As a retired cop who had to use my issued .38 three times during my 30 year career I still carry a 5 shot J frame. Like many others I’ve tried the tiny .380 pistols and while they are easier to carry, I haven’t found a single model to be 100% reliable.
And the expansion is either not there or very inconsistent with the mouse size guns. I love my Taurus 605 loaded with PDX1 357 mag. If I run 38 special I use soft lead. Can't find any hollow points that are consistent expansion. They just can't dump the denim in that threshold of velocity. In bare gel they work. 158 gr LRN do some fantastic work in the human body. Just ask Lee Harvey Oswald?
Agreed. I had big issues with my S&W Bodyguard .380 and my Ruger LCPII .380, despite really wanting to carry therm. I have since gone to the S&W 637 as my EDC, and I'm very happy with it and extremely confident in it, especially with the installed Crimson Trace laser grips.
@@bigswingface5847 what issues did you have with the bodyguard? Been carrying it with a techna clip iwb for years shooting it regularly with zero problems.
@@truthseeker1833 Excessive jamming with several kinds of ammo. I even sent it back to S&W and they sent it back, and first time out, it jammed again. Took it right in to trade it in on a LCPII, which was great until the extractor broke. Ruger sent a new slide and barrel, and a month later, the extractor fell out.
I CARRY A 640 because I don't trust the 38 .The MARINES kicked the 38 to the curb for not putting the CHINESE DOWN DURING THE KOREAN WAR. So if the MARINES won't use it I have no use for it.357.or 9mm 45ACP. In the waistband period no doubt. In a GUNFIGHT you can't have enough ammunition I know that 4 sure. It gets crazy and you got to move without thinking or you will catch a BULLET. So I say stay out of the SHIT if you can BUT have a backup. GLOCK 17 EXTRA MAGAZINE'S A LAWYER ON SPEED DIAL.
Yes sir, Don't believe that Horseshite that .38+p is "just as powerful "(does Paul Harrell arm gesture!😆) The .357 magnum, even from a short barrel, IS better. 👍👍
@@robme3660 You know it really doesn't matter to me what you think, and not sure WHY I keep replying, because it's getting Annoying. I've been shooting revolvers for over FORTY YEARS...that's all I'm saying about the subject now...bye now...
I switched to a revolver, for concealed carry, SW 442, 5 shot, as I can't rack a semi any with ease due to an injury to my left hand. I carry two speed strips with plus p loads and practice regularly firing, reloading and firing. I feel very comfortable with this arrangement and not under armed. I'm fortunate to have options.
Im sure youre happy with the revolver but if your ever in the market again for a semi auto Smith and Wesson make 2 guns that are labeled as "ez" with easy to rack slides. Maybe you can give them a look if your interested.
on early sat morning, 4:30 am, I was woken up to gun fire. Two idiots leaving a party in my building, started shooting at each other in my parking lot. Not a happy sound to wake up to. I dont own my own gun, and after this weekend, I don't want to EVER feel vulnerable and afraid. I am buying my own, I will learn how to shoot it and I just want to find the best, to carry, to shoot and most versatile. I live in Maine, we have the conceal carry law, every person can conceal carry here. But these punks shooting in my driveway, were carrying illegal guns, and well, I guess from what the cops said, good that they did not know how to shoot. No one was hurt, but our cars filled with holes. I am just searching now for a proper carry gun which to buy, and then I will be taking lessons to learn. so I am not the stupid person who did not know how to shoot, but I will never be put in the position where I was afraid and I had no way to protect my family So yes, I am very happy I live in this country .... Its not the smart and responsible people who shoot and kill innocent ppl, its the idiots wanna be gangsters and just plain fuktards who shoot up say my apt. building and parking lot, outside my bedroom window, I did not know if these gun shooters were going to try to come into my home. YOU do not know how that feels until you go through it, and now, its time to own my own gun.
Buy a S&W or a Ruger and you will be good to go. They are reliable and will perform when you need them too. Keep watching every video you can to learn as much as you can. The world is full of bad men who have no pity on weak people. Carry a revolver and you will be as powerful as any bad guy. Good Luck.
Maybe you could find a gun range that can let you try a spectrum of guns. The small revolvers are fine and easy to conceal but you only have 5 shots and they have to count. Seems you posted 2 months back anyway so let us no what choices you made.
+Paul Dutton thank you that's a great idea, I've been looking for classes. I've really found that a lot of the classes we had in Maine have been reduced since the laws changed to allow licenced gun owners to carry concealed without permits now.
+Paul Dutton. I'm having a difficult time finding classes and that's my big issue. I want to learn properly. shooting, carrying, cleaning the lack of knowledge is disturbing.
Why would you shave the hammer off a 637 when you could just buy a 642? I'm seriously curious. Couldn't you just do the trigger work on the concealed hammer model?
Rich and Bob forgot to mention that those modification void any warranties that the gun may carry. Also if the gun malfunctions in a real gun fight or blows up in your hand, it will be impossible to sue S+W.. Just buy a S+W 642
@@Its_Papa_John Unless the trigger on a 642 has been 'smoother', there is simply no way it is going to fire unless you deliberately pull the trigger; it's that heavy and long. As for doing a trigger job, I'd be very careful and perhaps want it done ONLY at the S&W factory (I think they do this). If you're ever involved in an incident where you fire, some enterprising prosecutor may make a big deal of what was done. Your lawyer will want to be able to say that "it came from the factory just as you see it, ladies and gentlemen of the jury!"
First time I have watched one of your videos and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I don't usually comment too often but after watching the entire 27 minute video I felt I had to. I am a retired Port Authority NY/NJ Police Sgt. Worked 1980-2003. Out of the academy we carried a S&W Model 10-2 4" Bull Barrel.38, I loved that gun and it was an incredible reliable service weapon. Upon graduating the academy at the age of 21 I bought a S&W model 60 Chief Special. I had the hammer cut and polished and had the front fixed sight notched and some sort of orange plastic material fit into it. I carry that weapon still to this day. It was my off duty, undercover, second on duty backup and everything gun. I have always said that these handguns are the ultimate, best, so comfortable to carry you forget you have it handguns ever. I had a custom IWB holster made for it, with the belt clip up high so the gun sat inside the pants down low. Just recently the holster was no longer usable and fell apart. I tried to have it duplicated with no luck. I too am a person that doesn't like change, so I really miss that holster. Can't find another like it. Anyway, I just felt a special connection to you guys and this video. So much so that I am going to track down a S&W 637 Wyatt Deep Cover and buy one because you can never have too many snub nose .38's. Thank you for a trip down memory lane just because of a handgun that I have been carrying for 37 years.
I carry this revolver from performance center in waist band. Carry glock 21 in my computer backpack too. Grab on person fast to get me to cover. Pull out 21 next. Then get to truck and pull out 30-30 rifle and get to it! Living in Mexico for 5 years working for Volkswagen taught me correct ways. Someone shot in hood everyday.
