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@ditzydoo4378

2 жыл бұрын

If I was down to only one, (as if ^~^)... My K-38 Combat Magnum Master-Piece, (pre-model 19) would be it. and they would have to pry it out on my hand... ^~^

@angogoblogian4390

2 жыл бұрын

Hey Hickok I just got into guns last year( I turned 21 and freed up money to start this hobby) my first handgun I bought was a smith and Wesson model 27 just like yours, except mine is stainless (fingerprint magnet). I just wanted to say I’ve been watching your videos along with Paul harrells, for years. Y’all inspired me to become a responsible gun owner and to teach my mother and brothers how to be safe and defend themselves. My dad passed when I was 13 and didn’t get a chance to really explore the world of guns with us. Keep making videos as long as you enjoy it and I’ll keep watchin. P.s. that big ol’ model 27 shoulda won :)

@johnsheppard1476

2 жыл бұрын

Just watched the video and once again looked at my calendar in order to remind myself that it's less than 18 months left to the day when I will finally move to USA from the Socialist Republic of Canada and so become a free man in a free not-so-much communist country there! Yet with that being said I actually found a legal way to be armed with a .357 magnum revolver here in Canada-and although I still have to carry it unloaded most of the time-I just have a speed loader for this reason!So the main thing is that it had to be original only and manufactured prior to 1898 but you might ask how can it be chambered in .357 magnum which didn't exist at that point?And the trick is that I just used the larger caliber revolver as a starting point for an easy to install and switch conversion kit that includes just 6 adapters that can be inserted in all it's chambers so that it can chamber the .357 magnum inside them so after that I only have to switch it's barrel to the 6" .357 one and that's it!Besides also I now have two more calibers available in the same way:.327 magnum and .41 magnum and all three have their barrel threadings less tightly fit to the receiver so that these barrels are still held firmly but now I can change them just with my bare hands and to make it impossible for it to turn on it's own while in use-I just added the little screw that holds it in place very well!So that is now a really cool gun by any standards:the whole process of changing caliber for it is done by hand because the barrel retaining screw has a little lever and so it can also be unscrewed by hand using the lever!And takes half a minute or less for a normal person to do!Meanwhile the same adapters add a lot to the strength of the cylinder and so due to difference between original caliber and conversion caliber those can increase the gun's durability for quite a lot enabling the use of not just some smokeless powder but all kinds of smokeless powders in it!The original caliber was British .455 webley but due to the fact that all revolvers of the same model that ended up being chambered in .455 webley or .476 Eley and sold to Brits still had the same cylinder length as it was in the more common .45LC and so those .455 rounds just had a lot of surplus of length of the cylinder because these rounds had exactly the same overall length as the .38 short colt while the cylinder length is exactly the same as in .45LC which is actually as long as any of the four first magnums:.327,.357,.41 and.44 magnum I mean!So due to this awesome feature it's very easy to turn the old .45LC revolver into a very powerful and reliable multi caliber gun just like the one I have!All you need is 4 sets of adapters and 4 corresponding barrels for each of them!Plus in my case the gun that I have still retains it's antique status despite modifications and from the beginning it is a 6-shot double action with a swing out cylinder and has very easy ejection&very fast loading so I can actually leave it as my EDC even after I will move to USA!Because although I will have infinitely more options to choose from but what else can be added to this antique handcannon that it doesn't have already?😉👍😎

@mikeg.9238

2 жыл бұрын

I have the one to the lower right with the grips , 6" barrel..

@tahmouresdehesh9004

2 жыл бұрын

@@angogoblogian4390 😃😃

Who else is grateful for hickoks genuine personality. It’s refreshing to have someone like him in our world!

@brrrrrtenjoyer

2 жыл бұрын

@@notubenick What?

@jaycee30865

2 жыл бұрын

Used to be almost everybody was like him. Nowadays nobody leaves the house without collagen. The only time he feels triggered is right out there in his backyard...

@jaycee30865

2 жыл бұрын

@@notubenick biased against stupid? So should everyone in the species be.

@bradd188

2 жыл бұрын

Damn right ! I could drink beer and listen to this guy talk all day !

@nickbologna7121

2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this man. I could watch a video of him eating watermelon and would enjoy it.

My grandfather was a California highway patrolman, and from the department upon his retirement, he was presented with a gold enlayed, brand-new, smith and Wesson model 19, .357 magnum. And to this day, he still has that gun, brand new, in the box, and not a single round has been in a chamber in the cylinder. It is a beauty.

@fredtaylor9792

Ай бұрын

A gun that isn't used is a sad thing.

@user-wd4hy7vq9f

Ай бұрын

How much

@Edgy01

Ай бұрын

Sort of reminds me of the guy married to the super model, and he kept saving her for the next guy…

"Never sell a gun" Words to live by. I would keep either the 27 or the Python.

