EAA .357 Windicator: Weihrauch in the House (HD)
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I bought one in 1995. Back then I paid $139.95.Looks exactly the same, no difference , except says made in W. Germany. Looks brand new, still. I mean the gun has not changed at all. Very good 38 spl.
Super cool you got a w German model..I'd trade ya for my new one hahaha. Love w. German postols
Thanks for your review. I'm fond of heavier 357 magnum revolvers and it's great to see a blued finish. My first handgun was a Colt Trooper 357. I've been looking for a 6 cylinder snubby in 357 and this is perfect!
Also, glad you mentioned securing the crane lockdown screw. I removed it and used some Blue Locktight thread locker to keep it from backing out.
It's been a great ccw. Replacing my hk uspc .45 for urban and outdoor carry. Or if I'm feeling sexy I carry both
I carry this piece. I've seen people say they wouldn't carry this as a primary weapon. I have to agree. My primary weapon isn't a Glock, or S&W. It's my brain. If you use situational awareness to keep you out of situations before you have to use deadly force. This little cannon is fine.
Any issues
No. Just keep in mind you need to practice as often as you can. Both in single, and double action. So muscle memory carries you through when TSHF. @@roschelledavis1933
I usually carry a uspc .45 and sw shield performance center 9mm but lately this and an old beretta model 418 made the cut for me..at least for morning walks and whatnot. Just about building confidence. You can drop 3-4 hostiles with this with the proper skills. And if you can't stop one attacker with this you're fucked anyway lol.
That said my favorite carry combo is this and the hk uspc with either novx ARX polycase rounds or heavy 230 grain +p, and buffalo bore or Hornady
.357 again. In heavier grain if possible though currently I got lighter rounds in it
Primary carry weapon is Desert Eagle. For revolver lovers S&W 500 Magnum 6 inch. What brain?
👍 review. You are correct in the pronunciation. The gun is made in Germany where "W" is pronounced as we do "V". The word windicator has no meaning in english, but vindicator means a person who clears someone from blame, e.g. takes them out of harms way. 😁🇺🇸
Love mine even with 357 hot loads. Built like a tank, and only had that screw come loose once
I really appreciate this review because it's something I had my eye on too.
Thanx
My pleasure! Glad to help!
I'm picking one of these up very soon. Based on the reviews I think I'll really enjoy it.
Will Kerr It’s definitely worth the money!
@@CitizenCarry that's what I figure! Ya can't beat it.
Would you recommend loctite right out of the box to prevent the screw walking out?
Will Kerr Oh yes. I absolutely do. That screw seems inevitable.
@@CitizenCarry righto. Hav you have any problem with the cylinder turning? I've seen a few reviews on that. It won't deter me but something to consider. And by the way bang up review! I'd compare you to the great mr.hickok
2 nickle snubbed noses and 1 blued 4". Awesome weapon. Nice review.
Steven Peebles Thank you sir!
that gun has a pinned barrel. you won't find that on more expensive guns. i have that exact gun. i put white out on the rear sights and red nail polish on the front. it is heavy but that means it will absorb more recoil. i like that you can fire 38 special, 38 plus p and 357.
What grips will work with this gun? I'd love to put wood on it just for looks.
mixflip I don’t know... but I like the idea!
@@CitizenCarry I have the same question about grip size. I saw one thread suggesting it's a round base K-frame.
EAA has a set of wood grips on their website but they are out of stock. Couldn't find any anywhere else.
Just bought the Windicator. It's Blued, not stainless and the bluing is perfect. 2" snub and 357/38s. $277 new and free shipping to my FFL at sportsmansguide.com. Shot 60+ rounds through it yesterday; 357, 38 Special and Special +P. Handles well and very accurate at 5 yards/15 feet. Worth the money and may buy a second in the stainless version. Semper Fidelis.
lol, it $399 everywhere now. Just picked one up...
@@r1sabotage his comment was 4 years ago the good old days 😅
Great Video! Thumbs forward Revolver shooter? Thats a bit different? I started out my LE Career issued a S&W Model 66 .357. Five years later everyone jumped ship and went for the 9mm. I never felt "outgunned" with my .357.
Yeah, it’s not really how to do it, but I noticed that I was able to lay my thumb down there. But I paid the price!
Oh yes… no one can say .357 isn’t effective. You didn’t end up moving on to semi autos? That’s not a bad thing. Many leos were quick and accurate with revolvers, and like you said, certainly not outgunned!
Think im going to pick one of those up!
I used to own one loved it wish I hadn't got rid of it but then I ran across the Rossi same Great Gun smaller
Is that a windicator in your pocket or you just glad to see me
Chupa Cabra LMAO!!!