I was a cop in Phila for 22 yrs and carried the S&W Model 10 in uniform and the Chief's Special in plainclothes. At 5'7", 150 lbs, I had a problem concealing the Snubby in summer, when wearing say, shorts and T-shirt. So I went to the Beretta Bobcat .25. Now retired, I carry a Ruger LCP in summer, and the Ruger SP 101 .357 when I'm wearing enough clothing to conceal a larger gun. I'd love to carry a 15-shot handgun at all times, but let's be honest here, if the gun's size, weight, and bulk prevent me from carrying, what good is its capacity?
Or…an LCR in .327 Federal Magnum. Extra round of capacity, more power, can carry with .32 H&R, (comparable in power to .38 special) or full-house .327 (comparable to .357, but with far less recoil).
I still prefer the Ruger SP101, in .357 magnum. A slight trigger job done by me, made the action real slick. i had no trouble putting all 5 rounds dead center bullseye at 25 meters, rapid fire. Any longer distances, I only need 1 shot from my S&W model 29, w/6" barrel. I can knock over 1-liter oil cans all day at 100 meters. Now I am retired and sold everything. I prefer peace and quiet now.
I've wanted a snub nose for a while now and it was down to this and the LCR. While I will say that I like the LCR's trigger a little better, for some reason this Deep Cover seems to handle recoil much better even though it only weights 1/2 an ounce more. I LOVE the fact that I don't need a holster as well. I know a lot of people knock revolvers in favor of higher capacity semi-auto's, but for me, the simple fact of the matter is that my G26 sat in the safe because I hated how fat it was....the S&W Deep Cover is now my daily carry along with the Ruger LC9s. Carry what you WILL carry, not what you "think" you'd like to carry...found that out the expensive way.
In all honesty the likelihood of needing to USE a gun is very slim but why only be prepared for the least when you can without much more effort carry 35+ rounds with a semiautomatic.
Because 35 rounds of ammo and a gun to pump them through is a lot of weight to carry around all day. Anyone who thinks a S&W revolver isn't enough gun just isn't thinking straight any longer. Too many macho videos may have destroyed his mind.
Being restricted with regard to the number and use of firearms that I could own I developed an interest in actual differences between efficiency and market hype. The main problem that I have discerned is that most handgun rounds is that projectiles are designed to expand at certain velocities which are not easy to obtain in a 2" barrel. One of the methods that I have used is to use a fast burning, shotgun, propellant which has produced really good results on the range but...... XTP 125gr at 1100 at 3yrds produces a through and through at 20 yards when going heart lung. For self defence I would suggest the old belt buckle target and go for the bone/pelvic girdle sight picture as I am totally convinved that unless you hit the vital triangle (brain stem) there is no hand gun which will drop an attacker within 20 yards, and very few rifles. I carried a 38spl loaded with < 128gr at high velocity rounds but as always shot placement is always the most important aspect. As always the the best way to avoid getting hurt in a fight, gun or otherwise, is don't be there. I have never felt under gunned with a 5 shot 38spl
Nail on the head, my friend! EVERYONE teaches "center mass" because that's the Easiest, Largest area that most will be able to hit. Below the belt is a very effective area to cause a "break in contact". Also, the inner thigh is a good spot, especially if You learn WHERE the femoral arteries are. 😉👍👍
James Bond's other gun (in the book) "Only hold 5 rounds, but by the time they're gone', Major Boothroyd allowed himself a wintry smile, 'somebody's been killed." ~ Dr No
I enjoyed this presentation and agree with your concept re: this model. I would like to do this with a S&W 3" .357 so I have the option of .38 and .357 mag. I have 4 revolvers. S&W 3", S&W 4", Ruger 4" and a Rossi 4". (Good to still come across folks who appreciate the "wheel guns"...)
The one I like the best straight out of the box is a Taurus! yes, I said it! a Taurus! The 357 magnum Poly protector or 38 Spec +P. Poly protector. The weight is great and the grip size and "Vibram styled" grip handles even the 357 magnum just fine! I have been very pleased after shooting a box of 50 rounds with the 357 mag Poly Protector. I like the option of SA, and the hammer is in such a position that it does not get in the way at all. For the price and even the look and style, i see it as a very well done pistol for conceal carry. 5 rounds of 357 magnum will do very well, And if you prefer 38 spec, you could load it with that as well. With the 357 at least you have the choice of 357 or 38.
Don't fall into the Taurus trashtalk. My favorite is the 605 .357, it's small, relatively light, and balls on accurate. Even with a 2" barrel with 158gr, it's Very controllable...for me at least. 👍
I've been shooting snub nose 38 since 1986.. I currently own a 5 shot snub .,357 with factory ported barrel.. 38 special five shot charter arms snub..a Smith's 342 airweight to 38spec .. 11 oz unloaded hammerless.. and a Taurus 3 in 6 shot 856 defender..love the Snubbies ..
personally i agree i love revolvers, S&W and Rich do fantastic work. But the best concealed carry is the gun that you have the best shot placement and that you feel comfortable shooting and carrying. Any good trainer will tell you that. Just because some one tells you that's the best gun for carry, don't always go with that. even though a revolver is my first choice but i have fired 1000s of rounds from it. you need to go with what you shoot the best. Test lots of guns this is something you are using to protect you and your loved ones everyday. Be safe and keep shooting!
My profilepicture kind of tells why im here, im shooting competitions with my small J frame S@W mod 60 2" (made late 1986-early 1987) . Its such a nice small gun, I live in Northern Scandinavia so we dont carry guns, its only for practice and competition shooting- Distance is 10-25m, and if the shooter is capable, it will hit the bullseye....again and again.... The funfactor of this small guns are just awesome. Thank you for putting up this video...cheers
I know this is a few years ago but I think the 32 H&R magnum is my kindof “bare minimum” self defense rd for revolver. There are some pretty dang hot and effect modern 380acp loads now that might challenge a lot of 38special. I also love the 327 federal magnum in my LCR for conceal carry. 6 very effective rounds.👍🏻
I bought one a couple years ago and I love it it's part of me and I don't leave home with out it hell most of the time I have it in my pocket when I'm at home you guys and gals are awesome thanks
I have to say I agreed with nearly everything you guys put forth on this vid. I went through so many "carry" guns for EDC before coming back to my old tried and true J frame I lost count. The latest and greatest sub 9's, the micro 380's...feh. The good old Smith J frame's been getting the job done for almost 70 years, packs plenty of wallop downrange, won't fail to feed with a weak load, is lightweight, and small enough to carry everywhere all day. Referencing the LCR comments, I've had them. They're bigger than the J frame, and, while having a lighter trigger pull from the factory, don't have the smoothness and reliability of the Smith trigger. The LCR can be easily short-stroked and skip a chamber during rapid fire. Never had the problem with the Smith. And, in the case of the 442/642 platform (sorry, Rich! I like less possibility of junk getting in the works), the high grip you can take on the gun really lets it settle in the hand during recoil.