@luke8222

2 жыл бұрын

My grandpa and uncle always said the same. I live by it too

@ericoverdorff8880

Жыл бұрын

I've sold and traded many guns over the years. Now I regret letting go of some of them, others not so much. I'm 60+ years old now and still find myself buying buying guns that I will never use much if at all. It's an addiction.

@idk7251

Жыл бұрын

@@ericoverdorff8880 lend me some?

@sdriza

Жыл бұрын

27 is the oldest handun (acquired myself) that I own... it's hung in there so long, I couldn't possibly part with it now for any reason

@iCE-yr3wy

Жыл бұрын

@@ericoverdorff8880 I’m sure some of those guns are worth lot more now lol

Beautiful collection of revolvers, sir! I think, if I were limited to one revolver in your wonderful collection, I would pick the 686P. Seven round capacity, enough weight for .357 Magnum recoil, wear and tear, and the three inch barrel for concealed carry, with slightly more sight radius than an ordinary snub-nose. Currently, my K6s DASA three inch is the last gun I'd ever sell--although I have to admit, my Model 29-2 four inch is addictive. Thanks for shooting and sharing!

@marcosandreie5437

Жыл бұрын

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@davidj.jorgensen4828

Ай бұрын

I agree , traded my K6S snub for the 3” and will likely not let it go 🖖🏻👽👍🏻

Wood grips on old revolvers are so pretty

@philp8872

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutley agree! But wood grips on stainless S&W are gorgeous too!

Of course while John is filming this he was thinking "Dad better pick the Christmas present I got him as the keeper"

@ssfouryou

2 жыл бұрын

My thought exactly hahaha

@captainjack8823

2 жыл бұрын

Right.

2 жыл бұрын

LMBO😂😂😂

@lightsacco

2 жыл бұрын

lol

@luxuryxcoffin

2 жыл бұрын

There was only one choice.

I enjoy how he brings out the sentimental guns, even though he sets them aside because they’d affect the rankings. It’s nice to see a gun with history get recognition.

The model 19 is my favorite gun ever, I love how rough and heavy it is. It was also my first gun I ever bought, so it has a great deal of sentimental value

@maxbedo9645

3 ай бұрын

this reply is from me also....no need to change a word... the model 19 is a beautiful gun.

The first gun channel I came across on KZread and all these years later it's still the best! Hickok is a natural teacher and his love of firearms is infectious. (Those revolvers are all beautiful by the way.) Kind regards sir from a viewer in Australia.

@joaquincortibo7950

Жыл бұрын

How much each of one I can by 1

@zaboomerfooo

Жыл бұрын

Fun fact, he's a retired school teacher and auxiliary sheriff deputy

@joaquimpereiradasilva3733

2 ай бұрын

Ll j

My first handgun purchase was a S&W 4" model 19 in 1975. I have managed to hold on to it all this time while many other guns have come and gone.

@sisleymichael

2 жыл бұрын

I traded a 30-30 and a Ruger Mk III target 22LR pistol for a fine model 19. LOVE that gun.

@drzorbo3770

2 жыл бұрын

I'm an idiot. Got my 19 when they came out. Loved it. But the young man in me wanted more SO I TRADED IT. As I said, I'm an idiot.

@dukeman7595

2 жыл бұрын

S&W Model 19 is my favorite it handles so nice and is accurate too.

@chezmacle872

2 жыл бұрын

Model 19 FTW!

You made my husband proud! He's always loved the 13 with a 3" bbl. Never had one though. His first handgun was a Model 19 that he bought in mid 70's. He still has it, and I am sure that would be his one keeper.

@dev3571

Жыл бұрын

Hard to beat that for a carry gun.

I found this channel many years ago when I decided to conceal carry. I’m a Southerner also. Living in Alabama I enjoy the videos so much. The knowledge is very appreciated. I always watch a video from Hickok on most handguns I’m thinking about purchasing. I’m sure many other people use this channel as a guide like I do! Keep on keeping on Hickok. 👍

my father passed on some time ago but im so proud of the fact that my dad picked out owned and left me the same smith & wesson model 13-4 k frame FBI issue revolver that the legend hickok45 picked as his all time favorite :) thank you john for finding that for him

@preservationwealthmanageme4030

2 жыл бұрын

Great choice by your dad. My dad left me the Python. I was happy to see it made the final 3.

@chattifactory

2 жыл бұрын

​@@preservationwealthmanageme4030 thank you sir! your pops knew what he was doing the python is a beast and one of the top choices of true gun guys your dad sounds like he was a awesome father.

@preservationwealthmanageme4030

2 жыл бұрын

@@chattifactory Thanks for your comment. He was really was great guy, father and a true gun guy.