How does it compare to a ruger sp101 as far as quality and shootability.i know the ruger has a 5 shot cylinder and weighs 25 oz.....thanks...great review.
steve rugerguy Thank you very much!
I would have to give overall quality to the Ruger. But they both are very nice to shoot. They both have good weight to handle .357.
The Windicator is astounding for the price, though... when you hold one and shoot it you know it’s one of the best examples of value.
@@CitizenCarry they look really good and get great reviews....think I'll get one soon...might go with the nickel 4 inches...
I almost went with the sp101 but decided the savings, extra weight and extra round was worth it..will likely still get an sp101 or gp100 after I get my HK p30L to go with my p30sk haha
It compares quite well to the Ruger SP101. Very accurate for its build. Not quite the fit, and finish, but then again, it's 300 dollars less(not cheaper, just less!)
It’s a 3 lb pull, cocked
Looks like itd be a good woods gun
Used with heavy cast lead, it will stop a bear
Why you never seem to see a $500 revolver idk. I've always seen em 6 to 800 or 2 to 300
Do you still own this gun?how has it held up?I'm really considering buying one.the price is too good to pass up!
It’s holding up well! It’s more than worth the money!
@@CitizenCarry Glad to hear that.thank you!
Boris the Bullet Dodger, the weight is a sign reliability
I like em that there Wind Diccgatorr
It’s Sunday!
No matter what day it is....it's SUNDAY!
Good review.
Elderly will have ussues with recoil.
why would people complain about the weight? dont you want a heavy gun when shooting magnum loads? ive shot 357 magnum loads. these were standard range loads making like 550 ft/lbs at the muzzle. not what you would consider hot by any means. out of a ruger lcr. it fucking sucked. really wasnt fun. so if anything the weight on this gun should be a plus. you can actually shoot magnums out of it and your wrist wont hate you.
Thanks for great review. I just ordered one of these from Sportsman’s Guide for $277. I don’t have it yet, but really looking forward to it. Do you happen to know of any good leather holsters for it?
Steve Barnes I forgot WHICH gun, but I remembered reading that Galco has a holster for one of the Smith and Wesson’s that fits the Windicator. But I can’t remember which.
Im torn between 2" or 4", nickel or blued finish ...any thoughts? Id probably carry the 2" more than the 4", but i think the 4 would be a better range gun.
I guess i know what needs to be done...order both! Hah! Still apprec any thoughts about finish.
Andrew Szekely I think the finish is pretty good for the price of the gun.
I definitely like the 2”... but sometimes wish I got the 4!
I recommend for you to go 2" nickel and 4" blued at the same time, you're welcome
mike cook Well... no one can say that’s bad advice. It sounds like a pretty good solution.
kools
with the exposed spur its not good for conceal carry
J A Yep. Unless you can find a way to ensure the spur wouldn’t hang...(in conjunction with the weight) one can find a ton of better options. You CAN conceal it... but I wouldn’t even try unless it was owb with a jacket covering it.
Buy a Ruger SP101, in .327 Federal Magnum, It will shoot all of these cartridges also. 32HR Mag .32 Short, 32ACP, My wife has one. .327 federal Mag and .357 ballistics are VERY CLOSE and the recoil is less with the .327 , If ONLY Theyd built a .327 AUTOMAG
Not everyone can afford a Ruger. Not everyone wants to beat up a Ruger! Hence, the 357 Vindicator is an excellent alternative. Never mind the screws, Colts were infamous for loose screws! Who cares??? This gun is like a Timex! Takes a lickin', and keeps on tickin'!
Says he is cheap then pulls out a H&K 🤷🏻♂️
Well… I’m *mostly* cheap.
But that H&K cost less than a Glock…which is why I leapt at it. And it’s a good thing because now they’re a billion dollars.
💥🔫👍
Around 11:00 please practice trigger discipline. Dknt want to wee any accidents
I’m pretty certain that with my finger and thumb pinching the front of the trigger guard without even touching the trigger, with the gun upside down, on a revolver that’s demonstrated empty that there’d be no chances of accidents or even rare phenomenon.
In a stressful situation you won't even feel the recoil
Slime Queen well that’s a whole other point. One does tend to sort of go numb under duress.
Now a weak and numb person makes a really interesting shot placement experience!
Love mine, carry it every day, very accurate for a snubby, and if something happens to it I won’t feel too bad, i bought it used for $250 bucks
That is awesome!!
