The .38 Special & .357 Remington Magnum ~ Incomparable versatility!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 เม.ย. 2020
- No two handgun cartridges have ever secured a more solid or popular reputation for versatility and usefulness, than the .38 Special and .357 Magnum. Though autos have dimmed their sales in recent years, folks are rediscovering these two icons of the handgun world, which are gaining a very strong comeback, and for good reasons. For hunting, field use, and even for many people who desire a simple and reliable gun for home and self defense, revolvers remain a very good and practical choice. Among revolvers, no two companion rounds have been more dominant than the .38 S&W Special and .357 Remington Magnum!
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A good cigar, a beer, a fine dog, a comfortable chair, and making a video. Life is good.
Don't forget! Gun in holster.
The slide show of Benny at the end was just spectacular. I nearly got emotional. The bond between a man and his dog is something special something that is hard to put into words. You guys are true Americans living the American dream.
It tells you a lot about the quality of your audience, when you look at the number of comments about Benny, instead of the .38/357 S&W Magnum! Proud to be part of that!
A good Cigar and petting an old faithful Brittany, having a beer and talking about gun cartridge's, Life doesn't get too much better than this. ; ) I wish lived closer, I'd be sitting there with you.
Me too , I would bring all the beer
The 357 and 38 are fine but YUCK a cigar stinks and it's not good for the lungs
@@aaronwilcox6417 weed is better true
What an endearing dog Benny is! I'm glad to hear that he's doing well.
I'm 70 years old and I can remember every dog I've ever owned, some of my best memories are from sitting in bars, NCO clubs, and road houses with my buddies, and hunting and shooting.
everyone talks about binge watching Netflix tv shows... I could binge watch him all day every day! The world needs more of this salt of the earth on it. Best wishes to Benny!!
Awesome video, thanks!
I began a 36 year career in law enforcement in 1973. Until 1988 I carried a .357 Magnum revolver in uniformed duty, loaded with department issued .38 Special "FBI loads" with a 158 gr. Lead SWC-HP. I had to buy my own duty revolver in 1973. I bought a Colt Trooper MKIII, 4" barrel, mickle plated. Later, I was issued a S&W Model 28, 4" barrel .357 magnum and carried that until they were phased out. As the Department was going to "trade in" the revolvers, they offered the officers the opportunity to buy theirs. I bought mine. I still have both the Colt and the S&W with their boxes and papers and my duty rig and holsters. I later went into plain clothes work and no longer carried a large duty handgun. I was given some latitude in my carry gun and used either a Model 19 S&W with 2.5" barrel or a SIG P228 9mm. I retired in 2009.
Yes, for many years our department issued .38 wadcutters for practice. They were free to us, so why not? We DID have to qualify monthly with the duty load, though. As I recall, that practice ammo was offered to us until some time after the department went to 9mm handguns. I think they just used up what was on hand.
I have added many other .38/357 revolvers over the years, including J frame S&Ws, 2 Colt Officer's Model Match revolvers, a Colt Official Police, a S&W Model 19 w/2.5" barrel and a Ruger Single Six .357.
They are some of the best, most useful handguns ever made.
If you told me I could have only ONE handgun, I would choose the S&W Model 28.
I can barely keep enough wadcutters loaded to keep my wife happy shooting her Officer's Model Match (yeah, I had to buy two because I was never going to be able to shoot the first one, once she got her hands on it) I have yet to find a more accurate and pleasant handgun to shoot than a Colt Officer's Model Match and .38 wadcutters.
I use 2.6 gr. of Bullseye for loading a 148 gr. button nose wadcutter that I cast from wheelweights. They cost little more than .22 LR cartridges and are very pleasant to shoot in a heavy revolver, recoil barely more than a .22 I rarely shoot .357 Mag loads anymore. I handload and shoot LOTS of .38 Special, 9mm and .45 ACP, most all with cast bullets and Bullseye powder.