@robertkwiatkoski1292

2 жыл бұрын

he picked that one because John bought it for him. I believe his true love is the stainless one he bobed the hammer on.

Almost 50 years ago my wife had to buy my first S&W, a 6 1/2 inch model 19. I was just shy of being old enough to buy it myself. It was $ 125.00 brand new. I loved that weapon. I now own vastly more expensive handguns, but none of them gives me the satisfaction I had with that first wheel gun.

He's a damn good shot for sure. Hitting those steel targets at 50 yards or so with the smaller Smith is amazing. Good pick👍

That first 4" S&W, with stag grips, was called "the Highway Patrolman" before it was designated Model 28. One like was my first duty carry gun. That said, I would keep the Model 27, without hesitation.

I purchased my revolver from a fellow employee at 7-Eleven 30 years ago. I was not familiar with revolvers at the time but purchased it for $75. 6” S&W 19-3 combat magnum.

@kennethhamby9811

2 жыл бұрын

Want to double your money ? lol

@jabreck1934

2 жыл бұрын

@@kennethhamby9811 The story gets better: Federal agents arrested the employee a month later for armed robbery in Las Vegas. I’m not suggesting he used this revolver, I’m just sayin After 30 years I should be all right

@J__007

2 жыл бұрын

@@jabreck1934 for $75? You can bet he did lol.

357 Magnum is the king caliber in my eyes, carry,target,hunting, all around caliber.

@markterrell3594

2 жыл бұрын

Agreed!

@jeremythompson7361

2 жыл бұрын

i like 9

@alphazuluz

2 жыл бұрын

It’s an awesome caliber, but second to 10mm. 10mm can do anything .357 Magnum can do, but with more capacity, and less recoil.

@nmelkhunter1

2 жыл бұрын

Well said.

@daweed4255

2 жыл бұрын

Funfact: due to stupid gun laws, German Hunters are only able to have two handguns. (Infinit rifles) so 90% have a 357 and the second one is a very hard choice. 9mm is nice to have but you basicly need a small .22lr for trap hunting. Even choose only one 357 is hard as fvck. I would like to have 3x357, one 9mm, a PPK and a .22 ^^

Letting Any Colt Python leave your collection is absolute BLASPHEMY! How could you???

@joeruiz4010

2 жыл бұрын

Lol. Mostly true. He's done so many videos on his Love-Hate Relationship with the Python. He just prefers S&W and Ruger Revolver Ergonomics better. No actual hate for the Python though. Hickok likes 'em deep down. 👍

@bryanlynch5672

Жыл бұрын

The only person who should sell a Python is someone whose kids are starving. My Dad's 4 inch nickel will go to my son. Along with the important lessons that came from same man.

@MarkSmith-nw4os

Жыл бұрын

@@bryanlynch5672 I had to make a car payment. I replaced it.

@bryanlynch5672

Жыл бұрын

@@MarkSmith-nw4os I can't believe you actually found a replacement. Glad you did

@MarkSmith-nw4os

Жыл бұрын

@@bryanlynch5672 I paid $350 for it. Almost 30 years ago. It was a retired cop gun. Still looks and shoots as new.

That older 686 with the combat grips was gorgeous. The model 13 was also. The Python didn't stand a chance with all those Smiths there. Sad to see a Kimber as the only snubbie. A short barreled 19 or 66 (my personal favorite) would have been a keeper also. What a great presentation of 357 wheelguns. I don't think I saw him miss but maybe once.

That vintage 686 stuck out like a sore thumb in that pile, a sore thumb that I would happily live with for the remainder of my days.

@terrybrown3224

2 жыл бұрын

I like it too but scandium r-8 is amazing

@Heywoodthepeckerwood

2 жыл бұрын

@@terrybrown3224 yeah but the 627 pc is even better than that.

@mrsmith9936

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah it I couldn’t keep my eyes off it

@dapawaz8310

16 күн бұрын

My first handgin purchase was a 586-1 4" in the mid 80s. It's still my favorite handgun. Its not going anywhere, until one of my grandsons inherit it.

I can’t believe the GP-100 went first. I’ve had one since 1989. It is on permanent loan from my dad and it protected my family until I could afford a Glock. The biggest positive is it can used as weapon even when it runs dry. Also works well as multipurpose survival tool; hammer or whatever you need. Calling it a tank is still an understatement of its durability.

@elonmust7470

2 жыл бұрын

I used to take mine to work in the logging woods every day. Indestructable is all I can say.

@jasonlommen4769

2 жыл бұрын

I agree, 100%!!