I have one ... it's my carry weapon ... I love it ... loaded with .357 hollow points it's a little beast ... makes me feel like Dick Tracy. LOL
Haha same.here. I shoot it very well even at 100 feet and one eye. Shoots as straight as my ruger police shooter six .357, even my HKS and SIG 1911! Very impressed. Great German craftsmanship. Still looking at a chiappa or colt king cobra for higher end though lol
(Snap caps) "Don't go to your psychiatrist or mom's demand action just yet" lol 😁
That one got me too😁
I'm really interested in the windicator as my 1st 357
the main thing people do not mention is that the barrel is pinned. nobody does this any more. but the krauts do.
Germans. Calling germans krauts today, is like calling americans Indian Killers.
it's not pinned. it is a barrel sleave with an alloy shroud. the shroud is held on with a set screw: that has a habbit of falling out
@@robbydane625 absolutly right
A file and some blueing will fix that edge. I've always used one hand only, so wouldn't have that issue. Nice value!
My grandmother grew up in a Scottish orphanage and was extremely frugal. Peace
this gonna be my next gun purchase.
I actually, like the weight of it.
I don't think it's one I would carry it as an every day gun.
Amazing weapon, ( 6 ) .357 magnum rounds. 1 for effect & 5 for balance. Best of all, no expensive mags required !
*¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡""AND SONS, ""IT SOUNDSLIKE A FUNERAL-HOME""!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!*
Thanks for the review.
m peters My pleasure!
good review
It's an amazing weapon. Keep it in the kitchen.
Good video but watch that thumb or any fingers dont stick them out past the cly you could lose a thumb or finger from the excapeing presser between cly an barrel
Steve Clark Oh yes. I covered that herein. I said that.
i bought one about a month ago and im happy with it. i havent got to shoot it yet but ive watched alot of vids on it and i cant wait to. love the ability to shoot a few different rounds in it and i will probably use it for a woods carry trail gun in a side holster, or a night stand gun with .357 on tap. it could be carried daily but for my body type and carry preference i will stick to my sccy 2 9mm.
"I'm happy with it"
"I haven't shot it"
Dumbass.
That's funny you called it the Colt Python, as I have both...
I was surprised about how many people didn’t catch that!
I just paid 380 for one.
There is not many affordable 357s around
A year later from your post, just paid 399 for mine...
I like mine, the weight isn't a problem.
Why do Germans pronounce v's as w's and vice versa?
Just wondering?
I know a guy that worked for a German for two years being called Wance.
I love the German people by the way.
kev lar LOL!! Me too. But I guess that’s a function of both accent and spelling as they pronounce things. But then again.... lots of languages have a different sound with different consonants. And ZAT is fine vith me!
I really like the look of that revolver
Given my German heritage I probably am obligated to get on huh?
Mk Shffr LOL!! Maybe two!
Oops... Typo should be one.
Great video! I'm confused. I am looking into buying one. I assumed this was 38/357. Your revolver states only 38 sp. Another review i read the customer was disappointed that the revolver was 38 sp only. Any input?
It reads 38 Special on one part of the gun, and it reads .357 on the cylinder. I believe Weihrauch used the same barrel for both revolvers.
@@CitizenCarry TKX
@@CitizenCarry I just purchased the 38 spc version because I will never be shooting 357 Mag. Also found out that the 38 and 38/357 frame differ in the fact that the 38 frame is an alloy material and the 38/357 frame is steel. Both barrels and cylinders are steel on each model. I learned this when I read that the 38 version is not approved California and the 38/357 is?? It's due the the California low melting point rule.
There is no painful or uncomfortable recoil with that gun shooting 357 magnum in a 29 ounce gun which is a good thing because it does not hurt your hand or anything. You can shoot 38 special out of this gun as well which is soft recoil.
mine says Rockledge FL. Why?
It’s the importer mark. Yours was probably bought by EAA Importers.
You're a good narrator, sir.
FDanielon Thank you! I appreciate that!
I hear nothing but good reviews...
Juanes O. Yeah me too. I’ve heard a couple try to trash it, but they were trying to compare it to premium high dollar revolvers. For the most part it seems to get good reviews.
2improper Channel yeah you can’t compare it to a $700.00 dollar revolver. I am still looking at this or a Taurus 605 which is also a 357 but only a 5 shot.
@@NBA2KGod23 Def go with the eaa windicator. Taurus are not made as well from everything I've heard and seen
Joe Cannabyte thanks! I went with a Taurus G2C. Seems to be holding up. Still looking at a revolver in the future.
That's a Bad little Canon
J. Sanchez Right on! It may not be a finely crafted timepiece... but it’ll get the work done!
@@CitizenCarry Definitely a bad ass cannon!
Sharpie marker will put a thin layer of protection on the crown in the white....
