteader in Central TX on an old, abandoned ranch and we raised blue healers, cattle, goats and pot bellied pigs for sale.
Coyotes, strays and bobcats really did not stand a chance against a pack of healers, impressively. I walked the almost 400 acres as a kid with them and they basically scoured the land for varmint.
I got ran up a tree and had to spend the night up there when a pack got after me 5 years ago. I had a pistol on me and shot and killed 6 of them and they still were after me so I saved the rest of my bullets and waited them out. I figured I might need the rest of the bullets for the trip out. It was an interesting backpacking trip to say the least
They’re wolves descendents after all
I could brew a pot of strong coffee & listen to this gentleman all day. Even better would be sharing that coffee with him...
And a cigar
I agree that would be an interesting sit down!
That’s it! Time for a Hickock45 collaboration at the ranch!!! Thanks for another great video.
That would be a great video
I totally agree. That would be an awesome video also add Yoki Stirrup to the mix that would be an awesome collaboration.
or maybe at the compound!
These two got to get together for a video
Maybe Sootch00 instead ? Paul Harrel of course if his health has improved.
"The best one to carry is the one you shoot best"
*applause*
I catch grief from friends because my personal carry is a S&W Model 39-2 that I purchased in 1987. Everyone wants me to carry the latest .45 and it has to be the bang-bang of the week, or it isn't a good firearm.
My old 9mm still fires great groups, is it exceedinly broken in, and it feels... right... in my hand.
Nothing wrong with the KNOTB....
This gray-haired old guy is fine with his old firearm.
Great ammo choice and firearm. I don’t have much experience on horses but I’m 2A all day. Education, discipline, practice and logic.
Horses, 1911s & leather holsters! Your set up is nearly spot on to my own. Down to my ammo choice. I always carry when I ride. 27 year old woman, love teaching firearms & self-defense training. Dad & I preach everything you’ve said to our students.
Agree 100%. As a younger man I carried a S&W Airlight series .357 magnum 7 shot revolver. Once the cool wore off I came to the conclusion that it was pure punishment to shoot with full magnum loads. So I parted with it. Currently carrying a 9mm Sig Sauer p365X. Im probably not going to come across aggressive wildlife here in Indiana. Being a maintenance Tech in a Steelmill I cant carry to work anyway. Love the content,keep up the solid work.
I have a P365XL with a red dot and I love it. 18 rounds, comfortable, and accurate as can be. My job also says we can’t carry but anytime we leave for work at least 3 guys on the crew including myself have a gun on us at all times. Especially when they send us to places like Detroit, Chicago, Tuscaloosa and anywhere in California.
@@jacobkean03 It was how it felt in hand that sold me. Glocks are too fat and chunky, S&W shield to thin.
I shot a p320 x5 and wasnt happy about the feel, is there much difference in feel between p320 and p365?
@@cashuslafond325 No idea. Youd have to get one in hand to know
@@dc76384I got a shield 9mm from the performance center when they first hit, I think it hides great. Have a red dot on it now, and can afford to shoot often enough to be confident at 30/40 yards one handed. It may not be my first choice in the woods, but it is in town
Blessing from a land down under. We have severe gun restrictions here in Australia which makes this irrelevant to us BUT I find this very interesting and well reasoned. Thanks, Dewayne.
💯 we do!
Very few reasons in most of Australia to carry a gun. There are exceptions, and if so, you will be given a permit. I like it this way.
@@jeffmcdonald101 You are incorrect in assuming you will be given a permit. There are many illogical restrictions. For example, if I were a professional shooter doing pest/vermin control, I could go through a long and arduous process to acquire a "silencer" which is really a sound reducing device to protect the shooter's hearing. It does not silence anything. However, as a primary producer or a volunteer doing the same work, I cannot get a permit. The same applies to being able to own and use a semi-automatic rifle. The government decided that I can only have a handgun for use at a pistol club or as a collector, even if I would like to carry one for humanly putting down an injured animal or even sport on my own property. Neither I nor any of my firearms have ever harmed or even threatened anyone but I am treated like a criminal. I can go out and buy any number of motor vehicles which have been used to kill more people than firearms without restriction. Same with knives, hammers, and many other objects that far exceed firearms' usage in crimes.