@troydixon4425

Жыл бұрын

​@@elonmust7470loads and reloads sorry

Love these rundowns. Back when the "wonder nines" were first taking over the market, I took a course for CCW. I took my 4" GP100 and a couple of speedloaders for the practicals. After I shot top of the class against all the SAs, the instructor's comment to the class was, "pay attention--if you know what you're doing, it's hard to beat a wheelgun". Have to admit, though, it's a lot harder to conceal a GP100 than an LC9 (especially the reloads!).

@test123497

Жыл бұрын

I did EXACTLY the same thing with a Smith Model 19-3 a few years back - only wheelgun at the course, but I outshot most of them. Got a few odd looks from the SA crowd who acted like Glock invented the handgun ... no school like the old school!

@hihihihihello

Жыл бұрын

I don't think we're worried about accuracy too much when the bullet is gonna explode anyway (hps) you shoot your 6 gun I shoot my 18 gun 9mm let's see who can do more damage before a reload, fk accuracy I'll disentegrate a watermelon before you cut it in half

@hihihihihello

Жыл бұрын

Not like the 9 is shooting 2 foot off as you guys make it seem

@iCookCrystalMeth

7 ай бұрын

@@hihihihihellolol good one

The greatest channel on KZread!! You are the “King” of weaponry. So much knowledge and wide variety of weapons. You have taught me so much over the years. Thank you for you time and commitment to your channel and your viewer’s.

"We've not even smoked any pot!" - NEVER gets old. 😝

In UK I was a avid pistol target user, competition shooter in what we called ‘Police Pistol’ competitions. My father came with me to a gun shop and bought me the S&W 686, .357, a lovely pistol and accurate when used used with .38 rounds, it. Was his gift to me and boy was it a wonderful gift. Being legal, I had the certificates all gun owners had to have, member of several gun clubs. In 1999 thanks to one murderer and over reaction by politicians, I along with hundreds of thousands of lawful gun owners had to surrender our pistols and then see them melted down. My fathers gift was destroyed for no reason along with my S&W .44, Walther PP and all for political reasons as since then in UK, more illegal firearms and users kill more each year on our streets.

@spconrad9612

2 жыл бұрын

Sad to hear your story, truly sad.

@lukehodgson5222

2 жыл бұрын

Sad story John.. That would definitely cause a revolution here!

@alexreche9710

2 жыл бұрын

@@lukehodgson5222 heck yeah it would!

@alexreche9710

2 жыл бұрын

That is a sad story for sure

@keithschneidly3922

2 жыл бұрын

Sad story John. Not giving them up is what most Americans will do. Then we could sort it out.

I got my first 357 in 1975 , I got into hand loading and being young & dumb I was was putting a little extra powder in my loads , One night I woke up & somebody was breaking into our 1st floor apartment, I grabbed the 357 went out the front door and saw him running down the gangway so I thought I would shoot over his head to scare him, Next morning I was eating breakfast and seen a few cop cars in the alley behind my house , I walked out and ask what was going on, The old guy who lived across the alley said somebody pulled up in the alley last night and shot through his back door, The Bullitt went through his kitchen then through the wall across his living room through the window then went across the street a blew a big hole in the bricks of the house across the street , He said it was a good thing him & his wife were asleep up stairs, I said boy the hood is getting bad. I still have the gun but now I'm a little older and remember when you let one go it can do a lot of damage..!!

Its amazing how good Hickok is at just doing a video in one take with very little down time

I wouldn't've been able to turn away that beautiful 686 in the end.

@alwaysopen7970

2 жыл бұрын

It would change Dirty Harry's lines: "Did I shoot 5 rounds or 6?"

@davidparris7774

2 жыл бұрын

The 686 has great curb appeal.

@morris4069

2 жыл бұрын

Crazy!! 686 4” all day!!

@MalShakur

2 жыл бұрын

Same here, love mine.

Lovely group of wheelguns. I’ve come to adore S&W’s pre-Hillary hole revolvers.

@hickok45

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that key lock is quite an ugly thing.

@nickdipaolofan5948

2 жыл бұрын

@@hickok45 collectors should be thankful for the key lock, it made all the pre key lock guns that much more collectible and valuable. But the shooter part of me is sad because it also makes the pre key lock guns harder to come by and therefore more expensive.

@boogingtonthunderwood8969

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikemerrill175 I getcha. I do have one that has the lock, as well (4” 617-6), It’s just always struck me as an ingenious solution to a non-existent problem. Also, my gunsmith bud HAS had a few post H-hole Smiths come to him because the lock mechanism DID freeze up their guns.

@demetriuscooksey7147

2 жыл бұрын

If I could only have 1 357 I'd pick a 686+ 4" and for that matter if I could only have 1 handgun that would be it. But the one I own I'd never get rid of, a 4" 19. My wife has a 3" model 60 with adjustable sights.

@demetriuscooksey7147

2 жыл бұрын

@@mikemerrill175 I know what you mean. I've sold quite a few through the years that I really regret selling.