🙂 a Vi-roac ? In german pronunciation its like Wai-rauch
( ch in german sounds exactly the same as a bobcats hiss)
The Weihrauch company is known in Germany for its very high-quality and precise air rifles (HW-100) but also for large-caliber hunting weapons of various types, and rightly enjoys the reputation of a premium manufacturer.
Eric Müller That it is!
i bought that exact gun in 2015. i think the double action pull is too heavy. i paid $350.00 for it. i was looking for a 357 snub nose that held 6 rounds and the price fit my pocket book.
Yeah, it’s hard to find a better .357 for the price. I’m sure you can lighten that trigger a bit. Have you looked into it?
You may also want to watch or Locktite the cylinder release tab screw as well.
Thanks for the review. I ordered one from Bud's and it should be at the FFL tomorrow. Can't wait!
Allan Jirik Exciting time!!
Shot it for the first time today, surprisingly accurate. Not a family heirloom but a great utility gun. I am a lefty and it fits great in a uni-belly band. I prefer the weight because of the recoil. Thanks again, and a shout out to a fellow Michigander!
Allan Jirik That’s me too, the weight makes it pretty much easier to shoot. And 38 special is a breeze!
How about shooting it in the dark and see how big is the muzzle flash. Can it temporarily blind the shooter?
Good question! I’ll bet so, at least temporarily!
I call it the Little "Panzerfaust" in 357!
I thing u just need lock tight gooo not a special screw
de Jay That’s what I ended up doing!
Is this a .357 mag revolver? Or is it just chambered for .357. There's a big difference. I just bought one, and it supposed to be here tomorrow. With the barrel length, I never planned on shooting anything other than +p.38
As far as I know it’s designed to shoot .357, so I’d say it’s primary.
There is no difference in a revolver chambered in 357. " chambered in" 357. simply means it shoots 357 mag This revolver is a 357. Mag that also shoots 38 .special.
I WANT ONE!
GI Joe type 😂😂😂😂
Great review brother. Thanks for doing it.
My pleasure!! I liked doing that one.
This is my primary carry, I had a hand injury once that set me back about 3 weeks for recovery. I couldn’t pull the slide on any of my semi autos. Which had me thinking, If i have an injured limb or hand i can shoot this with either hand. In my experience shooting it…no feeding problems, no dealing with clip issues and it fires every time. I’m a small person , small hands and i’ve had zero issues with recoil in 158g .357. And I’m not ashamed to say , but I’m more accurate than any of my semi auto slide guns. But since it’s a snub nose, I keep my hands free of the sides of it. Made in Germany…it’s a great gun
You kinda sound like mr.rodgers lol
shane Brown That’s the third person I sound like! First was Castiel from Supernatural, next was Regis Philbin and now Mr. Rogers! I keep telling people I want to sound like James Earl Jones!
@@CitizenCarry lol that's gonna take some practice
shane Brown Yeah, my voice isn’t deep enough. I’d sound like him on helium.
Yeah, Mr. Rodgers with a hand cannon!
Just bought this 357 Windicator. My ? is what is the best Ammo to use in this weapon? Both 357 & 38spl. Grain wise & possibly Brand? Thanks for any feedback.👍
Weihrauch made air cartridge revolvers for Brocock the frames are the same gun as a live firer, good quality ,, but reasonable prices Brocock revolvers are practically banned in the UK,
I have this same revolver. I love it, but I wouldn’t conceal carry it, cuz I’m in a wheelchair and I feel like it would be hard to conceal
The frame around the cylinder and barrel is steel. The barrel shroud and grip frame/trigger guard are alloy.
Thanks for the review I actually bought one at turners yesterday I can't wait to goto the range..
Just put a box through this gun (4" version)...the grip looks like it wont work for you, but feels great. The recoil with .38s is almost nothing but the front sight does need paint. Great bang for the buck.
Not a Commando, but your barrel says 38 spl. You're shooting 357 through it?
The gun shoots 38 special and 357 magnum. The cylinder is chambered for .357 and it’s on the cylinder. They dual-purposed the barrel.
lol, I just bought one and said to the dealer, I want the 357 not this 38. Then I saw it printed below the 38 spl.
I think mine in a earlier life was in the Battle of Kursk ???
So...how’s the blueing? 😁
I have one great little side toy
Does it shoot 38 special +P?
Absolutely! It can shoot 38 special to .357 magnum.
@@CitizenCarry The reason I asked is because the user manual says the warranty is void if you shoot +P. I am guessing that manual was for 38 special and did not update for 357.
@@vrva3138 You’re probably right. I’ve gotten other manuals that were about pistol lines, but not specific to caliber or barrel lengths, etc. if this gun can shoot 357 it’d shake off 38 spl. +p.