@@jeffmcdonald101I live in rural America and used to think similarly. Figured the violence is in the cities. Which for the most part is still true. Then we had a guy running around a mall, that was an hour north of me, with a knife stabbing people to death. Eventually an off duty cop shot him. But they released security footage of the attack and watching defenseless people trying to hide or defend their families with nothing is a terrible sight to see. I just started my family at that point, and I made up my mind after watching that attack, that I would not allow that to happen to my family. No matter if the whole world thought I was a nut and it was inconvenient to carry and train. No matter if I spent my whole life being prepared to defend my family in vain. My job as father is to protect. Hopefully it is all in vain. But I’ll be ready. I say all that to say don’t be naive. Violent people have and always will exist. If it ain’t a gun, they’ll find another way. Evil never stops until a good guy stops em. If you’re ok in the ultra rare event watching those you love die defenseless and waiting for law enforcement then so be it. I love my family and even strangers around me too much to chance it. I don’t see myself as a vigilante, but more of like a shield and hopefully a source of strength for my family and community.
I would add , don't shoot from horseback, too much chance of a wreck.
In bear country I have a big bore rifle, near side up front in a scabbard.
Carrying while working, handguns get full of dirt and need usually isn't there.
Agree with you 100%. Been watching you forever.
78 yr old retired police officer and lifelong horsebacker and packer.
Great video, I have been a gun guy for 56 years. My Dad started us off shooting his guns when we were 12 or 13 and taught us gun safety and drilled it into our heads. All three of my Brothers and all of my cousins that lived next door. We lived in southern Indiana. We hunted. Were talking 1966 to 1973. Great video. Thanks Dwayne.
I am 64 lived in Nevada my whole life. Being afflicted with a severe incurable case of Hunting and Fishing disorder I spend on a 40 year average I have spent 150 days annually in the hills. Hunted in most western states seen hundreds of Wranglers and Cowboys in the out of doors. During my teens and 20s only ever saw one of them with anything other than a Colt Woodsman 22 pistol. The one had 38 s&w model 10 4 inch. He was about 70. In Nevada they all had a 22. If the had a saddle gun it was almost always a model 94 25 35. Now when I see them they have all types of both. Knew a Cowboy in Chalis Idaho used a high standard 22 mag. Revolver and a marlin 336 35 rem. Just to add to the discussion.
I'm from Salmon, Idaho. I know Challis well. (My spelling ain't good....not sure I spelled it right?)
25/35? Never even seen one.
As I'm watching and listening to you, I glanced over at my cabinet and saw my two boxes of Buffalo Bore 147 gr +P in 9mm. I respect that you prefer the 45. I saw a video of a guide who used the Buffalo Bore in 9mm to kill a charging Brown Bear in Alaska. I live in NW Montana and we have a large population of Grizzlies. So, that's what I carry in my Glock 19 when I'm in the woods or camping. For everyday carry, I load the Norma MHP (Monolithic Hollow Point). It's 108 grains, but very fast @ 1312 fps and creates a huge wound channel.
Great video, Duane.
I can think of nothing more American than trading a car for a Glock
😅 samaa mieltä👍
Haha Love it 🇺🇸
Exactly dad traded an old 66 convertible tempest for a DTIAR 15 awesome. The transaction was from one retired army to another older, retired army! True gentlemen
Bald eagle screeching and American flag flying while “America F yeah” is playing in the background
In 2012 I traded $500 + a mosin nagant for my 1988 Toyota Supra 😅🤙
Dewayne knows horses, and now I have learned that he knows guns. Everything he said was good info.
I doubt I’ll ever ride a horse again in my life, but I sure did enjoy this video. Thanks sir.
Nice Springfield carry 1911 good Sir! I always appreciate your videos Dwayne, have a wonderful evening! ~ B9USA
Greetings from Mexico, thank you for being a great mentor 🤝
What a treat. Thanks a million, Dwayne. That is a sweet Ruger.
I'm excited to watch this because I always carry a handgun or a rifle when I'm mounted, as well as everywhere else.
Very much appreciate the straight talk from someone who obviously has a lot of experience.
Dwyane Im so glad you channel has blown up the way it has. you're so wise in spirit & something this modern world needs❤️❤️
Dewayne, thank you so much for your two videos on Handguns and Rifles on horseback. My favorite or preferred was a 44 magnum in a Ruger, Super RedRedhawk. I don’t remember the brand, but it was a great quality chest holster. For elk hunting I put a Leopold to power scope on it. I hand loaded and it was very accurate out to 100 yards. Took a very fine elk with it in Utah. Thank you for your great content and God Bless.