No way I would have gave up that vintage python!

@plightfoot8491

2 жыл бұрын

I second that brother I live because of my Colt 6 inch Python

@sanchezroman8995

2 жыл бұрын

Had 2-Colt Pythons once.. A 2" and a 6"- barreled. Had to sell one and could not decide which one to let go.. It was like deciding which daughter to offer to Herod as a sacrifice.. Eventually,l kept the 6"- barrel and NEVER looked back..

The most wholesome ending. It’s a beautiful thing to watch father and son bonding over a deep and joyous hobby

The absolute best .357 I have ever owned was the Colt Python, Nickel Plated, I also now own a Colt Trooper, which I picked up at a Gun Show in Grayslake, Illinois. for only $200.00. The trigger was equal to the Python's, without the hefty price tag. I unfortunately traded the Python for an Enfield cased Sniper Rifle with Telescope from WWII. I will never sell the Trooper!

The choice actually seemed painful for him. How could you not love Hickock.

@frenchonion4595

2 жыл бұрын

It did hurt him. I think John Wayne was in his nightmares that night

@fg3901

2 жыл бұрын

It was hard for me to watch - then I couldn't decide on the final two.

@twoZJs

2 жыл бұрын

Just shut-up and shoot. His wife is still going to kick his butt for dragging two back into the house.

I had both a vintage 6 inch nickel Python and a 4 inch Ruger Security Six that could have fit into the keep forever category. When I turned 21 in 1971 I bought my first S & W Model 28 6 inch Highway Patrolman which I still have and its like most of yours...in great condition. Many of these guns tend to mellow and age like fine wine.

I would go with the smith and wesson model 19 classic. 4 inch barrel and k frame revolver, beautiful blued finish and the wood grips. Just a perfect package all around, plus you can feed 357 magnum steadily unlike the older models.

My wife thinks I have “plenty of guns.”Hickok45 has more .357s alone than my entire collection of everything. Lol.

@Marco-fi6gv

2 жыл бұрын

Lol

@kevinwilson9589

2 жыл бұрын

Has your wife ever used the phrase "you only have two hands!" ?

@pulpheroaudio8709

2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinwilson9589 , haven’t heard that one. YET. Lol.

@waynerelstab3159

2 жыл бұрын

With my last purchase my wife asked me "don't you have enough now?" I was very careful not to answer and acted like I didn't hear the question!

@Marco-fi6gv

2 жыл бұрын

@@waynerelstab3159 lol 👍

The heck with the guns! I’m drooling over the .357 ammo!!!

@DK-gy7ll

2 жыл бұрын

No kidding. A couple months ago a local shop got in some of the first boxes of .357 I'd seen in a long time. They wanted $100 a box/50. No thanks...

@alexreche9710

2 жыл бұрын

@@DK-gy7ll that is insane!

Hickock45 you are a national treasure. Thank you for your amazing videos and being a great role model for responsible fun gun ownership.

Hickok the kinda dude to pick a revolver purely for sentimental reasons while also suggesting it's his actual favorite just to honor the person who gave it to him. You can tell he has that kind of class.

With all these guns on the table, I’m gonna choose “the one I just missed 6 times with!!” …. And all of us who love and understand Hickok 45 “get it”!!!! …… you are the best my friend.

@ssfouryou

2 жыл бұрын

Yep, can you say was a gift from my son? haha

Your dad's gun is gorgeous, my grandfather had a Similar pair that burned up a fire, wish I could have seen them!

@kevind7617

2 жыл бұрын

We we lost all our guns in a house fire in 1987 and my dad had plenty.. I mean lots of good guns that are worth a fortune now.. his vet buddy restored his ss blackhawk during hurricane Goerg but it was later stolen.. then he fixed a 1910 Springfield double barrel 12g but katrina took it out.. I know how losing guns to a fire feels

@agoogleaccount2861

2 жыл бұрын

Hawes was actually a very good gun fwiw

@tristansteinhelfer8083

2 жыл бұрын

my great grandmother’s house was a historic museum. she had all sorts of guns from wwi/ii she went to the hospital one night and it got broken into and picked clean

@thewisconsingunchannel1243

2 жыл бұрын

That’s why they make fireproof safes

@chronicdose

2 жыл бұрын

@@thewisconsingunchannel1243 this happened when my mother was a teenager, over 50 years ago.

Great video. Carried a 6" Ruger Security Six as a Sheriff Deputy back in the day. Liked the velocity advantage over the 4". We didn't carry rifles back then, just riot guns. Arguably, the 4" is easier to carry. Stout loads need heavier guns. Also great hunting handgun. Agree that the .357 cartridge is a great all around cartridge.

