I've really enjoyed this series on WWII small arms. I had the good fortune as a novice BPCR shooter to shoot with Mike a few times. He was always willing to answer novice (stupid) questions and was a pleasure to be around. Thank You!
Glad to hear that you are enjoying the series I know I speak for Mike as well when I say thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! I can't tell you how much Mike has helped me over the years! I would not be the bullet caster I am today if not for him! He is a genuinely nice guy and very humble for a man of his credentials. --Jeremiah
Hello Mike V.. Been reading your articles since my teenage yrs,in the 70s onward when I started reading magazines and started reloading 38's . I enjoyed your writing work very much. Best to You and Mom..Randy S..
I know I speak for Mike as well when I say thank you for all the support and the kind words and feedback we greatly appreciate it! Wish you all hte best as well! --Jeremiah
4:13 Yes, that reminds me of a story. My father was in one of the first two squadrons assigned to Chu Lai when it was built in 1965. Of course it was VERY rough and they didn't yet have frivolous luxury amenities like a secure perimeter fence with landmines, or guard towers. My father tried to get a 1911 from the armorer, but they REFUSED on the grounds that he was medical personnel, who are not supposed to be armed due to the Geneva Convention (funny I don't remember North Vietnam being a signatory). So he went to the PX and purchased the only firearm available there: a Ruger Blackhawk in .357 Magnum! And it's a good thing too because that base was later attacked I believe in October 1965.
That is an amazing story very glad to hear he was able to arm himself. That is very interesting, I feel that stories like that really add to these videos we greatly appreciate you taking the time to share them here we greatly appreciate it! --Jeremmiah
I think we are one of the very few who have actually gotten him on camera and we couldn't be more grateful for him allowing us to do so. Thank you for the kind words and the continued support of this series! --Jeremiah
Glad you enjoyed this one so much! As far as adding one to the collection, we are in the same boat I have been watching the market ever since we filmed this episode! --Jeremiah
I love those 1917 Smith & Wesson revolvers, they actually feel better in my hand as well! I was pleasantly surprised with the fit and finish on Mike's Smith. --Jeremiah
Nothing much more fun than a 1917! Brian Pearce’s article in 306 was the catalyst that finally got me handloading. I like the Colt, but Mike’s right, the Smith is just so nice. Smooth action and a great trigger. I shoot cast bullets only, and my Smith really likes 5.4-5.5 grains of Unique with the 255 grain Lyman 452664. It goes right around 800 fps, and I’d be happy with it as a trail companion.
They are a whole lot of fun! Thank you for sharing that, it is always nice to hear folks enjoy the magazine and the videos we put out. I too love the Colt but there is something to be said about the Smith & Wesson 1917. As always thank you for watching and taking the time to share your experience it is always appreciated! --Jeremiah
@@HandloaderTV I forgot to mention that the load I referenced was one of Mike’s. He used 5.6 grains of Unique with the Oregon Trail version of the bullet. I just tweaked it slightly for a little less velocity. I also rely on Auto Rim cases.
@@876mpr That is really neat! Mike seems to have a load for just about everything! I can't tell you how much his loads have helped me over the years and how many of his loads I have used over the years. Thanks for the kind words and sharing that info with everyone! --Jeremiah
Thank you for the kind words, the feedback is always appreciated! I know I speak for Mike as well when I say thanks for watching and your continued support! --Jeremiah
I know this comment doesn't really belong here, but the latest issue of Handloader magazine was fantastic. Please tell anyone involved that their efforts are appreciated and please keep up the great work!
You can leave a comment on any video anytime! We always appreciate the feedback and we greatly appreciate your support of both the print magazine and the videos we produce here so thank you! --Jeremiah
Lately I have been using the plastic full moon clips. they seem to work well... forgot who makes em but you can easily moon and demoon em with your fingers.
Great to finally see Mike on video. I have read his articles in Handloader for decades. A real inspiration to shooters. I am sorry there have been so few views when idiots out there do stupid things with firearms and have thousands of views.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video I know it means a lot to both myself and Mike. I honestly don't have enough nice things to say about Mike he has helped me so much over the years with casting and shooting I owe him a great deal of my knowledge. That is okay I have no doubt it will grow, especially when folks realize the amount and quality of information we are putting out there. That is why we are so grateful to those who do watch and comment and help support us by sharing our content it means a lot to us and we appreciate it! --Jeremiah
I love the clips for my 45 Smiths, but use Auto rim for rounds I don't want in my 1911, heavy bullet hunting loads in particular. The Revolver and the 45 ACP together are a great development.