Were you having a competition to see how many erroneous or exaggerated cliches you could fit in one video? "Let's try to stay out of situations where you need that many rounds." I got a better idea: let's try to stay out of situations where we need a gun. If we fail to do that through no fault of our own, we may find ourselves in need of more than five rounds. "If you can't hit 'em with one, you need practice." People who say that don't have a clue how difficult it is to hit a rapidly moving target who is trying to kill you.
Probably pretty easy if their close.. Really what are the chances That you'll ever need to pull a gun? If you need more than 5 shots I don't wanna know what you did to get in a situation where people would be that determined to come after you. In all honesty having a gun would probably be enough to scare off an attacker in the 1% chance something even did happen. Unless you did something to put yourself in a situation where people would unstoppingly come after you, I'm sure an average civilians life isn't worth getting shot at
On most days I carry a Glock 26 with Speer Gold Dot 124 grain +p ammo. It is ridiculously accurate. It is easy to conceal IWB and I have never had a malfunction. I shoot, inspect, and clean regularly. I don't take it for granted. My Sunday-Go-to-Meeting pocket pistol is a Kahr CM9. It is also extremely reliable.
Great load for the snub nose 38 special is the federal HST 38 special + p 130 grain.. Federal achieves plus p velocities by seating the huge hollow point deep in the case .. this builds up plus p velocities without adding more powder the result is a 38 special bullet that expands and reaches 13 in denim covered ballistic gel.. out of a 2 inch barrel.. with extremely low recoil like shooting a 22 magnum
My instructor always told me, "get something easy to carry, and easy to use." Picked up a S&W 642. Put some hogue stocks on, and a good pocket holster. Remember: front sight, target, backstop.
I respectfully disagree with a revolver as the best CC choice. Quickly and effectively drawing a weapon form waistband, shoulder, ankle or any other method of concealed carry requires an obvious and unnatural movement that requires significant practice to perform efficiently and effectively, and which can “telegraph” your intention to a potential threat. IMHO the ability to casually and naturally place your hand on your weapon, in advance and undetected, is an extremely important advantage that can't be overestimated. Front pocket carry is the method that best provides this option. Practice time being equal, deep conceal front pocket carry results in the ability to more quickly, easily, casually and effectively present a weapon and maintain the advantage of surprise. Considering size (including thickness), weight, concealability, capacity, reloading speed, recoil and effective stopping power a small 9mm pistol betters or comes very close to a .38 revolver in almost every category while much better allowing the additional and very important front pocket carry option. And options are always better. Simply keep your finger off the trigger until the weapon is effectively deployed and firing in self-defense is your only remaining option. Use a good pocket holster. And don’t put anything else in the pocket with your weapon except your hand.
I don't get it. Why go through the trouble of triming down the hammer on the model 637 when you can have the model 638 with a factory made recessed hammer.
My daily carry Smith's 342 airlite TI....38 spec (titanium cylinder 11 oz unloaded!!). It's just like the centennial 642 only with a titanium cylinder which makes it 11 oz instead of 15.. the d a o trigger is very smooth and not heavy at all.. I installed full size rubber hogue monogrips covers the back strap cushions my hand against recoil and I can get all my fingers on the gun from maximum control yet have no problem carrying it in my right front jeans pocket in a DeSantis Nemesis holster
I love small revolvers. I have a Colt detective special newer addition that I bought in 1993. One of my favorite guns next to my Python. A great six round snubby and the 38 special is very formable with modern rounds and ballistics. Great video guys!
I have for years used a centenial type J frame (342pd). But just today bought a Ruger LCR in .357 to see what it can do. May keep using the S&W just don't know yet.
Tom, why don't you and Tammy do a review on this sweet little piece, it would make for some good viewing, and by the way we both loved Tammy's video she made a couple days ago. You and Rich need to make another video together again.....Take care my friend.
Keep this show up, I love it! I watched when you guys were on tv and I subscribed to this channel yesterday. This new show is awesome and I think it is a lot better than the old one. Thanks for making this.
Now days, criminals are usually working in team, so if you are 100% sure that you can take down 2 people with 5 shots, then I will go with a G26 or a Shield with mag mod which will gave me 10 rounds total.
Me and my fiancé both carry S&W 642’s with painted sights and Hogue full grips. Very easy to carry and fun on range days. Folks say it’s hard to shot but I guess I have strong hands cuz it’s a breeze for me
I love seeing y'all back "on." I used to watched the show every time it came on. On EDC guns personally my Glock 22 or Ruger LCP. I know I'm gonna hear it from everyone about the .380 but I really like the light weight and the laser. I really like the laser, but I think I might have to make room in the collection for a Deep Cover.
Great video!! Nothing wrong with the.38 special but I personally prefer to carry the .357 magnum snub nose!! Yes you lose a lot of velocity with a snub nose but the .357 magnum snub nose still shoots with greater velocity than the 9mm!!
sales pitch aside, they are right....S&W J Frame .38 specials are the best concealed carry pistols no need for expensive custom ones either....a plain jane out the box 442/642 is hard to beat
Agree 100%. S&W J-frame is the BEST concealed carry gun EVER. I like the old FBI load of 38 Special +P 158 gr LSWC-HP. Superb round, especially the Remington version. Seems many folks overlook what a highly effective round the 38 Special actually is, when the round is loaded with a good bullet design. It was Agent Mireles firing a S&W 686 loaded with 38 Spl +P 158gr LSWC-HP who ended the infamous FBI Miami shootout in 1986. The only 38 Special hits on the bad guys that day were the hits that stopped and dropped them! The "old school" 38 Special succeeded when the 9mm ammo failed miserably that day.
Rich, great show. From the demonstrations I've seen, a .380 FMJ is less powerful than a FMJ 9mm, but the hollow point will put a lot of hurt of someone and they won't be able to tell the difference between it and a 9mm hollow point. Most likely you're not going to use a .380 for shooting assailants at 100 feet, but rather less than 12 feet. I have no problem carrying a .380 loaded with hollow points.
People who think the "recoil" of a .38 snubbie is bad don't need to carry a gun. One of my "go to's" is a 2" .357, loaded with 158gr semijacketed flat nose.
I shoot and carry a Taurus Poly Protector .357 and a Ruger LCR 357. I try to shoot 50-100 rounds a week at the local range with both. While they do kick and buck a little, it is tolerable. If you carry them, then be committed to practice with them.
@@gutbucket260 I carry a Taurus 605. The grip is really great, fits my hand good for a small frame. I usually dump 100 rounds every time I go to the range. I Certainly Agree with you, SHOOT what you're going to Carry and if it's a DA/SA, act like it Doesn't have a hammer. I shoot Double Action only with it. 👍
Great video Rich! That's what i like to see in the channel. Guns been made, but i still miss more guns been shooting. It's getting better, as soon as you improve the channel with more different guns and more shooting, more views you'll have. Tks
Hey Rich!!! Can you do an episode where you talk about your opinion on the American gun laws and other countries gun laws. I'm from the UK and i'm interested in hearing the argument for allowing guns to be carried or at least be owned. This is because the media constantly talks about the negatives of guns and very rarely the positives of being armed and protected. Would just like to hear your opinion. Thanks.