It is nice to hear YOU speak common sense about firearms.
a piece that's light and easy to handle
Nice to see you here :)
1911 is my EDC. I'm comfortable and confident in that over others I tried.
Great topic brother! I really enjoy hearing your stories and experience on both channels. I agree with you that wild dogs are often a threat most don't think of. I rarely have the opportunity to ride horses these days but I camp in the back country
Every chance I get. Tennessee doesn't have a lot of deep backwoods anymore and I usually find I carry a .22 convertible with 3.5 barrel and birdshead grip. It's just the most comfortable carry for me. When I'm in an area I need something larger I carry a .45 with 3.5 barrel and birdshead grip. A man's side arm should be as personally fit to him as his boots just not necessarily relied on as often. Thank you for all you do and the advice you give! I know some people give you a lot of grief but many of us greatly respect you and appreciate the time you give.
Good video as always.
My professional opinion.......
The best firearm is the one that You have with You when it is needed......
Thank You.
Have a great day,
JR
This is great and practical knowledge!
Great collection of handguns you carry for different purposes and needs ! I really like the short barrel .44 Bisley you showed , what a great carry firearm, that’s a great package !
I agree with your choices of models and calibers !
It took my all my life to work my way into a chest holster , don’t know why it took me so long except as I approached my 80’s hip carry with a top notch holster was getting so it wasn’t that comfortable all day !
I agree a good top quality leather gun belt is a must for comfort!
In a chest carry rig now with a 6 ctg strip , I carry either my .357 mag or I switch and carry my .44 mag both are S&W with 6” barrels !
My S&W 617 with 4 “ barrel 10 shot .22 LR I moved it from hip carry to chest carry and like the system well !!
Great information video , well done !!!
if you're a semi-auto guy and not a 1911 guy, you're wrong. I am a 44 Mag fan, 357 fan, buffalo bore fan, and cast my own. But all hail John Moses Browning.
I appreciate the 1911, but the HK USP in 45 has four more rounds in the magazine. The 365 is way easier to conceal than the 1911 or USP.
@@AaronCurtright The answer to the gun debate is WHATEVE IS RELIABLE THAT YOU ARE COMFORTABLE WITH. a gun is a damn gun, but if it don't shoot when you pull that trigger, it's a paperweight. If you can't handle it properly, then you sure as shit are just a danger to yourself with it.
@@KEPSAGAMER its really just a question on how ammo you want to spend to get comfortable with a certain pistol platform. I prefer a USP in 45ACP as opposed to a 1911.
The old school metal S&W autos are awfully nice like the 645 etc.
18:59 I've got one of the 3 screw Super Blackhawks that still has beautiful bluing, but plenty of wear. I have carried it without worry.
Something else to consider is practice shooting and reloading with the less dominant hand. Say your horse gets spooked and you fall off on your dominant shooting arm and break a bone. Just a thought.
This is an excellent video for explaining the reasoning behind different carries.
Really enjoyed this one. Would love to see a similar video on knives and tools. Thanks for sharing, Dewayne.
It has been decades since I owned a horse, and that was before I could legally carry a handgun, in Texas, but, I thoroughly enjoyed this presentation. I appreciate your mention of the Ruger SP101, and will say a hearty “amen!” Age is really catching up with me, and the SP101 is one of the few handguns that still works well, in my right hand, for one-handed shooting*. It helps that I have skinny fingers, so can get my little finger firmly onto the factory SP101 grip, and the “heel” of that grip is just long enough to firmly brace against the “heel bone” part of my weapon hand, which adds another firm point of contact that most “compact” handguns do not do, for me. I have 2.25”, 3”, and 4” SP101 fiveguns, and just might stand in line, in the rain, for a chance to buy a 5” SP101, should that become available.
I still love several other handgun systems, but the ones I trust that I can manipulate properly, in an emergency, are diminishing. The ones I will still tote include the full-sized, all-steel, 5” 1911, single-action sixguns, and especially some Glocks. I gradually learned to appreciate Glocks while using them as police duty pistols; otherwise I might have never bought into the Glock system.
Another “amen” regarding holsters and belts.
*In an emergency, one hand may well be needed for another purpose, at the same time one needs to shoot.