Model number ?
I've got one in layaway with Bud's. I wanted something in .357, plus .38 Special is still fairly cheap right now.
Is Bud’s Guns a reliable gun dealer?
Are you from metro Detroit? I'm interested in that pawn shop you showed. I'm always looking for cool gun shops around here.
Joe S. I am indeed! It’s in Garden City on the corner of Wayne and Ford! Tell them I said “hey!”
Great review sir
I blued the bare mental in the barrel. Looks good and blends in.
Rocko Gawky Nice!!
im thinking about getting this i really want a snub nose but i seen a review that the guys gun had screws coming off tbe grip and underneath the barrell. have u had any mechanical issues with yours?
Mr. Becerra Oh yes. In this video I cover that in great description!
Loctite will fix that. Real minor mod. Other revolvers have that happen too once in awhile. No biggie
If you can hold it still for a few seconds we could see it😵
colt45 Peacemaker
I try to give the viewer multiple angles of the guns because I started doing the productions with just the gun sitting there. And the first few comments I would get were “Is there another side to this gun?” And “ I wish he’d show us...”
So I started the moving thing. The problem is that I talk with hand gestures. I’m working on that part! 😁
The gun in your video is marked .38 special! How on earth did you fit 357's in there???
kiteman357 It also reads 357 magnum... and those and 38 special are the same chamber size. The length of the magnum is a tad longer.
They use the same barrel shrouds to make the gun affordable. The 38s just say 38 special. The 357s say 38 special 357 magnum.
Have you tried any +p ammo in it? The reason I ask is because the manual says not to use it but I don't understand why. I mean, doesn't the 357 have a ton more pressure, etc? Surely this gun can handle +p... right? Or is there some other reason they say not to use it?
I have no idea why it’d say that. It’s true, .357 is lots more powerful. I have shot Buffalo bore 38 Spc. +p. and though that’s a really hot one, it wasn’t even close to standard .357.
@@CitizenCarry Thanks for the reply. So, you have shot +p in this gun?
With my limited knowledge, the only reason I could think of was that maybe the +p would cause cylinder fouling a lot quicker.
Btw, the reason I was asking was because +p was all I could find in my area that wasn't reloaded ammo. The reloaded is fine for target practice but I wanted some ammo to keep in the gun for real world emergencies... which hopefully will be never. I suspect I will be fine with the +p as long as I don't start firing off hundreds of rounds of it on the range.
Thanks again for the reply.
@@101perspective. It's a standard maual for both 38, and 357. The 38 has an alloy frame, and the 357 is all steel. They don't reccomend using +P with the 38 because of the alloy frame. +P is obviously fine through the 357 all steel rendition of the 38 special. BTW, the barrel shrouds are also standard on both rtevolvers.
@@giannidangelo2590 Makes sense. Thanks.
Question: I'm disabled could I shoot this one handed?
Zero Fox
It depends on your disability. It also depends on the strength of your good hand. 357 magnum shot one handed will take a bit of practice. I suggest watching a bunch of videos of folks shooting one handed to give you a bit of perspective. I say all of this not knowing your capabilities, and I don’t want to give you a bad answer.
@@CitizenCarry Thanks
To me the 357 Windicator in 2inch looks like S&W's M19 2inch 357 would you agree. Do you like the lighter Luger lrc 357 and the Taurus 605 poly protector 357. Please respond.
HIGH SECURITY AGENT It does look a little like that. I never got around to the Taurus... but I did have the Ruger LCR (and reviewed it). I really like the LCR: but I only had the 38 special version. To tell the truth, I might get another LCR: I just can’t lay off those....
@@CitizenCarry Thank you for responding.
Those lighter sub 25 oz 357s reek havoc on your hand! You want the heft of a 25-30oz 357.
Can’t beat the price, but that screw really gets to me
jaimecyu Yeah.... it’s a frequent issue, I wonder why they don’t resolve it.
I wonder if there’s a way to remove the screw and make it flush with the frame. The attractive price should make it a “project” gun
Ah........BTW...this is called the WINDICATOR......N O T Vindicator as you call it numerous times in the video.
M20L35 I was being a German.
It's actually supposed to be pronounced Vindicator.. like Canik is supposed to be pronounced Janik..
ž đ Right. Plus Germans pronounce W’s like V.
M20L35 it is pronounced with a V not W
It's like Richard Wagner (pronounced "Vagnah"), the famous composer.
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Richard_Wagner
The EAA .357 is a fine home defense piece, especially with a backup pistol. Reliability, good ammo, and the first 3-5 shots are most crucial, while grabbing a pistol is faster than reloading.