I think you have to have at least a few clips to go with these revolvers regardless if you use them or not! I can understand that and that is a good idea to differentiate between loads for your revolvers and other guns. I love the 45 ACP in revolvers I think it is a great idea!! Thank you for watching! --Jeremiah
Thank you for another great video! I'm looking forward to watching you gents shoot the rest of those pistols and revolvers! My personal favorites are the Webleys. They don't lock up very tight, they're ugly (WAR FINISH, anyone?), and they're heavy for what they are, but they are the quintessential British sidearm, in my opinion.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and thank you for watching and your continued support of this series! We will have an individual video on the video on the webleys. I personally really like them as well I do think they are a bit ugly but they are a lot of fun to shoot! --Jeremiah
I never would put "45 Auto" and "Trail Boss" in the same sentence. But sure enough, Hodgdon's website says 3.5g to 4.5g will give you 658 ft/s to 861 ft/s velocities. I might have to make a small batch of those to try in my 45 Auto-capable revolver. Also, nice to see that even seasoned professionals flinch from time to time.
Indeed, it is an interesting powder choice but it works quite well in all honesty! I would highly recommend trying it out, it worked quite well for us while we were shooting and mike has a lot of experience with that powder. Oh yes indeed, I will be the first to admit I flinch and pull shots from time to time. The worst is when you have to watch it over and over again on camera! Thanks for watching! --Jeremiah
@@TomKeown If I am recalling correctly I believe it was 4.5 grains of trail boss at about 750 FPS, I know he said he got the load right off the Hodgdon website. Pretty impressive that he has found loads that work well and shoot to point of aim across so many different firearms. The guy really knows his stuff! -- Jeremiah
Another excellent video, as always. Also, another great gun I've let slip through my fingers due to the financial fragility of youth. If I'd have known how hard and expensive they were to find eventually, I certainly would have kept it. Wonderfully made and buttery smooth. S&W seems to have made them to commercial grade for the military.
Thank you very much for watching and taking the time to comment. I can completely understand that. At least you had the pleasure of owning one! I do love the S&W revolvers they are very nice. I agree they were commercial grade for the military. --Jeremiah
Reloading question: A little unrelated, but what is the maximum load for a 158gr LSWC in the .357 Magnum using Unique? Alliant currently lists 6.0 for a Speer LSWC, but that is not a max load. The old load was 8.0 grs. Is that still safe?
That is a good question the reason why they list 6.0 grains of unique is because typically the bullet is so soft it does not perform well at higher velocities and leading can occur, However with a hard cast LSWC 8.0 grains of unique would be a max load but still safe to shoot. I hope that makes sense if you have any further questions don't hesitate to reach out! --Jeremiah
Great video! I get the impression from what little I've read, that the Marines put about anything they could put their hands on to good use. I think soldiers, regardless of nationality wanted handguns badly in the trenches. I'm also a big fan of Trail Boss.
I don't doubt that at all, I can say the same based on what I have read. I don't blame them either I would want a handgun in the pacific especially given the close encounters that were often recited during that war. I love Trail Boss Powder It is nice to hear from a fellow Trail Boss enthusiast. Thank you for watching! --Jeremiah
God bless you and God bless Mike.
Thank you very much God bless you as well good sir, we appreciate the support and kind words! --Jeremiah
I've really enjoyed this series on WWII small arms. I had the good fortune as a novice BPCR shooter to shoot with Mike a few times. He was always willing to answer novice (stupid) questions and was a pleasure to be around. Thank You!
Glad to hear that you are enjoying the series I know I speak for Mike as well when I say thank you for taking the time to watch and comment! I can't tell you how much Mike has helped me over the years! I would not be the bullet caster I am today if not for him! He is a genuinely nice guy and very humble for a man of his credentials. --Jeremiah
Hello Mike V..
Been reading your articles since my teenage yrs,in the 70s onward when I started reading magazines and started reloading 38's . I enjoyed your writing work very much. Best to You and Mom..Randy S..