I knew from the start, when you said John gave it to you, for Christmas was it, that would be your choice. I would have gone with your next to last choice. Heavier frame and I know it's better on the range to shoot being a little heavier and add to that, it will last longer. That said, you're a good man and I do value your opinions.

@chavolandia7438

Жыл бұрын

Me to 🤣

Got a 6" S&W 686 i'll never part with. Learned to shoot magnums with it. Still love that gun. Greets, T.

@little2826

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful gun.

@vikingsoftpaw

2 жыл бұрын

I had a 586 6". Very versatile revo. Target to deer gun.

@billnickerson8704

2 жыл бұрын

Hickok45’s final choice close to my new S&W 686+ 7-shot stainless …superb all around revolver!

@briantruxtonjr.6108

2 жыл бұрын

6" 686-1 I love it, my buddy has a performance center 5" plus and we have competitions who can pick off the most empty shotgun shells at 8-10 yards.

@garykirkham

2 жыл бұрын

I have the same pistol; bought it in the late 80s. I’ve had many people offer to buy it over the years. I’ll never sell it. I’ll eventually leave it to one of my sons.

The Ruger gp100 357 is one I will not get rid of!!

@CasaUwU

2 жыл бұрын

that's my baby too

@bobross8786

2 жыл бұрын

Mine too some day I hope to have a Ruger sp101 snub nose

@P.HATHCOX

2 жыл бұрын

I have to agree with you. The GP100 not only looks good but it's a tank. It's the kind of revolver I could pass down to the next generation.

@little2826

2 жыл бұрын

I completely agree. The gp100 is as close to perfect as you can get. Feefee the gp is my 14th favorite gun, sixth favorite handgun, second favorite revolver and first favorite in .357 magnum. Never met a .357 magnum I'd trade her for and I have met quite a few. My Blackhawk Buddy comes close but it's Feefee for the win.

@carlschumacher3257

2 жыл бұрын

like the man said "built like a tank"!!!

Thank you for the great camera work. It is nice to get close up on the guns and get a full look at them! TY for your hard work.

Just an absolute conundrum !! I love all those revolvers .. You have such a great range and great videos. Thank you and be well👍

Wow that’s a collection of revolvers that I need

@dogy1989

2 жыл бұрын

Same

@ioncibotaru914

2 жыл бұрын

Me too.

@Shozb0t

2 жыл бұрын

Are you the one driving the truck?

@haraldalbrecht6133

2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, me too.....not Mr. ...

@farstrider79

2 жыл бұрын

Money will buy them.

With my 1st glance at that table I instantly went: 1) Colt Python 2) S&W 686 3) Ruger GP100. The Python is my favorite revolver ever. I'm surprised there wasn't a Ruger SP101 on the table.

@intj7447

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I was hoping to spot the Ruger SP 101. I've rented one from a gun range and loved it. It was well balanced and was perfect in my hand.

@jasonsweeton8368

Жыл бұрын

The pythons had a ton of timing issues years ago and are delicate guns due to how perfectly smooth they are so they are not in the realiabilty class of the 686, 27, 28, 19, or 65/13

@thedevilinthecircuit1414

Жыл бұрын

The SP101 with the 2" barrel and DAO spurless hammer is the one I carry when I'm out in the wilderness. It's the US east coast wilderness, so the most dangerous predator is the two-legged type.

The Bluing on those older guns are absolutely beautiful. I really enjoyed this video! Keep them coming!

Thanks for posting this video. Hard to beat a 3" revolver. I have a couple 3" Colt Pythons and I love them.

The pragmatic in me would keep the Ruger, my eyes would keep the Python.

@jupiterjunk

2 жыл бұрын

Same here... If you were going to use it, the GP100. If you were keeping for investment, the (original) Python . The GP100 would be easier to fix, and find parts for. If something goes, on the (original) Colt, you're kinda' stuck, OR going to have to spend A LOT more money getting it fixed.

@elonmust7470

2 жыл бұрын

the GP100 is such a sweet gun.

@joeruiz4010

2 жыл бұрын

Same. I also have a S&W 586 that I'd never give up. I'll be carrying it as "Mountain Lion Repellent" when I go Mule Deer and Elk Hunting in Colorado next year.

Solution: buy more holsters , and if that doesn’t work, use more gun.

@pcksp4135

2 жыл бұрын

Like this here heavy caliber tripod mounted little 'ol' number,

@1Dcorace

2 жыл бұрын

I bought guns because I had empty holsters.

@cavemanvi

2 жыл бұрын

ima hijack this comment to ask if hickok ever murdered a man

I love watching hickok45 after work for a half hour or so to unwind .thx hickok45.

This is such a good video. As all of your videos are!!! We in the arms community are so thankful for Hickok 45 channel!! Well done to Hickok and Big John. Could not be more thankful to you guys for all the great videos and promoting the 2nd amendment!! Y’all have done more for 2A than anyone else maybe/probably in all of American history!!! Thanks again! Keep the great content coming please:)

Dude, I knew when you said that was a gift from your son it had already won!