One caution, it IS possible to double charge the .38 case with Bullseye, as I am sure you are aware. Be sure there is only ONE charge of powder in the case! I eyeball each casing with a bright flashlight in the loading block before seating bullets.
I wish this guy was my next door neighbor.
Me too! 🥺
Yes
We d never get any work done. ...
And me, actually he’d be someone I wished I had for a dad. Mine shot himself when I was 6 and and at 69 coming up on the 16 of January, 2023, I still wish I would have had a dad.
I really like that he shared his puppy pictures, nothing better in a human quality than loving his pets.
Did any one else get teary eyed watching that? Beautiful dog and family you have there, sir.
Thank you. I get teary eyed watching it. I am truly blessed by God.
@@GunBlue490 Yes you are. Greetings from Kamloops, BC, Canada.
I like your cap, Welcome home, I was in Vietnam 67-69, Army.
You remind me of my father so much. From your demeanor and speaking to smoking a cigar and sitting outside having a chat. Don't change!
I've always favored the .38 Special as it was my first handgun. And I love the ending of this video with the pictures. What a great friend!
It's an easy round to shoot and return to target quickly even one handed.
One of life's simple pleasures for me is to enjoy a premium cigar on my front porch, being able to do that and enjoy one with you is a good thing.
I'm in my 60s now and haven't shot since I was a cadet. Getting back into target shooting and I'm learning a lot from your videos Gunblue490. Thanks for sharing your experience and knowledge. I appreciate all your videos!
You sir have provided a clear and concise history of the .38/.357 cartridge. My S&W model 19 served me well until department changed to 40 caliber.
Department I worked for let you keep the revolver and carry it on duty until you retired. They did not force everyone to change. Police need to go back to wheel guns and pumps.
@@jasonweishaupt1828I'm inclined to agree. Ever since those goons in uniform turned that UPS truck into a connect four board with lines of fire crossing each other and civilians I don't trust any minimally-qualified patrol officer with a semiauto rifle.
So great to see Benny doing well Sir. That story stuck close to my heart. To see prayers answered really strengthens faith! God Bless Sir
Thank you so much for sharing the pictures of your beautiful family. It is heart warming to see God’s blessings. Happy birthday, Benny. May you have many more years of watching over your humans.
4 wheel guns and counting in .357 and or .38 special. Protects me and mine in various places platforms. Thank you sir, for your guidance and wisdom. Love to you too, Benny! God bless.
I’m locked down in Mission Viejo, California, while watching your flick. As a kid I shot my dad’s Smith & Wesson, 38/44. In 1967, I bought my first Smith & Wesson, Model 27, .357, with 8 ⅜ inch barrel. Since then I have bought numerous S&W revolvers. I also have numerous pistols. I’m a former Marine and Vietnam Veteran. I’m also a retired cop. As a cop my first duty firearm was a S&W mod. 15, .38. Later I went to another department and was issued a S&W mod. 66, .357, but we loaded it with 38+P, per department policy. Later we went to the .45 auto, 9mm. This lock down, I can’t get to the range, so I enjoy watching your flick as well as others. Thank you for your service and and Happy Birthday Benny, LOL. 😁🍖🍗
God bless you and thank you for your service.
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Thank you for your service...What did you think of that transition from .38 to 9mm?
Sir, do you know the "reasoning" for restricting the men in your department to .38 spc. +p as opposed to simply using .357?
@@kesselster Not sure but if I had to guess might be wear and tear or bad publicity over using "a powerful round like the .357 for no reason" but I can't speak for sure obviously.