Got my attention.. hand guns are just so beautiful.. and horses are majestic creatures
Thank You, I appreciate Your Honesty, And Candor. It's great to hear so much logic, Sweet Reason, And Common Sense.
I like the ammo weight consideration. Ammo aint weightless. In Afghanistan climbing the mountains 7.62x51 belt fed weighs rougly 7lbs per 100, typically load for a machine gun was 1000rds. Well thats 70lbs and you always had to weigh likelihood of contact because climbing a few thousand feet up a mountain can make that individual nearly combat ineffective so it is critical to asses likelihood of contact....either in Kunar Providence AFG or.....back country predator country. Great video.
Great video! Very informative, very interesting. Thanks Dewayne!
I love the old Colt 1873 Army with a 7.5 inch barrel. I once joked to my father that I was going to carry one as my concealed carry weapon. He asked me "How the hell are you going to conceal it?" I said "The same way they did back in the day, with a coat that hangs all the way to my ankles." Winter carry only, of course. I'm big enough and tall enough to pull it off too but, as you said, it's just not practical.
You can hide them weak side/appendix weak side with a tucked in shirt. Easiest way. Leave a button undone to reach in and draw. A dress tie covers the undone button nicely. NO HOLSTER.
I always wanted a breaktop Schofield replica in .45 Colt. There is an outfit milling the top of the cylinder to take .45 ACP* in moonclips...suddenly the SA cowboy gun is not so slow to reload! {!-{>
*I wouldn't put +P in it...probably...
I enjoyed the video. I use to guide a lot, and most of the time I carried my double action 357 mag in a shoulder holster. When i worked cattle, i normally carried my ruger single action 22 on my saddle. For taking grouse for supper. Im right handed, so I made a holster with a calvary style flap that buckled over the but and fastened to my left rear D-ring. Then it was out of the way of my rope, and lets face it, we aren't getting in running gun battles. A couple of years ago a friend of mine talked me into helping him make one.
Excellent trigger discipline and he also didn't even point the empty firearm at the camera! What a guy! 🤠👍
Lots of experience in firearms handling. You can definitely tell too.
@@jackthomas6952 i love seein it!
Great video, Sir! It is lovely when you can start putting a sweater back on.
It's always nice to see people responsibly carrying a sidearm while riding (or hiking, biking). That was a very informative video, you have quite a collection. It's definitely a trial and error process to see what works for the individual. I tried various setups before settling on a chest holster (Gunfighters, Inc Kenai, great product). Love that it's out of the way from the saddles and just nice to get things off my belt while riding. But to each their own.
Always love your content.
Can tell your a man of experience, and that experience brings Knowlege. Great program !!
Awesome video Mr. Dewayne Noel, pistols horseback & wisdom. Love it, your videos inspire a lot of us youngins. Thank you sir, hope all is well
My favorite topic, great video Mr. Dwayne!
Dwayne! I'm a little upset that you didn't have a cigar with me in this here video ... But I'll forgive you. The topic is a favorite one to my American heart 🤗
Very sound advice and very good taste in handguns.
I am learning something so new. Coming from 'downunder' and a clay bird shooting family; it was shotguns. Your expertise is something else due to being so practical and sensible. I hope the young men and no doubt there could be some women learn from what you are teaching.
Years ago, I was an elk guide here in Colorado, one of our guides was on a horse, through the guide, he had a 357 in a shoulder rig, anyway the guide landed on his pistol, broke a couple ribs
Ouch, I bet that left alot of bruising too.
Great, Valuable wisdom in this video! When I was younger working for ranches in the past in Craig Colorado and North Park we would rarely carry firearms when horseback unless we were moving cattle larger distances in high country areas. These were situations where we could run into something more often than not. We used to move cows up in Federal land in North park, south of Walden where, Black and brown bears and big cats were known to be. Now that my ranch is further east of Colorado Springs, I will only on rare occasions decide to carry a small single action hand gun or saddle gun depending on where and when we are moving cattle.The situation like you said is for that occasional wild dog or "neighbors that let their dogs run loose altercation", which is no joke as it has happened to me. Another occasion is checking or gathering cows after a good rain storm which seems to bring the rattle snakes out of their prairie dog holes for the next day or two. Again, this video should be shared with anybody who decides to carry armed weather they are horseback, camping, hiking or just going to the supermarket to supply up!
Great advice again Dewayne, thanks again.