@ssfouryou

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, i agree lol

Can’t wait for your lever rifle version

@surfingbird5227

2 жыл бұрын

That’ll be a 2 hour video! XD

@zigzagkill8153

2 жыл бұрын

@@surfingbird5227 i was gonna say a 12 hour video... but yeah lol

@CannonCountry

2 жыл бұрын

@@surfingbird5227 I hope so…. Saturday binge watching

@mattcurrie3862

2 жыл бұрын

I put my money on the Browning 1886

@magniankh

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if he owns a Savage 99

I am a Smith & Wesson & 357 Mag fan also. So I very much empathize with you on this challenge. Such really hard decisions!!! Thanks so much for doing this exercise.

Very luck to have his son gift him such a beautiful gun. It makes it 10 times more sentimental knowing how much thought and effort went into a gift like that.

no revolver ever made comes close to the Colt Python .357 4 or 6 inch; beauty, workmanship, trigger pull all came together in the 70's -80's Pythons

@joesnyderburn4278

2 жыл бұрын

Besides the Smith version

@joefrye6021

2 жыл бұрын

No colt out does smith when it comes to .357

@joesnyderburn4278

2 жыл бұрын

@@joefrye6021 Even to their fire pins and cylinders Smith is far better

@rtmhrj

2 жыл бұрын

@@joefrye6021 you're wrong. Buttery smooth light weight trigger pull, elegant vent rib full under lug, and value. I'll take my $3000 dollar Python over your $900 S&W any day.

@joesnyderburn4278

2 жыл бұрын

@@rtmhrj you got the wrong guy in your comment. But again what's buttery smooth is my s&w. Your python breaks firing pins because they clank. I have one 50 revolvers. And I can tell you the work I have to do to my s&w is oil them versus your over glorious python. I am not saying they are bad guns I'm saying they don't compare when it goes to reliability and durability. And your numbers are off on the value of the guns as well sir

Even after all these years, this is still one of my favorite channels. Thanks for all the years of free entertainment.

@timothymeenan8213

2 жыл бұрын

ditto with you on that, from another punxsy phill admirer here in pa !

I have the 4" 686+. Of the 357 magnum revolvers I have, it's probably the last that would go. Better than the K frame models for 357 as far as longevity, but I probably wouldn't outshoot either.

@jaythus3181

2 жыл бұрын

It depends on the age of the k frame, the new ones aren't as nice looking or refined as the older ones but the new ones have fixed the issue with the forcing cone. Both sizes are nice though

@sayidhuseen5797

2 жыл бұрын

Warpath Mantua the

@ForeverUnknowing

2 жыл бұрын

@Freddy Ruger I did say I probably wouldn't outshoot either.😉 I'm sure the newer K frames have seen some advancement. A good thing. 👍 I'll take my L frame because +1 round.

For me it would be the Python. I've got one and its a wonderful gun. Taking into account what you would want out of your one and only 357, and your level of ability to shoot I think you made the best choice for you. I haven't shoot most of the examples you had on the table, so that makes it hard to pick as well. They are all great guns!

@bigredc222

2 жыл бұрын

I think your opinion is biased because you own a Python, because I own a 686, and I had no problem picking it from the beginning. My 686 was the first pistol I ever owned, I bought it new in about 84 and still have it.

When I was a kid in the 70's the 6" Colt Python and 4" S&W Model 19 were my favorite...

686+ 3" combines your final 2 into one gun. And you get an extra round. I understand the love for older Smith and Wesson's though

@lecat5300

2 жыл бұрын

I have a 686+ 7” barrel. Favorite revolver but I do wish it was 3”. Since day one I’ve always referred to it as my Big Smith.

@rockeraaj

2 жыл бұрын

I have the 686+ 3" like H45s. Love, love, love it!! Now if I could just find some affordablwe ammo!!

@walden6272

2 жыл бұрын

Good point. 686+ 3" is the perfect compromise between his final two choices. I love having that extra round.

What a tough choice! I think I would have opted for your second place stainless 4" 686. Those grips look like they just invite you to hold and shoot that gun. Not a bad choice on the table!

That video was really fun to watch!!! You’re always a joy to watch. I really hope to meet you in person someday. Thanks again Brother.

My brother-in-law remarked that I have a lot of guns, I don't have as many guns as Hickok45 has 357’s. My guess was the one that you cropped, but my only concern was that it wasn't black.

@mrj10101

2 жыл бұрын

How did you comment 19 hours prior to the video post?

@TDilly

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrj10101 I’m saying. 😂

@ReubenOaks84

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrj10101 Patreon subscribers see these videos before it's on KZread.