Once again, you have proven to be one of the most knowledgeable gun experts I have encountered. What's so impressive to me is your diversity of knowledge on ALL gun platforms and history, and even metals, oils, chemicals, woods, and a wide variety of topics. As a rookie in 87 and 88, I carried a S & W Model 66. We were allowed to carry .357 Magnum ammo in our gun, but all extra rounds had to be .38's, in order to be interchangeable with the officers carrying the issued Model 64's. Most of the gun guys at the time were so excited about the 586/686, and I never understood it. Yes, my first six rounds were marginally tougher to handle than the guys with L frames, but my gun was lighter to tote all day, and handled faster out of the holster and on to target. We trained with .38 ammo, so under the adrenaline of an actual gun fight, I never worried about having trouble with the first six (I trained with them too, just to be sure). Nothing against the L frames--they are fine guns, but despite having 30 years plus on the Glock, if I knew I was going to need more than six rounds, I still want that 66 in my hand.
Thanks for the chat! Keep imparting your knowledge. Much appreciated. Stay safe and may you always shoot true!
My father's best friend was a police officer in Wisconsin. He became a police officer during the later half of the 1970's and retired in the late 200's. He started out with a Model 66 in .357 Magnum & yes he qualified with Magnum loads. During the late 1990's his department went to .40 S&W pistols which they still issue to this day.
Absolutely love the Benny slide show. Brings back very fond memories of my German short hair, Abby. We had such a strong bond, and she was the smartest dog I ever had.
MY SON HAS CREATED A MONSTER WHEN HE GOT ME STARTED AS A BEGINNER RELOADER. I'M SO FASINATED BY YOUR WISDOM, KNOWLEDGE, AND INSPIRTION THAT YOU SHOW AND GIVE YOUR TH-cam FOLLOWERS. THANKS FOR WHAT YOU SHARE.
357 is why I bought my first revolver. The 38 special is that great range round that makes me love 357 revolvers even more.
Okay, I am not the only one that loves GunBlue. In just a week you've changed my perspective on cleaning my guns and taking life a little easier during these times. I haven't had a cigar in months so I will light one this weekend and watch another video of yours. Thank you sir.
A stick, an IPA and a .44 magnum. The best gentleman on TH-cam. Prove me wrong.
I’m so glad I found your channel.
25th Infantry Division served In Viet Nam awesome thanks Brother.
I was at DaNang 633TFW F4 Crew Chief.
Thanks once again for the great informative video. Lots of good information on these 2 cartridges.
I've responded before to your videos but I've yet to thank you for your years of service in both the military and law enforcement.
I appreciate all you've done and continue to do. And the pictures of Benny and your family were very fun to watch. It cheered me up watching. That's what life's all about.
Thanks for joining us Bennie! And a belated happy birthday to you. The photos of you and your family are much appreciated in these interesting times. Slainte!
Thanks for explaining the merits of the 38 Special and .357 Magnum. These have been a favorite of mine since the mid-1960s.
First, a guy who loves his dog is usually a good man in my book. Second, listening to you reminds me of listening to dad& grandpa's "gun talk" as I was growing up. Third, here you mention my two favorite revolver cartridges. Looks like I got a trifecta in this video. Thanks. PS, dad was a cigar man too.
It’s so nice to see you again. Be well and happy!! Your dog is awesome‼️✌️👌
Watch out, Bennie! Those ticks and bears are on the prowl...
Glad to see he's doing so well!
God Bless!
Thank you. I could listen and learn all afternoon. I really enjoy shooting the 357/38 revolvers I own and always look forward to the next range session. I have been experimenting with rounds that are only taper crimped for both my revolvers and lever guns. So far I have not experienced any set back. We share a common bond with our family pooch cancer survivors. We consider our little lady a special gift in life and are so much richer for the opportunity to help her. In November of 2021 she was given 3-6 months to live and today she is a happy loving, typical 10 year old miniature schnauzer. My veterinarian and the doctor's of Animal Cancer Care Center of Florida are the brains behind the miracle. She is now a constant companion in the reloading room during reloading sessions.
That's wonderful. Thanks be to God!
Great video, especially the pictures at the end. Thank you!
I first found your channel with you talking about the. 270 winchester. I am glad to hear that your dog recovered i lost my yellow lab a few months ago and he was 17.
Such a beautiful dog and beautiful family. Thank you so much for sharing those pictures, you've made my weekend.