For capacity, I recall the story of the young mother who was a victim of a home invasion. She took her 6-shooter with her and her infant child into the bathroom and hid in the closet. When the assailant came at her, she unloaded on the guy, hitting him in the face, neck, and chest with 5 of the 6 rounds at point blank range. The guy stopped his attack, went downstairs and out the door and drove away. So, 5 rounds wasn't enough to put the man down. And she wasn't using a .22LR gun.
A 38 spl with a good quality modern jhp is PLENTY capable in a self defense situation. Very accurate and controllable with just enough power to be just about perfect for sd.
Rich, Loved your show, sorry it's not on anymore. I just subscribed to your channel and, just bought the Deep Cover yesterday here in Massachusetts believe it or not!!! It's a real nice gun. Keep up the good work.
I've had mine for over a year now and I LOVE IT !!! The only time it's not on me is in the shower. But I did have to change out those horrendous grips.
Great video and coverage on the subject of conceal carry. I totally agree with you good folks there at Gunsmoke. I carry a Ruger LCR .357 mag. I like it and I shoot it well now after a few thousand rounds of shooting and training at the range. I've also been trained by a couple of NRA certified instructors in the basics of pistol shooting. I'll be sure to keep this video and that revolver featured for serious consideration for my next CC revolver. Keep up the great work folks. Thumbs up!
Have an LC9 that I bought for carry, though I seldom do. The others are all revolvers and I always loved them. I may trade up. Enjoyed the informative video and the confidence you have in it.
I used to carry a S&W 36 stainless steel, then I changed to a LW Seecamp .32, however hollow point ammo are forbitten in Italy and you risk up to 30 years in jail for using them in self defence siyuation. So now I carry a S&W 340 PD 357Mag loaded with Fiocchi 38 sp 125gr FMJ +P. For home defence I have a Glock 17.
Like your comment I GOT A GLOCK 17 with all the trimmings. And 357 Smith to get me out of a situation I don't even WANT TO BE in.MAGA put the criminal on the FLOOR let M.E.TACKE CARE OF IT.
Great video Rich, thanks for sharing. I carry a !model 36. In a ankle rig as my backup when I wear long pants . Summertime in a Desantis pocket holster . I have been wanting to check out the deep cover , but my LGS has been having a tuff time getting them, like you said Smith&Wesson can't make them fast enough. Looking forward to getting one, hopefully sooner than later.
I have the taurus ultra light 38 special 5 shot stainless. Love the gun feel that it is every bit as trustworthy as the Smith and wesson at half the cost however that's not to say the wyatt deep cover package isn't worth the extra bucks. I would love to have the Smith if it was in my budget but as for the idea agree a small alloy frame stainless revolver is the best carry gun can think of.
I love the concept behind this gun, the only thing that makes me want a standard version of this is that i want a single action option, bobbing the hammer is good but what about a different snag free hammer design that can still be pulled back by my thumb, maybe a skeleton commander style hammer thats a little stubbier so it wont snag, i just hate double action, so for now ill carry my glock 26, and maybe pick up a single stack 9mm as well
cgr88m with a revolver you should only use double action for self defense. The single action takes to long in an emergency and creates some serious safety concerns. That being said if that is what you realy want we can make it that way S&W will not.
Gunsmoke Guns TV i am aware that in a self defense scenario single action isn't safe , i guess i should be more specific its my fault, my thing is i just dont like hammerless revolvers or bobbed hammers, i know why you guys designed it this way and like i said i love the concept it truly is the best ccw revolver and i might actually pick one up for my fiancé, i saw how much tom from weapons education likes it for his wife and my fiancé feels unsafe around my glock due to it not having a safety. Me myself i just like semi auto's but for me to buy one it have to be a traditional sa/da or a sa only. Thanks for the quick reply and you have earned my highest respects by telling me that you would build it how i want it even though you advised against it, love that in a company, you may not agree with your customer but you still want to make them happy, now thats how businesses should work. Greetings from Texas.
Gunsmoke Guns TV most training courses will steer you away from a five shot .38 Special revolver. With a 9 mm Kahr PM9 loaded with 124 grain +P ammunition is easier to carry concealed with better accuracy and using a spare seven round magazine is far superior to your revolver. This is all smoke and mirrors to make money!
As a retired cop who had to use my issued .38 three times during my 30 year career I still carry a 5 shot J frame. Like many others I’ve tried the tiny .380 pistols and while they are easier to carry, I haven’t found a single model to be 100% reliable.
And the expansion is either not there or very inconsistent with the mouse size guns. I love my Taurus 605 loaded with PDX1 357 mag. If I run 38 special I use soft lead. Can't find any hollow points that are consistent expansion. They just can't dump the denim in that threshold of velocity. In bare gel they work. 158 gr LRN do some fantastic work in the human body. Just ask Lee Harvey Oswald?
Agreed. I had big issues with my S&W Bodyguard .380 and my Ruger LCPII .380, despite really wanting to carry therm. I have since gone to the S&W 637 as my EDC, and I'm very happy with it and extremely confident in it, especially with the installed Crimson Trace laser grips.
@@bigswingface5847 what issues did you have with the bodyguard? Been carrying it with a techna clip iwb for years shooting it regularly with zero problems.
@@truthseeker1833 Excessive jamming with several kinds of ammo. I even sent it back to S&W and they sent it back, and first time out, it jammed again. Took it right in to trade it in on a LCPII, which was great until the extractor broke. Ruger sent a new slide and barrel, and a month later, the extractor fell out.
@@bigswingface5847 Wow crazy odds
357 in a snub is still a lot more power than 38 plus P. About 200 fps more. That's a lot. Watch Paul Harrels video on it.
I CARRY A 640 because I don't trust the 38 .The MARINES kicked the 38 to the curb for not putting the CHINESE DOWN DURING THE KOREAN WAR. So if the MARINES won't use it I have no use for it.357.or 9mm 45ACP. In the waistband period no doubt. In a GUNFIGHT you can't have enough ammunition I know that 4 sure. It gets crazy and you got to move without thinking or you will catch a BULLET. So I say stay out of the SHIT if you can BUT have a backup. GLOCK 17 EXTRA MAGAZINE'S A LAWYER ON SPEED DIAL.
Yes sir, Don't believe that Horseshite that .38+p is "just as powerful "(does Paul Harrell arm gesture!😆) The .357 magnum, even from a short barrel, IS better. 👍👍
I watched the Paul Harrell video a few minutes ago, it's more like 400fps difference.
@@robme3660 Maybe for you it is, my comment was speaking for myself.
@@robme3660 You know it really doesn't matter to me what you think, and not sure WHY I keep replying, because it's getting Annoying. I've been shooting revolvers for over FORTY YEARS...that's all I'm saying about the subject now...bye now...
I switched to a revolver, for concealed carry, SW 442, 5 shot, as I can't rack a semi any with ease due to an injury to my left hand. I carry two speed strips with plus p loads and practice regularly firing, reloading and firing. I feel very comfortable with this arrangement and not under armed. I'm fortunate to have options.
