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The 10 Greatest Revolvers Of All Time
The revolver wasn’t invented by Sam Colt, but it was perfected by him. The revolver changed the world for fighting…Read More >
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10 Products You Didn’t Know That Smith & Wesson Makes
All of us in the gun community are very aware of the gun options from Smith & Wesson. (If you…Read More >
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Review: Taurus Tracker 44
Forjas Taurus (translated: Taurus Forge) is a Brazilian company now very familiar to American shooters. In 1941 it produced its…Read More >
Firearms
Smith & Wesson J-Frame Revolvers
Many years ago, the first swing-out-cylinder, double-action revolvers from Smith & Wesson began leaving the factory. The unicycle was in…Read More >
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Choosing a Barrel Length
I believe that among the most misunderstood aspects of choosing a firearm is choosing the barrel length best suited for…Read More >
Firearms
Review: Smith and Wesson Model 69 Combat Magnum
One of the most interesting handguns to come along in some time is the Model 69 .44 Magnum. This is a 5-shot .44 Magnum revolver built on the L frame chassis. It features square butt grips and a 4-inch barrel. However, Smith & Wesson has gone one better for personal defense shooters with the Model 69 Combat Magnum.
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Review: Pachmayr Revolver Speedloaders
Revolvers remain an important part of the handgun market. The niche for revolvers is stronger than ever, with the introduction of new revolvers and accessories. Among the most interesting accessories are revolver speedloaders. Many regard them as necessary for personal defense, as much so as keeping a spare magazine for the self-loading handgun.
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Review: Smith and Wesson Model 649 — S&W’s Best Snubbie
Smith and Wesson has earned an enviable reputation for quality revolvers well suited to personal defense. The small five-shot revolver is among its most popular handguns, with the Model 649 carrying honors as the best of Smith and Wesson’s snubbie lineup. Read the article to see whether you agree.
General
Smith and Wesson Bodyguard .38 — Not Another J Frame
The Bodyguard is a concealed-hammer double-action-only .38 Special snubnose, which is obvious. However, the Bodyguard differs from other J frames in that the cylinder rotates in a different direction—to the right. This is the same as the now defunct Colt Detective Special. Further, if you open the cylinder by pressing the lever on the top of the backstrap, you are enjoying a different manual of arms.
Firearms
Review: Smith and Wesson’s L Frame Magnum
Smith and Wesson’s 1935 .357 Magnum was introduced to a handgunning world far different than the one we live in today. Smith and Wesson .38 K frame revolvers, the Colt Army Special, and even the Colt Single Action Army were popular sidearms. The Smith and Wesson Triple Lock was the choice was many professional shooters.