I know I speak for Mike as well when I say thank you for all the support and the kind words and feedback we greatly appreciate it! Wish you all hte best as well! --Jeremiah
4:13 Yes, that reminds me of a story. My father was in one of the first two squadrons assigned to Chu Lai when it was built in 1965. Of course it was VERY rough and they didn't yet have frivolous luxury amenities like a secure perimeter fence with landmines, or guard towers. My father tried to get a 1911 from the armorer, but they REFUSED on the grounds that he was medical personnel, who are not supposed to be armed due to the Geneva Convention (funny I don't remember North Vietnam being a signatory). So he went to the PX and purchased the only firearm available there: a Ruger Blackhawk in .357 Magnum! And it's a good thing too because that base was later attacked I believe in October 1965.
That is an amazing story very glad to hear he was able to arm himself. That is very interesting, I feel that stories like that really add to these videos we greatly appreciate you taking the time to share them here we greatly appreciate it! --Jeremmiah
Nice! The first time I heard Mike talk! I have been reading his great articles since I think back in the seventies. Keep up the great work.
I think we are one of the very few who have actually gotten him on camera and we couldn't be more grateful for him allowing us to do so. Thank you for the kind words and the continued support of this series! --Jeremiah
In My S&W 1917 I Have Always Used The .45 Auto Rimmed Rounds and With My Handloads .
Another excellent video. Thanks for sharing these wonderful old guns with us
You are most welcome thank you for your continued support and taking the time to watch and comment! --Jeremiah
Jeremiah you have been reading my mind! Been thinking of these and need one for my collection! This is one of my favorites!
Glad you enjoyed this one so much! As far as adding one to the collection, we are in the same boat I have been watching the market ever since we filmed this episode! --Jeremiah
I have an early 1917 Smith made in 1920 and it has commercial blue and is 'minty' the blue is rich. I shoot it from time to time.
I love those 1917 Smith & Wesson revolvers, they actually feel better in my hand as well! I was pleasantly surprised with the fit and finish on Mike's Smith. --Jeremiah
Nothing much more fun than a 1917! Brian Pearce’s article in 306 was the catalyst that finally got me handloading. I like the Colt, but Mike’s right, the Smith is just so nice. Smooth action and a great trigger. I shoot cast bullets only, and my Smith really likes 5.4-5.5 grains of Unique with the 255 grain Lyman 452664. It goes right around 800 fps, and I’d be happy with it as a trail companion.
They are a whole lot of fun! Thank you for sharing that, it is always nice to hear folks enjoy the magazine and the videos we put out. I too love the Colt but there is something to be said about the Smith & Wesson 1917. As always thank you for watching and taking the time to share your experience it is always appreciated! --Jeremiah
@@HandloaderTV I forgot to mention that the load I referenced was one of Mike’s. He used 5.6 grains of Unique with the Oregon Trail version of the bullet. I just tweaked it slightly for a little less velocity. I also rely on Auto Rim cases.
@@876mpr That is really neat! Mike seems to have a load for just about everything! I can't tell you how much his loads have helped me over the years and how many of his loads I have used over the years. Thanks for the kind words and sharing that info with everyone! --Jeremiah
Classic appreciate this episode so much. I love this series neat guns as always Mike :)
Thank you for the kind words, the feedback is always appreciated! I know I speak for Mike as well when I say thanks for watching and your continued support! --Jeremiah
Now that's a pair of nice old tools !! Great video !!! Thanks
Indeed thank you so much for watching and for you support of this series!! --Jeremiah
I know this comment doesn't really belong here, but the latest issue of Handloader magazine was fantastic. Please tell anyone involved that their efforts are appreciated and please keep up the great work!
You can leave a comment on any video anytime! We always appreciate the feedback and we greatly appreciate your support of both the print magazine and the videos we produce here so thank you! --Jeremiah
Great video!!! Thank you very much!
You are most welcome thank you for watching!! --Jeremiah
Lately I have been using the plastic full moon clips. they seem to work well... forgot who makes em but you can easily moon and demoon em with your fingers.
That is really good to know thanks for the tip! That is something I will have to look into for the future! --Jeremiah
A great video. I like 1917s. Thanks, and Be Well.
Glad you enjoyed it thank you for watching! ----Jeremiah
Great to finally see Mike on video. I have read his articles in Handloader for decades. A real inspiration to shooters. I am sorry there have been so few views when idiots out there do stupid things with firearms and have thousands of views.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video I know it means a lot to both myself and Mike. I honestly don't have enough nice things to say about Mike he has helped me so much over the years with casting and shooting I owe him a great deal of my knowledge. That is okay I have no doubt it will grow, especially when folks realize the amount and quality of information we are putting out there. That is why we are so grateful to those who do watch and comment and help support us by sharing our content it means a lot to us and we appreciate it! --Jeremiah
Simple and fun. Great pistols.