Im sure youre happy with the revolver but if your ever in the market again for a semi auto Smith and Wesson make 2 guns that are labeled as "ez" with easy to rack slides. Maybe you can give them a look if your interested.
@@BobboB-uw2lb those locks have locked up while firing
If it was a "no lock" Centennial frame 642, then you'd have the perfect concealment gun.
on early sat morning, 4:30 am, I was woken up to gun fire. Two idiots leaving a party in my building, started shooting at each other in my parking lot. Not a happy sound to wake up to. I dont own my own gun, and after this weekend, I don't want to EVER feel vulnerable and afraid. I am buying my own, I will learn how to shoot it and I just want to find the best, to carry, to shoot and most versatile. I live in Maine, we have the conceal carry law, every person can conceal carry here. But these punks shooting in my driveway, were carrying illegal guns, and well, I guess from what the cops said, good that they did not know how to shoot. No one was hurt, but our cars filled with holes. I am just searching now for a proper carry gun which to buy, and then I will be taking lessons to learn. so I am not the stupid person who did not know how to shoot, but I will never be put in the position where I was afraid and I had no way to protect my family So yes, I am very happy I live in this country .... Its not the smart and responsible people who shoot and kill innocent ppl, its the idiots wanna be gangsters and just plain fuktards who shoot up say my apt. building and parking lot, outside my bedroom window, I did not know if these gun shooters were going to try to come into my home. YOU do not know how that feels until you go through it, and now, its time to own my own gun.
Buy a S&W or a Ruger and you will be good to go. They are reliable and will perform when you need them too. Keep watching every video you can to learn as much as you can. The world is full of bad men who have no pity on weak people. Carry a revolver and you will be as powerful as any bad guy. Good Luck.
Maybe you could find a gun range that can let you try a spectrum of guns. The small revolvers are fine and easy to conceal but you only have 5 shots and they have to count. Seems you posted 2 months back anyway so let us no what choices you made.
+Paul Dutton thank you that's a great idea, I've been looking for classes. I've really found that a lot of the classes we had in Maine have been reduced since the laws changed to allow licenced gun owners to carry concealed without permits now.
+Maximus Quavius. thank you for the advice
+Paul Dutton. I'm having a difficult time finding classes and that's my big issue. I want to learn properly. shooting, carrying, cleaning the lack of knowledge is disturbing.
Got my wife a Taurus 856 in stainless, got a 605 for my daughter and myself.
Why would you shave the hammer off a 637 when you could just buy a 642? I'm seriously curious. Couldn't you just do the trigger work on the concealed hammer model?
Rich and Bob forgot to mention that those modification void any warranties that the gun may carry. Also if the gun malfunctions in a real gun fight or blows up in your hand, it will be impossible to sue S+W.. Just buy a S+W 642
@@Its_Papa_John Unless the trigger on a 642 has been 'smoother', there is simply no way it is going to fire unless you deliberately pull the trigger; it's that heavy and long. As for doing a trigger job, I'd be very careful and perhaps want it done ONLY at the S&W factory (I think they do this). If you're ever involved in an incident where you fire, some enterprising prosecutor may make a big deal of what was done. Your lawyer will want to be able to say that "it came from the factory just as you see it, ladies and gentlemen of the jury!"
First time I have watched one of your videos and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I don't usually comment too often but after watching the entire 27 minute video I felt I had to. I am a retired Port Authority NY/NJ Police Sgt. Worked 1980-2003. Out of the academy we carried a S&W Model 10-2 4" Bull Barrel.38, I loved that gun and it was an incredible reliable service weapon. Upon graduating the academy at the age of 21 I bought a S&W model 60 Chief Special. I had the hammer cut and polished and had the front fixed sight notched and some sort of orange plastic material fit into it. I carry that weapon still to this day. It was my off duty, undercover, second on duty backup and everything gun. I have always said that these handguns are the ultimate, best, so comfortable to carry you forget you have it handguns ever. I had a custom IWB holster made for it, with the belt clip up high so the gun sat inside the pants down low. Just recently the holster was no longer usable and fell apart. I tried to have it duplicated with no luck. I too am a person that doesn't like change, so I really miss that holster. Can't find another like it. Anyway, I just felt a special connection to you guys and this video. So much so that I am going to track down a S&W 637 Wyatt Deep Cover and buy one because you can never have too many snub nose .38's. Thank you for a trip down memory lane just because of a handgun that I have been carrying for 37 years.
wasn't expecting a sales pitch.
My off duty gun / backup gun is the J-Frame! Two sets of speed strips and I'm ready for the day.
I carry this revolver from performance center in waist band. Carry glock 21 in my computer backpack too. Grab on person fast to get me to cover. Pull out 21 next. Then get to truck and pull out 30-30 rifle and get to it! Living in Mexico for 5 years working for Volkswagen taught me correct ways. Someone shot in hood everyday.
ALL my reservations about a revolver were resolved with the creativity from you and your crew. THX for this upload!
Great video gentlemen. I'd love to get my paws on a Wyatt version one of these days.
I have a S&w mod. 37 that was the carry gun for my grandfathers uncle when he was a NYPD detective. Love it.
That is so cool do you have his shield as well?
I was a cop in Phila for 22 yrs and carried the S&W Model 10 in uniform and the Chief's Special in plainclothes. At 5'7", 150 lbs, I had a problem concealing the Snubby in summer, when wearing say, shorts and T-shirt. So I went to the Beretta Bobcat .25. Now retired, I carry a Ruger LCP in summer, and the Ruger SP 101 .357 when I'm wearing enough clothing to conceal a larger gun. I'd love to carry a 15-shot handgun at all times, but let's be honest here, if the gun's size, weight, and bulk prevent me from carrying, what good is its capacity?
Or…an LCR in .327 Federal Magnum. Extra round of capacity, more power, can carry with .32 H&R, (comparable in power to .38 special) or full-house .327 (comparable to .357, but with far less recoil).
I personally carry 2 Smith and Wesson Model 36 Chiefs Special editions which is a very close gun to this
forget the nay sayers. A S&W J-frame is and has been the over all best deep cover gun thus invented.
I would love to make a video with that little .38. Good job on that guys!
Banshee you still a beauty.
I still prefer the Ruger SP101, in .357 magnum. A slight trigger job done by me, made the action real slick. i had no trouble putting all 5 rounds dead center bullseye at 25 meters, rapid fire. Any longer distances, I only need 1 shot from my S&W model 29, w/6" barrel. I can knock over 1-liter oil cans all day at 100 meters. Now I am retired and sold everything. I prefer peace and quiet now.
Love watching the gunsmiths at work. Bob is a treasure trove of information, keep up the good work.
Hey Rich...I thinks it's really cool you showed the conversion instead of just a boring review. We all thank you!
Took my Wyatt Deep Cover produced by the Smith & Wesson Performance Center to a shoot this weekend and everyone that tried it loved it.