I did a video on my channel a few months ago. That is very similar to this one. Only you delivered it a whole lot better, Dwayne, I'm sure. Thanks for the video, and stay tough, cowboy!!!
It is always so interesting to hear about handguns and posession of weapons in general, especially as someone from Korea. As far as I know recurved/compound bows are only lethal missile weapon people can posess without a STRICT license in Korea
Another solid well spoken video. Thank you
Excellent pistol collection, Dewayne. I'm gonna be honest: there's no big bear threat in my neck of the woods, but I will be thinking more carefully about my carry weapon for going out in town. Dewayne, If you have the time somewhere in the future, I'd like to hear some of your favorite hunting memories. I'm an avid hunter of many different species, both big game and small game. I'd love to hear you go on about the most memorable or enjoyable hunting excursions you've been on. It'd be a nice treat for those of us who hunt, which I can imagine would be a large portion of your viewership. Thanks for the video!
Thanks for a great show today....
I've worked on cattle ranches, and I also carried a pistol while riding a horse. For the same reason, in case of trouble. My dad would always say, better to have it, and not need it, than it it is to need it, and not have it. There mountain lions and wolves here in the New Mexico.
My dad carried a Confederate Navy Colt 44. As both his riding pistol, and his everyday carry pistol.
People laugh at the Navy Colt with a cap-n-ball load.....I guess nobody died in the Civil War? I carried a 1851 Navy 36 for years.
“DeWayne, why do you want to do that video?”
Cause it’s a subject I LIKE and because I WANT to!”
Two best reasons ever.
Nicely done. Solid info and advice as per usual.
Love the pistol choices you have Dwayne, I grew up shooting my dads 1911 there’s nothing quite like them especially for the price.
Great video, really enjoyed hearing your insights on guns
Great subject and sound advice
Being English this is something ive never thought about.
@KH-rt3ef do you ride horses? At all do you ride them in the mountains far from civilization? That is what the video is about. It’s not about being modern tacticool. This information is very on point and relative for what the subject is about.
@@KH-rt3efwatch your step
wow.. who asked
@noahstrodtman6121 it's a comment, this is a comment section and don't be so bloody rude.
@@KH-rt3ef Not sure how it's "outdated". Even where I live, where it's pretty tame and domesticated, we have the occasional mountain lion. I've never heard of an attack on a human here since the early 1900's, but since they're here, it's possible. I'm much more likely to be attacked by feral hogs or feral dogs, than a mountain lion, and I'd need some real stopping power dealing with feral hogs--they are mean and nasty fighters, and will attack unprovoked. I thought the advice was pretty darned good, considering what we need to be "defensively minded" about.
Dwayne is absolutely correct and a joy to listen to. The old waddis of my childhood were poor, pistols were expensive and so was ammunition. If they had pistols, they often carried them in the saddlebags rather than on a gunbelt. The few pistols (or an occasional rifle) were carried for trouble - often wild dogs or snakes. Back in the 1800's, a Colt pistol often cost $30 - roughly a cowboy's monthly wage (which would equate to about $1200 today). Considering that a horse was usually about $100 at that time, a pistol (and the ammunition) was a considerable investment.
Thank You Dwayne! Great video.. Love the 1911... that BFR has a bisley style look. The Super Blackhawk 3 screw is beautiful , Ruger put some polish on that one.
I LOVE YOUR SINGLE ACTIONS.I CARRY MY RUGER SUPER BLACKHAWK 44 MAG 99 PERCENT OF THE TIME SINCE 2009 IN A SIMPLY RUGGED SOUR DOUGH PANCAKE HOLSTER. I ALSO HAVE A THREE SCREW BLACKHAWK 357 I CARRY IN A SIMPLY RUGGED CATTLEMEN HOLSTER.GREAT STUFF.🇺🇸
Thanks for all you do.
Making me jealous DeWayne ... awesome discussion and a beautiful firearm collection. Myself, I tend toward semi-autos in 10mm (Glock) and 50-cal (GCI) in backcountry ... and rifles/shotguns for critter control on the homefront. :) Just my view. God bless bro.
Fantastic informative video Dewayne extremely enjoyed it!!!
The visual effect of your jerzy, all the background textures and then, your very blues eyes is really beautiful. I usually do not comment on anything physical about married gentlemen, however, this comment comes purely from a person who loves photography.