It’s wonderful to see Benny and heartbreaking at the same time as he looks just like my dog Mac who I lost to cancer many years ago. Brittanys are special big hearted dogs.
We came because we share a common interest. We subscribed for the quality of content & the character of the man delivering it. We watch ALL your videos for we learn from you no matter the subject matter. We "like" your videos and patiently await new postings. Then you tug our heart strings with "Baby" pictures(Happy Birthday Benny!). And to top it all off you give us affirmation the circle remains unbroken by presenting the whole wrecking crew. It is hard to tell which of us is the luckier. Thanks to the entire clan for sharing the Patriarch.
A very pleasurable sharing of history. Thank you!
What a great wealth of knowledge. Thank you for taking the time to make these videos.
I need to get a holster like that. That Redhawk over the chest is pretty bad ass.
Damn straight
Check out Simply Rugged holsters. They have a Chesty Puller version.
Double D, i think…maybe double diamond out of Chugiak AK is where i bought mine…fits my 629 5” perfectly…makes it my go to when hitting the trail.
I appreciate your timeless wisdom, your love for Benny, and your Civic Duty.... God bless
Great pictures of Benny as he grew, and as he became part of the family, it was a great way to end the video, he is a beautiful dog.
Yeah Benny! I'd love if we could get a video on the 45 Colt. I only have one firearm in this chambering but it's always fascinated me! Theoretically it can eclipse the versatility of the 44 Magnum, or so I understand. Not to mention all the history around it and some of the iconic guns that were chambered in 45 Colt.
Thanks for another wonderful chat. I have to chuckle when viewing Bennies “baby pictures”. In the ones where he is featured with the cat, the cat looks a little less than enthused. These things warm my heart. Blessings to you, Cap.
We lost the cat 2 years ago. We miss her. Benny enjoyed hanging out with her.
Always enjoy just listening to this Man speak. What a great teacher.
Thank you
Thank you for your videos. I look forward to you sharing your wealth of experience and knowledge. Glad you dog is doing well - they make the world that much brighter.
Another fantastic video! Thank you Sir. God bless you and yours.
Perfect! Thanks for the information
I had to watch this in three segments it is Saturday morning I'm going to go back and watch it again this is a good video thumbs up
I always carry my EAA snubby 357 when I'm in the woods with my Henry Allweathrr 357 rifle. Thanks for the excellent content as always!
Enjoyed your video and I have a love for S&W revolvers in 38/357. Excellent rounds.
I have been watching your videos for some time now and I have always learned something new even at 72. The thing I always wonder before I see your latest video is will we get to see your pal Benny what a wonderful buddy you have. God Bless you and Benny and thanks for the great firearms information.
I enjoy videos like this covering the history of a cartirdge. Enjoyed your videos on the 30-30, 41 Magnum, 44 Mag/Special, as well.
What a treasury of memories! Love your videos.
Ahhh, another great video sir! I am one of those guys falling for revolvers lately, so this was very interesting subject matter. Thank you.
I just watched your 1911 video. Thanks for leaving the MP Corp in good shape for me. I was a MP in HI from 2002-2007. Tropic Lightning!
Thank you brother. We can be very proud of our unit's heritage. Tropic Lightning!
Anytime-Anywhere. Tropic Lightning
Enjoyed your video, I server in the 25th INF. DIV. 65th Engr. Bart. 1980-84 Tropic Lightning 🇺🇸
Many blessings to you and you Family! It a great day, on A beautiful Saturday here SA Texas sipping coffee and listening to You giving Us your wisdom and experiences! Thanks
Great video, thanks !
.38 special, is one of my favorites !
Happy Birthday to Benny !
Great video and nice photos at the end.
Another very informative video and thanks. I'm glad to see Benny is doing fine, I enjoyed seeing the photo album of Benny brought a smile to me while on night shift. You guys take care, sending greetings from the uk.