Agreed in full! They really are great guns! --Jeremiah
I recall S&W's historian Roy Jinks stating in his book "The History of Smith &Wesson" that it was Joseph Wesson who invented the half moon clip.
That makes a lot of sense to me, thank you for sharing that bit of information with everyone and thank you for watching!! --Jeremiah
I just recently got a part to make my Colt 1917 revolver work right. I've got some .45 Auto Rimmed loaded and can't wait to shoot it.
That is very exciting!! I wish you the best of luck and small groups to you good sir. I know I had a lot of fun shooting Mike's two! --Jeremiah
I tend to agree with Mike when he said..."I'm old, I like revolvers."
For what it is worth I am young and I like revolvers too! Thank you for watching! --Jeremiah
I love the clips for my 45 Smiths, but use Auto rim for rounds I don't want in my 1911, heavy bullet hunting loads in particular. The Revolver and the 45 ACP together are a great development.
I think you have to have at least a few clips to go with these revolvers regardless if you use them or not! I can understand that and that is a good idea to differentiate between loads for your revolvers and other guns. I love the 45 ACP in revolvers I think it is a great idea!! Thank you for watching! --Jeremiah
Thank you for another great video! I'm looking forward to watching you gents shoot the rest of those pistols and revolvers! My personal favorites are the Webleys. They don't lock up very tight, they're ugly (WAR FINISH, anyone?), and they're heavy for what they are, but they are the quintessential British sidearm, in my opinion.
Glad to hear you enjoyed the video and thank you for watching and your continued support of this series! We will have an individual video on the video on the webleys. I personally really like them as well I do think they are a bit ugly but they are a lot of fun to shoot! --Jeremiah
I never would put "45 Auto" and "Trail Boss" in the same sentence. But sure enough, Hodgdon's website says 3.5g to 4.5g will give you 658 ft/s to 861 ft/s velocities. I might have to make a small batch of those to try in my 45 Auto-capable revolver.
Also, nice to see that even seasoned professionals flinch from time to time.
Indeed, it is an interesting powder choice but it works quite well in all honesty! I would highly recommend trying it out, it worked quite well for us while we were shooting and mike has a lot of experience with that powder.
Oh yes indeed, I will be the first to admit I flinch and pull shots from time to time. The worst is when you have to watch it over and over again on camera! Thanks for watching! --Jeremiah
@@HandloaderTV So does Mike go with 4.4 grains of Trail Boss to get his 750 ft/s velocity?
@@TomKeown If I am recalling correctly I believe it was 4.5 grains of trail boss at about 750 FPS, I know he said he got the load right off the Hodgdon website. Pretty impressive that he has found loads that work well and shoot to point of aim across so many different firearms. The guy really knows his stuff! -- Jeremiah
Smith and wesson as well as colt made the M13 for the air force, totally different guns but same designation
Another excellent video, as always. Also, another great gun I've let slip through my fingers due to the financial fragility of youth. If I'd have known how hard and expensive they were to find eventually, I certainly would have kept it.
Wonderfully made and buttery smooth. S&W seems to have made them to commercial grade for the military.
Thank you very much for watching and taking the time to comment. I can completely understand that. At least you had the pleasure of owning one! I do love the S&W revolvers they are very nice. I agree they were commercial grade for the military. --Jeremiah
Reloading question:
A little unrelated, but what is the maximum load for a 158gr LSWC in the .357 Magnum using Unique?
Alliant currently lists 6.0 for a Speer LSWC, but that is not a max load. The old load was 8.0 grs. Is that still safe?
That is a good question the reason why they list 6.0 grains of unique is because typically the bullet is so soft it does not perform well at higher velocities and leading can occur, However with a hard cast LSWC 8.0 grains of unique would be a max load but still safe to shoot. I hope that makes sense if you have any further questions don't hesitate to reach out! --Jeremiah
Great video! I get the impression from what little I've read, that the Marines put about anything they could put their hands on to good use. I think soldiers, regardless of nationality wanted handguns badly in the trenches. I'm also a big fan of Trail Boss.
I don't doubt that at all, I can say the same based on what I have read. I don't blame them either I would want a handgun in the pacific especially given the close encounters that were often recited during that war. I love Trail Boss Powder It is nice to hear from a fellow Trail Boss enthusiast. Thank you for watching! --Jeremiah