If I’m not mistaken, the 1911 was chosen on Army specifications when cavalry (horse) was still a major consideration - especially to the older officer leadership. I believe one hand operation was mandatory consideration as well as firearm retention. I think even the early magazines had retention loops on bottom of floor plate. Likely the old horse soldiers had to get over going from a big revolver to a semiauto. But they did and I think they chose well. What holster choices did the cavalry employ for horseback? Were those cavalry holsters good? Why? Did they swivel? Was there a purpose in covering the ‘hog leg’ revolver grip with a flap?
I too found hard cast bullets to be very effective on game !
I casted bullets for 50 years and enjoyed it !
Being a follower of Elmer Keith forever , I always felt Elmer had designed very useful handgun bullets and I’ve shot the Keith 250 grain in my .44 for years !!
In 2018 I moved up the 310 grain hard cast wide Meplat as I was encountering more bears every trip I went out ! So far I have not taken a bear with the .310 grain bullet !
I’m in my 80’s now and it’s
More difficult to get around in the wilds , come with age 😂
That's America how I as a foreigner see it. And I love it. Please don't ever lose this lifestyle.
👍🙏✝️💕
I had a 44 Ruger Blackhawk Magnum and it had a trigger job done on it by Bob. It was a sweet shooting gun I remember shooting a little 22 Target one-handed and I hit it no problem however the range Master chewed me out for it. It had a 5 inch barrel and I was still able to hit a pie plate add 100 yd 3 times out of 5 from a bench position. I hated to get rid of that pistol but I needed the money. What this man is talking about in this video is crucial to your survival in the wilderness. Or wherever you may be. I had a close corpse in cartridge situation here in Phoenix. Because I had homemade my holster to my very specifications I was not only able to save somebody else's life but also my own. So a holster is very important and that it is functional.
Excellent !
Saw the rifle vid first and loved it.
We do weapons training from horseback, from modern, to black powder to swords, spears and bow and arrow. This was really well thought out, well explained and pragmatic. Love them pistols, love the leather and most pf all loved the straightshootin approach !!
I am in Australia, was two times National Champion (Pistols) and represented Aus at worlds in 1982 and 1986. Now no more guns, almost 77 yo, but if a real shooting revolution happens, just hand me one.
With regard carrying while horseback, I thought you were going to speak of training for shooting. Just teach them to accept the crack of a stockwhip!
I rather like revolvers, very safe, they don't go off unless you mean it.
🇺🇲🇵🇷🇲🇽😎 Yaa!! This is why I started watching this channel over 3 years ago...😊
Wow, this was interesting. I've never owned or shot a gun of any type. You're really very good at presenting ideas and why you believe in what you do. Thanks again for a good video.
Good morning, Sir.
Nice to find you on TH-cam.
First , excuse my English. I’m a Brazilian guy trying to learn English.
I’m from de extreme south o Brazil. Rio Grande do Sul state.
I’m an anesthesiologist.
But grew between in a small city and a farm. Raising beef cattle and riding horses.
Our culture is very similar yours culture .
Here the cowboys are called Gauchos. The same to Uruguai and Argentina. Changes the Country but the essence of a cowboy is always the same.
Thanks so much for posting your videos. I appreciate them so much.
Than you
Rodrigo Suñé
Porto Alegre
Bagé
Rio Grande do Sul
Brasil
You have some great content. Feel for yall up north getting all that smoke. Just came back to TX from ND. Was clear while I was there but smoke has been awful and folks coughing up there too. Want to learn the packing bit and the mountains. I appreciate yall posting, hope to make a clinic someday
Oh why oh why did I watch this Dewayne are ya trying to get a fella in trouble/ Springfield TRP ( BFR ) ( Freedom Arms) < from my understanding they line bore to the cylinder on those they are somethin to ✍️ home about . Just my opinion on .454 Casul # Glove or you might as well get a rifle. Any who great video, back in the day didn't want anything to do with a Glock they are ugly if it didn't have walnut grips or blued I didn't want it, I evolved a little I have one they work in very harsh environments and are capable of decent to good accuracy if you train with it. But I'm still a single action revolver man at heart that's what I grew up on. 3 screw Ruger hold on to that . I didn't realize you had your i's dotted and your t's crossed on guns. Well thank you for another great video.