I’m a big fan of .38 spl and .357 mag. I have well over a dozen firearms that chamber the .38spl. I carry a vintage Smith or Colt snub in .38spl everyday. I appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge on the topic. Love Benny!
Preach brother. I love my 686+ and I’m watching your video while enjoying a 601 Steel cigar and so far it’s drawing great. Excellent coverage of the material.
Great educational video. You certainly know your subject. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Another great video, for several reasons. My first centerfire handgun was a S&W Model 15 and I still have a collection of 38’s and 357’s that seem to continually grow. While scanning through videos for something I hadn’t yet seen, I stopped when I saw the familiar scene of you in your lawn chair, Benny, the cigar, and that Tropic Lightening cap. The scene was reminiscent of the last video of yours I watched featuring the S&W 41. Keep up the great job you do with the wide array of firearms related topics. That Redhawks you had strapped across your chest should be a good match for your bear problem, but maybe a little heavy for the ticks. Take care, be safe, and keep the great videos coming.
Great video again!!! Happy Birthday, Benny!!!
Great video, as always... best wishes from Chile.
Always informative. Thanks and take care.
Good video on the history of two of my favorite cartridges!
Hooray for Benny the wonder dog! So glad to here he continues to have great health. Loved the video as well. Thanks again.
Nothing better in the quality of a human than loving his pets, Benny looks to be his baby. Great slide show at the end….😊😊
Awesome...loved the slide show at the end. God bless
Started my LE career with a S&W model 19 combat magnum, retired using a Glock model 19. Still have both! Miss my ol fur buddy, cherish every day you have with Buddy. God bless.
Happy B-Day Benny, you make a great team!
Glad Benny is doing well. He seems so relaxed and safe there by your side.
Another great video. Thank you. Love the photos. A lovely family and fine pets.
Thanks for an enjoyable and informative presentation! I listened to it while resizing some 357 Magnum brass. I live in an area of Michigan where we're limited to straight walled cartridges with a maximum case length of 1.8" for deer hunting. I've become awfully fond of the 357 Magnum and, when launched from a carbine, I have found it effective on whitetails out to around 100 yards. I wouldn't push it much farther than that due to bullet drop and loss of velocity. But it is indeed a very versatile cartridge. Some day I wouldn't mind picking up a revolver in 357 Magnum to accompany my carbine.
Great video. The still shots of Benny and the family are magnificent.
Great video, I loved the wonderful slide show at the end too.
Great information! Nice pictures!
Nice surprise photos of Benny. I've often said that dogs are God's special gift to mankind.
Agreed. I am happily owned by 4 dogs.
Yes, that's why dog is god backwards.
@@vladamirkb1 Amen. Undeniable. Proof positive.
I agree also I have a Mini Schnauzer that is 10 and he is really part of the family.
Paul Williamson If God made anything better than dogs he kept it for himself!
I'm happy for you and Benny. I enjoyed the pictures at the end of your video. Take care.
You have a beautiful family. Seeing the kids in the wagon behind the tractor reminded me of the rides my grandpa used to give us like that when I was a kid.
Always enjoy hearing from you and watching Benny...God Bless
Happy birthday Benny. Beautiful montage at the end, stay safe all.
Very interesting history. Thanks for sharing 🙏🏽
Mr. GunBlue490: tanks for shearing your experience, it is very useful and much appreciated.
What a beautiful family. Thanks for sharing.
I Have several revolvers in 38spl/357mag. Probably my favorite cartridges. I really enjoyed this video. Thanks
Thank you for publishing this amazing content. This channel should be well ove 1 million subscribers!
Glad Benny is doing great. My oldest Joe, a Catahoula, just turned 12 and still acts like a fun puppy (he is sitting next to me in the car as I listen to this). A good dog is a blessing to the family in more ways than people realize.