I've wanted a snub nose for a while now and it was down to this and the LCR. While I will say that I like the LCR's trigger a little better, for some reason this Deep Cover seems to handle recoil much better even though it only weights 1/2 an ounce more. I LOVE the fact that I don't need a holster as well. I know a lot of people knock revolvers in favor of higher capacity semi-auto's, but for me, the simple fact of the matter is that my G26 sat in the safe because I hated how fat it was....the S&W Deep Cover is now my daily carry along with the Ruger LC9s. Carry what you WILL carry, not what you "think" you'd like to carry...found that out the expensive way.
I just found one of these at a pawn shop this past weekend hadnt heard of it but i bought right away cant wait to shoot it
People who are ok with only carrying 5 shots are realists and understand that it's for self defense not an imaginary shoot out that'll never happen 👍
What would you be defending yourself against that would require a gun?
another guy with a gun? because that's a shootout.
In all honesty the likelihood of needing to USE a gun is very slim but why only be prepared for the least when you can without much more effort carry 35+ rounds with a semiautomatic.
Because 35 rounds of ammo and a gun to pump them through is a lot of weight to carry around all day. Anyone who thinks a S&W revolver isn't enough gun just isn't thinking straight any longer. Too many macho videos may have destroyed his mind.
Gun, knife, bat, multiple assailants... any case where deadly force would be warranted.
@@-JohnSmith-I carry, but if a mass shooting starts, I'm bailing. I carry a gun for personal protection on the street level.
Being restricted with regard to the number and use of firearms that I could own I developed an interest in actual differences between efficiency and market hype.
The main problem that I have discerned is that most handgun rounds is that projectiles are designed to expand at certain velocities which are not easy to obtain in a 2" barrel.
One of the methods that I have used is to use a fast burning, shotgun, propellant which has produced really good results on the range but......
XTP 125gr at 1100 at 3yrds produces a through and through at 20 yards when going heart lung.
For self defence I would suggest the old belt buckle target and go for the bone/pelvic girdle sight picture as I am totally convinved that unless you hit the vital triangle (brain stem) there is no hand gun which will drop an attacker within 20 yards, and very few rifles.
I carried a 38spl loaded with < 128gr at high velocity rounds but as always shot placement is always the most important aspect.
As always the the best way to avoid getting hurt in a fight, gun or otherwise, is don't be there.
I have never felt under gunned with a 5 shot 38spl
Nail on the head, my friend! EVERYONE teaches "center mass" because that's the Easiest, Largest area that most will be able to hit. Below the belt is a very effective area to cause a "break in contact". Also, the inner thigh is a good spot, especially if You learn WHERE the femoral arteries are. 😉👍👍
James Bond's other gun (in the book)
"Only hold 5 rounds, but by the time they're gone', Major Boothroyd allowed himself a wintry smile, 'somebody's been killed." ~ Dr No
Congrats on a job well done! I took it out Saturday and put 50 rds through. No complaints here. Thanks again Rich.
Thanks
I enjoyed this presentation and agree with your concept re: this model. I would like to do this with a S&W 3" .357 so I have the option of .38 and .357 mag. I have 4 revolvers. S&W 3", S&W 4", Ruger 4" and a Rossi 4". (Good to still come across folks who appreciate the "wheel guns"...)
The one I like the best straight out of the box is a Taurus! yes, I said it! a Taurus!
The 357 magnum Poly protector or 38 Spec +P. Poly protector. The weight is great and the grip size and "Vibram styled" grip handles even the 357 magnum just fine!
I have been very pleased after shooting a box of 50 rounds with the 357 mag Poly Protector. I like the option of SA, and the hammer is in such a position that it does not get in the way at all. For the price and even the look and style, i see it as a very well done pistol for conceal carry. 5 rounds of 357 magnum will do very well, And if you prefer 38 spec, you could load it with that as well. With the 357 at least you have the choice of 357 or 38.
Absolutely nothing wrong with that choice. Excellent gun for it's intened purpose
Don't fall into the Taurus trashtalk. My favorite is the 605 .357, it's small, relatively light, and balls on accurate. Even with a 2" barrel with 158gr, it's Very controllable...for me at least. 👍
I've been shooting snub nose 38 since 1986.. I currently own a 5 shot snub .,357 with factory ported barrel.. 38 special five shot charter arms snub..a Smith's 342 airweight to 38spec .. 11 oz unloaded hammerless.. and a Taurus 3 in 6 shot 856 defender..love the Snubbies ..
personally i agree i love revolvers, S&W and Rich do fantastic work. But the best concealed carry is the gun that you have the best shot placement and that you feel comfortable shooting and carrying. Any good trainer will tell you that. Just because some one tells you that's the best gun for carry, don't always go with that. even though a revolver is my first choice but i have fired 1000s of rounds from it. you need to go with what you shoot the best. Test lots of guns this is something you are using to protect you and your loved ones everyday. Be safe and keep shooting!
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My profilepicture kind of tells why im here, im shooting competitions with my small J frame S@W mod 60 2" (made late 1986-early 1987) . Its such a nice small gun, I live in Northern Scandinavia so we dont carry guns, its only for practice and competition shooting- Distance is 10-25m, and if the shooter is capable, it will hit the bullseye....again and again.... The funfactor of this small guns are just awesome. Thank you for putting up this video...cheers
I know this is a few years ago but I think the 32 H&R magnum is my kindof “bare minimum” self defense rd for revolver. There are some pretty dang hot and effect modern 380acp loads now that might challenge a lot of 38special. I also love the 327 federal magnum in my LCR for conceal carry. 6 very effective rounds.👍🏻
I still say .38 is minimum. Bigger is better
@@GunsmokeGunsTV Is the 327 Fed Mag more powerful?
Rich you know I have the Wyatt Deep Cover and carry it and love it, Great video Gents
Best part is no commercials, I enjoyed watching keep it up
I bought one a couple years ago and I love it it's part of me and I don't leave home with out it hell most of the time I have it in my pocket when I'm at home you guys and gals are awesome thanks
I went for the ruger lcrx in 327 fed magnum. Extra capacity, great caliber, light gun.
LUV'd seeing your shop in action.
Personally couldn't work there.....no windows !
Team of Rich & Bob = GREAT
I have to say I agreed with nearly everything you guys put forth on this vid. I went through so many "carry" guns for EDC before coming back to my old tried and true J frame I lost count. The latest and greatest sub 9's, the micro 380's...feh. The good old Smith J frame's been getting the job done for almost 70 years, packs plenty of wallop downrange, won't fail to feed with a weak load, is lightweight, and small enough to carry everywhere all day. Referencing the LCR comments, I've had them. They're bigger than the J frame, and, while having a lighter trigger pull from the factory, don't have the smoothness and reliability of the Smith trigger. The LCR can be easily short-stroked and skip a chamber during rapid fire. Never had the problem with the Smith. And, in the case of the 442/642 platform (sorry, Rich! I like less possibility of junk getting in the works), the high grip you can take on the gun really lets it settle in the hand during recoil.
Were you having a competition to see how many erroneous or exaggerated cliches you could fit in one video?