Growing up being a bigger guy my dad bought a .44mag S&W with power port for recoil, it became my first side arm and it traveled with me a lot. As a federal officer operating overseas my issued side arm I felt comfortable with as a hammer was important in my mind was a Beretta M9/92 and yet I did take my hunting backup with me when I could. I got heavy into Backcountry riding and the .44 was on my side until I decided to grab a good deal on another Beretta and decided to carry it once and a wild dog situation arose with 3 attempting to attack and all three sadly met a fate. Looking back the reason my dad equiped me with a pistol was during my second deer season I was stalked and chased by hounds with owners that released and chased them often for days afterwards only hoping deer would be flushed out and I had the jacket that was on dragging a deer back for my grandfather and so scent was what they wanted and dad wanted me to be able to protect my self other than the old 30-30.
I have a 44 Remington model 1858 new army I can do the black powder or the cowboy loads with the conversion cylinders. I carry it on a cross draw rig so the barrel points out and away from me and the horses.it works great for up close use other than that the old tried and true 30-30 lever action. South Florida swampy terrain, good setup for me, love your videos great content 😊
Great great video for sure. Thank You Duane for sharing.
Hornady Critical Defense is such a based choice of ammo, I love it.
Give Hornady Critical Duty....it's even better still!
I like hornady critical defense or duty equally. It just depends on if you want the extra penetration that Duty gives you.
@@steveh4962 i carry critical duty
A fine collection of important American tools, presented and described intelligently and conscientiously. But I am aghast!!!!! No genuine Colt SAA?!?!?! LOL!!! Ah, but I bet there's one in the safe somewhere, isn't there? Thank you Sir; nice Video. My 1st choice is a 1911 as well, or a short barreled Blackhawk Bisley .44 Special. I need to check out that Busted Bee.
Kinda forgot the purpose of the video was being on horseback more or less.
Carried my 1911 45acp all over Colorado & Wyoming chasing cows and mule deer/elk. I echo his advice about hugging tight to body, out of the way of reins and various other things, and an extremely good holster. Tree limbs, brush, deadfalls, scraping at ya, getting hung up, horse spoken a bit, all things can go wrong. Hugging tight and secured with a slim profile works great.
Just found your channel sir and subscribed. Very well done and informative video. I haven’t sat a horse in over 20 years. Sold the Atv. Mostly on foot , kayak/boat now. Kayak or boat where weight is not an issue , I carry a S&W 69 4.25” .44. A Glock 20 and sometimes a Glock .380 with hard cast in the life vest pocket . My hunting buddies have passed away so mostly I’m solo now. Can’t leave anything in the truck now because of thieves… sadly . 🙏✝️💕
Real good, practical talk. Thanks
I have a .480 ruger Alaskan.. its manageable. I take it when I go camping.
Love this guy!!
I'm a fan of the s&w model 69. It's a 44 mag built on a l frame. You lose a round. Only having 5 , but a lot easier to carry than an N frame.
I have the 4.25”. Light enough to carry well . But (to me) has pretty stout recoil. And I’m not recoil sensitive. Nice choice tho. I carry my Glock 20 more. If kayaking/boating , I simply carry both . And sometimes in the kayak life vest pocket a Glock .380 with hard cast. 👍🙏💕
I appreciate it sir. For the lower 48, I think a 4” Colt Trooper Mk III, in 357 magnum, would handle most anything.
1911 is my favourite gun.
Also the wild dog pack formation story sounds like how bandit bands are formed.
Watching from Australia, great video
I really enjoy your videos. I live in Texas and there's not much between the Red River and the Rio Grande that can't be handled with a .357 magnum. I really appreciate how practical you are about things. I'm originally from Kentucky too. I admire how you've followed your dream of Cowboying and been successful at it.
A good sadle and pair of boots was probably more important then a good pistol money wise, I would think.
I would agree with you 100%
Here to say, yep.
Well. If you’re trekking on horseback, yes. Hopefully. But a good pistol that can go with you everywhere, even dismounted… Might be worth your weight in gold. It is inherently worth more than its weight; the question is: how much do you carry?
Nice video. The last gun I got is a Uberti Cattleman .45 with 4 3/4” barrel. Recoil is not bad and I have Winchester Silvertip defense loads.
11:05 nice video. You should mention that certain models have a floating firing pin and no “block” (series 70) whilst others (series 80) do have a firing pin block or “drop safety” . The real safety is in between your ears. Much love brother