Great video. I didn’t hear mention the .38 Spl +P 158 gr LSWCHP ( “FBI Load”) or the .357 Mag 125 gr SJHP? I have been carrying both in my .38 and .357 revolvers for 15 years both for concealed carry and sometimes outdoor carry (I usually go a little heavier on the bullet weight in the woods). Loaded in my S&W M15 as I type is Buffalo Bore 158 gr .38 Spl+P LSWCHP. That exits my 4 inch muzzle around 1188 fps from chronograph memory.
Loved That final part with benny. I have 3 dogs 2 German pointers, 1 English setter, love them! ❤️🐕
Great video, as usual. I loved the montage celebrating Ben's birthday. I found it funny we have another thing in common, although I'm not sure if Brittany events are called Field Trials or Hunt Tests. I raise and train beagles for AKC Beagle Gundog Field Trials, and have a few Field Champions to bare my name. I also judge and had the honor of judging the 2014 AKC Gundog Brace Nationals at Belmont Jefferson Beagle Club located in Ohio. I've judged and trialed my dogs as far north as Central Mass, as far south as South Carolina and Georgia, and as far west as Indiana, although I live in Central Pennsylvania . It's an expensive hobby (As is being a gun guy, and reloader), but the fellowship and reward of loving and being around hounds is priceless. I have memories of hounds and being with my grandfather from thirty years ago. I really enjoyed seeing Ben in action, and it looks like you have quite a number of great memories as well.
I do have one question or possible request for a video, if you have any experience with the matter, which is Ackley Improved cartridges. I'm in the process of actually building my third semi-custom rifle on an 03A3 Springfield action made by Remington, that was passed down from my grandfather whom had originally sporterized it, then to my uncle and now to me. The barrel is/was shot out so I had the idea of making it a 280 Ackley Improved. I've read nothing but good things on this particular improvement, putting it at the heels of the 7mm Mag, not to mention brass life is increased. If you have any thoughts on improved cartridges I'd love to hear them.
Thanks, and God Bless
The first handgun I ever purchased as a young man was my 6" 586, and it's still my favorite handgun. Even with the 6" barrel and full underlug, you're certainly correct that it isn't a gun for those who do not practice with full power cartridges, or cannot handle them. I take it to the range at least monthly, and after 50-100 rounds of practice with .38 Specials, I run several drills with Federal 357B (125gr SJHP). It is a world of difference between a .38 and those full-power .357 cartridges! I also keep ear protection and tinted shooting glasses nearby it at home, because the 125gr loads will daze you if you set one off in a hallway or small room unprotected. Your expertise certainly shows in your discussion of the overall length of the 158gr .38 Special round nose cartridges versus the length of .357 Magnum cartridges with lighter bullets. I have a Henry rifle chambered in .357/.38, but the manual states that it was designed with .357 length cartridges in mind, so you may get misfeeds if you use .38 Special cartridges other than 158gr loads. As I recall, it doesn't explain that is because of the shorter cartridge length, but that is the reason. Regardless of feeding issues, I've never fired wadcutters through it, because with a 20" barrel I have the same concern you express about the use of wadcutters at .357 Magnum velocities. Even at .38 Special pressures and velocities, I don't want to learn the hard way that they may cause excessive leading or damage the barrel because the conical rear of the bullet is under pressure for so long. The Henry is a fantastic gun for 180gr hard-cast bullets, though. Even with those screaming out at a muzzle velocity of about 1850fps, the weight of the gun makes them quite manageable for almost any shooter in case they are attacked by King Kong or a large boulder.
Truly great photos of your family and Benny. God Bless.
Great video. Brings back old memories. Next week I will be on the job for 35 years. Started out with a S&W model 13. Nice carry gun, and great to shoot with wadcutters or any .38 Special load, but it was a handful with the Federal 125 grain .357 Magnum loads we carried. After a few months I picked up a model 686, which did handle the Magnum loads much better. I carried two speed loaders and 12 cartridges in the old loop holders on my duty belt. I still have the model 13 and model 686, and shoot them often with my .38 Special handloads. Great photo compilation of Benny.