"Let's try to stay out of situations where you need that many rounds." I got a better idea: let's try to stay out of situations where we need a gun. If we fail to do that through no fault of our own, we may find ourselves in need of more than five rounds. "If you can't hit 'em with one, you need practice." People who say that don't have a clue how difficult it is to hit a rapidly moving target who is trying to kill you.
Lol true XD
Thanks. I don't mean to say that a small revolver is useless but these arguments are dumb.
Probably pretty easy if their close.. Really what are the chances That you'll ever need to pull a gun? If you need more than 5 shots I don't wanna know what you did to get in a situation where people would be that determined to come after you. In all honesty having a gun would probably be enough to scare off an attacker in the 1% chance something even did happen. Unless you did something to put yourself in a situation where people would unstoppingly come after you, I'm sure an average civilians life isn't worth getting shot at
Glad i didnt have too much ammo,,said NO ONE EVER
On most days I carry a Glock 26 with Speer Gold Dot 124 grain +p ammo. It is ridiculously accurate. It is easy to conceal IWB and I have never had a malfunction. I shoot, inspect, and clean regularly. I don't take it for granted. My Sunday-Go-to-Meeting pocket pistol is a Kahr CM9. It is also extremely reliable.
Great load for the snub nose 38 special is the federal HST 38 special + p 130 grain.. Federal achieves plus p velocities by seating the huge hollow point deep in the case .. this builds up plus p velocities without adding more powder the result is a 38 special bullet that expands and reaches 13 in denim covered ballistic gel.. out of a 2 inch barrel.. with extremely low recoil like shooting a 22 magnum
I, for one, would like to see more of the machining and operations that go on downstairs. Love that you guys are back entertaining and educating!
We will.
We love this family,from Melbourne Australia.
My instructor always told me, "get something easy to carry, and easy to use." Picked up a S&W 642. Put some hogue stocks on, and a good pocket holster. Remember: front sight, target, backstop.
I respectfully disagree with a revolver as the best CC choice. Quickly and effectively drawing a weapon form waistband, shoulder, ankle or any other method of concealed carry requires an obvious and unnatural movement that requires significant practice to perform efficiently and effectively, and which can “telegraph” your intention to a potential threat. IMHO the ability to casually and naturally place your hand on your weapon, in advance and undetected, is an extremely important advantage that can't be overestimated. Front pocket carry is the method that best provides this option. Practice time being equal, deep conceal front pocket carry results in the ability to more quickly, easily, casually and effectively present a weapon and maintain the advantage of surprise. Considering size (including thickness), weight, concealability, capacity, reloading speed, recoil and effective stopping power a small 9mm pistol betters or comes very close to a .38 revolver in almost every category while much better allowing the additional and very important front pocket carry option. And options are always better. Simply keep your finger off the trigger until the weapon is effectively deployed and firing in self-defense is your only remaining option. Use a good pocket holster. And don’t put anything else in the pocket with your weapon except your hand.
I don't get it. Why go through the trouble of triming down the hammer on the model 637 when you can have the model 638 with a factory made recessed hammer.
My daily carry Smith's 342 airlite TI....38 spec (titanium cylinder 11 oz unloaded!!). It's just like the centennial 642 only with a titanium cylinder which makes it 11 oz instead of 15.. the d a o trigger is very smooth and not heavy at all.. I installed full size rubber hogue monogrips covers the back strap cushions my hand against recoil and I can get all my fingers on the gun from maximum control yet have no problem carrying it in my right front jeans pocket in a DeSantis Nemesis holster
can't wait to get mine. i like the new 442 Chattanooga too...
I love small revolvers. I have a Colt detective special newer addition that I bought in 1993. One of my favorite guns next to my Python. A great six round snubby and the 38 special is very formable with modern rounds and ballistics. Great video guys!
From one revolver guy to another, nice vid
GOOD STUFF! Thanks guys
I have for years used a centenial type J frame (342pd). But just today bought a Ruger LCR in .357 to see what it can do. May keep using the S&W just don't know yet.
The Wyatt Deep Cover is a must, Tammy loves hers. Guys get one for your wife today !
Tom, why don't you and Tammy do a review on this sweet little piece, it would make for some good viewing, and by the way we both loved Tammy's video she made a couple days ago. You and Rich need to make another video together again.....Take care my friend.
GunsHarleysUSA we will at shot in a week.
Terrific video, Rich and company! Keep up the great work.
Damn I’m glad your back on. We all missed you.
Glad to be back! Thanks for watching.
Keep this show up, I love it! I watched when you guys were on tv and I subscribed to this channel yesterday. This new show is awesome and I think it is a lot better than the old one. Thanks for making this.
Now days, criminals are usually working in team, so if you are 100% sure that you can take down 2 people with 5 shots, then I will go with a G26 or a Shield with mag mod which will gave me 10 rounds total.
Me and my fiancé both carry S&W 642’s with painted sights and Hogue full grips. Very easy to carry and fun on range days.
Folks say it’s hard to shot but I guess I have strong hands cuz it’s a breeze for me
I love seeing y'all back "on." I used to watched the show every time it came on. On EDC guns personally my Glock 22 or Ruger LCP. I know I'm gonna hear it from everyone about the .380 but I really like the light weight and the laser. I really like the laser, but I think I might have to make room in the collection for a Deep Cover.
I use to carry a 475 Wildey Magnum with 8 inch barrel to compensate my small willy
Why when Bob starts the story, other guy cant wait till he finishes :D
Awesome I'm really liking the new videos keep them coming!
Hey gunsmoke. I am writing form denmark and i will just tell i always see your show at the tv . Have a nice day :)
Great video!! Nothing wrong with the.38 special but I personally prefer to carry the .357 magnum snub nose!! Yes you lose a lot of velocity with a snub nose but the .357 magnum snub nose still shoots with greater velocity than the 9mm!!
Very enjoyable. Thanks!! Hope you get back to posting more vid's.
Smith & Wesson 642 Performance Center any day or 640 Pro Series I own and love them both
I want one but I also like to be able to kalk the pistol single action
Very good video really enjoyed this one I own the 2 Smiths M36 / 642 like them alot.
sales pitch aside, they are right....S&W J Frame .38 specials are the best concealed carry pistols
no need for expensive custom ones either....a plain jane out the box 442/642 is hard to beat
I have shot a 5inch 5 shot group at 40 yards with my .38 snub nose. wont easy tho
it was my first handgun, at first I was shooting 3foot groups at 20 ft.lol
Agree 100%. S&W J-frame is the BEST concealed carry gun EVER. I like the old FBI load of 38 Special +P 158 gr LSWC-HP. Superb round, especially the Remington version. Seems many folks overlook what a highly effective round the 38 Special actually is, when the round is loaded with a good bullet design. It was Agent Mireles firing a S&W 686 loaded with 38 Spl +P 158gr LSWC-HP who ended the infamous FBI Miami shootout in 1986. The only 38 Special hits on the bad guys that day were the hits that stopped and dropped them! The "old school" 38 Special succeeded when the 9mm ammo failed miserably that day.
Yes but he had a 4" barrel gun. That round out if a snub does not expand when useing 4 layers of denim.
Rich, great show. From the demonstrations I've seen, a .380 FMJ is less powerful than a FMJ 9mm, but the hollow point will put a lot of hurt of someone and they won't be able to tell the difference between it and a 9mm hollow point. Most likely you're not going to use a .380 for shooting assailants at 100 feet, but rather less than 12 feet. I have no problem carrying a .380 loaded with hollow points.
People who think the "recoil" of a .38 snubbie is bad don't need to carry a gun. One of my "go to's" is a 2" .357, loaded with 158gr semijacketed flat nose.
I shoot and carry a Taurus Poly Protector .357 and a Ruger LCR 357. I try to shoot 50-100 rounds a week at the local range with both. While they do kick and buck a little, it is tolerable. If you carry them, then be committed to practice with them.
@@gutbucket260 I carry a Taurus 605. The grip is really great, fits my hand good for a small frame. I usually dump 100 rounds every time I go to the range. I Certainly Agree with you, SHOOT what you're going to Carry and if it's a DA/SA, act like it Doesn't have a hammer. I shoot Double Action only with it. 👍
Well done .. i enjoy the show .. always great information from the history lesson to just down right practical Info... keep up the great work fellas
Great video Rich! That's what i like to see in the channel. Guns been made, but i still miss more guns been shooting. It's getting better, as soon as you improve the channel with more different guns and more shooting, more views you'll have. Tks
Love to have the Gunsmoke logo on my Smiths! Looks kool
Yes you guys are back! I have a big urge to buy a wyatt deep cover...
Hey Rich!!! Can you do an episode where you talk about your opinion on the American gun laws and other countries gun laws. I'm from the UK and i'm interested in hearing the argument for allowing guns to be carried or at least be owned. This is because the media constantly talks about the negatives of guns and very rarely the positives of being armed and protected. Would just like to hear your opinion. Thanks.
For capacity, I recall the story of the young mother who was a victim of a home invasion. She took her 6-shooter with her and her infant child into the bathroom and hid in the closet. When the assailant came at her, she unloaded on the guy, hitting him in the face, neck, and chest with 5 of the 6 rounds at point blank range. The guy stopped his attack, went downstairs and out the door and drove away. So, 5 rounds wasn't enough to put the man down. And she wasn't using a .22LR gun.
A 38 spl with a good quality modern jhp is PLENTY capable in a self defense situation. Very accurate and controllable with just enough power to be just about perfect for sd.
Great show guys,thanks.
I bought this for my wife 4 years ago. Still our best concealed carry pistol.
Rich,
Loved your show, sorry it's not on anymore. I just subscribed to your channel and, just bought the Deep Cover yesterday here in Massachusetts believe it or not!!! It's a real nice gun. Keep up the good work.
I keep my Glock 23 thanks
Lol😆
I've had mine for over a year now and I LOVE IT !!!
The only time it's not on me is in the shower. But I did have to change out those horrendous grips.
Great video and coverage on the subject of conceal carry. I totally agree with you good folks there at Gunsmoke. I carry a Ruger LCR .357 mag. I like it and I shoot it well now after a few thousand rounds of shooting and training at the range. I've also been trained by a couple of NRA certified instructors in the basics of pistol shooting. I'll be sure to keep this video and that revolver featured for serious consideration for my next CC revolver. Keep up the great work folks. Thumbs up!
Great video gents.
Retail is running at just below MSRP or over MSRP for the "Gunsmoke" Exclusive from S&W Performance Shop.
Have an LC9 that I bought for carry, though I seldom do. The others are all revolvers and I always loved them. I may trade up. Enjoyed the informative video and the confidence you have in it.
I used to carry a S&W 36 stainless steel, then I changed to a LW Seecamp .32, however hollow point ammo are forbitten in Italy and you risk up to 30 years in jail for using them in self defence siyuation. So now I carry a S&W 340 PD 357Mag loaded with Fiocchi 38 sp 125gr FMJ +P. For home defence I have a Glock 17.
I'm a smith and wesson guy myself but I like my 9mm shield ;-)
I just may get one of these little revolvers and put it in an ankle holster. Good backup gun for my Glock 17.
Like your comment I GOT A GLOCK 17 with all the trimmings. And 357 Smith to get me out of a situation I don't even WANT TO BE in.MAGA put the criminal on the FLOOR let M.E.TACKE CARE OF IT.
I like the 686 S&W 357 because i use the 38 round in it, also I can use both the 357 mag and the 38
Whatever you like and it will always go bang every single time.... that is your gun period
Great video Rich, thanks for sharing. I carry a !model 36. In a ankle rig as my backup when I wear long pants . Summertime in a Desantis pocket holster . I have been wanting to check out the deep cover , but my LGS has been having a tuff time getting them, like you said Smith&Wesson can't make them fast enough. Looking forward to getting one, hopefully sooner than later.
We can get one shipped to you if you would like call colt at 303-456-4545
I have a 638 and love it. Been waiting to see the gunsmiths yes more.
I have the taurus ultra light 38 special 5 shot stainless. Love the gun feel that it is every bit as trustworthy as the Smith and wesson at half the cost however that's not to say the wyatt deep cover package isn't worth the extra bucks. I would love to have the Smith if it was in my budget but as for the idea agree a small alloy frame stainless revolver is the best carry gun can think of.
When you can afford to up grade do it once you do you will see the difference. But you have the best you can get know and I am happy you have a gun.
I love the concept behind this gun, the only thing that makes me want a standard version of this is that i want a single action option, bobbing the hammer is good but what about a different snag free hammer design that can still be pulled back by my thumb, maybe a skeleton commander style hammer thats a little stubbier so it wont snag, i just hate double action, so for now ill carry my glock 26, and maybe pick up a single stack 9mm as well
cgr88m with a revolver you should only use double action for self defense. The single action takes to long in an emergency and creates some serious safety concerns. That being said if that is what you realy want we can make it that way S&W will not.
Gunsmoke Guns TV i am aware that in a self defense scenario single action isn't safe , i guess i should be more specific its my fault, my thing is i just dont like hammerless revolvers or bobbed hammers, i know why you guys designed it this way and like i said i love the concept it truly is the best ccw revolver and i might actually pick one up for my fiancé, i saw how much tom from weapons education likes it for his wife and my fiancé feels unsafe around my glock due to it not having a safety. Me myself i just like semi auto's but for me to buy one it have to be a traditional sa/da or a sa only. Thanks for the quick reply and you have earned my highest respects by telling me that you would build it how i want it even though you advised against it, love that in a company, you may not agree with your customer but you still want to make them happy, now thats how businesses should work. Greetings from Texas.
Gunsmoke Guns TV most training courses will steer you away from a five shot .38 Special revolver. With a 9 mm Kahr PM9 loaded with 124 grain +P ammunition is easier to carry concealed with better accuracy and using a spare seven round magazine is far superior to your revolver.
This is all smoke and mirrors to make money!