@Wild_Bill57

2 жыл бұрын

@@mrj10101 Ruben is correct. Though, it is on KZread, just only available to Patreon people.

High drama! Heartbreaking That 27 deserves an oscar Best handgun in a supporting role

i love smith revolvers,i really liked an old ruger security six i had years back,the old german revolver your dad left you is gorgeous!! its great that you would keep it forever,thanks for the great videos!

No hyped up personality or paranoid self defense jargon. Just a love of guns and appreciation of history. My first .357 was a Cimarron ssa chambered in .357. So fun to shoot.

Funny... I was just talking to some coworker buddies today about magnums. I expressed how I don't own one but want to. This is a sign!!!

@roadking99jokerst60

2 жыл бұрын

You gotta heed the signs that Fate put in front of you.

@kirbyculp3449

2 жыл бұрын

Get some!

As a Father, your last decision brought a smile to my face. Great choice.

@captainjack8823

2 жыл бұрын

Ha hah you literally made me laugh as that reminds me of my Dad may he RIP.

I have a Taurus 66 .357mag, 6 inch. 6 shot that I bought in 1981 for less than $200. I still used as my primary carry. Fired more than a few thousand rounds and have used it several times to protect myself, family, friends, and strangers. 42 years later, I still have no issues with it.

I've learned so much from Hickok over the years. Seems like a great guy...

Has to be a all of the above question . My personal choice would have been the Model 19.

@samuelhewett1442

2 жыл бұрын

Colt python

@kamikaze5

2 жыл бұрын

@@samuelhewett1442 yeah, me too. The Python is piece of cake for the eyes, and shoots well.

@kottmeier

2 жыл бұрын

Same!

@samuelhewett1442

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@samuelhewett1442

2 жыл бұрын

@Kamikaze thanks for giving me info on the colt python because I live in Britain the gun laws are very strict so I can't buy one 😥

Unlike Hickok I don't have 11 357s to choose from. In fact I only have 1 which makes picking the "last one I would ever sell" a little bit easier. I have a S&W 686-4. I really like it and I don't need to try any others. I think Hickok was starting to have second thoughts there near the end :-)

@Adel_67

2 жыл бұрын

Pjejj

I nearly had a heart attack when he picked up the Python so early. I’m a S&W lover too, but the Python is in a class by itself.

@dev3571

Жыл бұрын

Finest D/A revolver ever made.

I don't think I've ever seen Hickock45 miss 5 shots on a target. My mind is officially blown.

The 686+ has a lot going for it - stainless steel, 7 rounds (with the timing cut placed between cartridge holes) and a 4" barrel.

@walden6272

2 жыл бұрын

That one is 3" barrel.

Let’s hope Chuck Schumer never gets behind the wheel of that truck!

@kevinwilson9589

2 жыл бұрын

Do you really think he knows how to drive?

@michaeltorrillo4041

2 жыл бұрын

@@kevinwilson9589 No, but he doesn’t know anything about guns either. That’s what makes him dangerous.

@Julius314159

2 жыл бұрын

No, just people who want to do away with my liberty by violating my constitutional rights. Death to those people, especially when they're pulling up in a truck & demanding I hand over my property, is called defending freedom. You may want to learn about our forefathers and the history of my country, which began by defying, and even killing, tyrants & enemies of liberty.

@elonmust7470

2 жыл бұрын

@Gabe Lackman Toughen up Nancie..

Just got my first 686 plus and it's the last 357 ill ever need thanks for the video

@bobbyg1123

2 жыл бұрын

I as well!! Fabulous pistol!!

Finally just bought a 686 Pro .357 S&W with a 6" barrel and both myself and my son absolutely love that thing! It's so easy to pull off headshots at 25 yards! I learned years ago having grown up with rifles that it meant nothing when you finally pick up a pistol to shoot. I was tied with the worst of 68 people in the acadamy. My instructor handed me that very gun and loaded unbeknownst to me a few spent casings along with the live rounds. This one lesson taught me all my bad traits, pulling the trigger, dipping the barrel anticipating the recoil, and firing before my sights were steady. Within the next month I went from tied with worst to a tie with the best qualifying a 148 of 150pts. Highly recommend the 686 any day!

What a great present John! Knowing how much you love your Model 65, Hickok45, I knew it had to be your 65 or 13. Great video!

For me it's the S&W model 19. It's the perfect 357 Magnum in my opinion. Best balance and handling fit and finish. The K Frame Magnums are just the best all around shooters. Especially the older ones.

@joeruiz4010

2 жыл бұрын

I think the 586/686 is the best Revolver that S&W ever made. Love mine. It's the Revolver that took down the Python, Ruger Single-Six, and can stand up to the GP100 and Dan Wesson Revolvers.

wow what great choices to have, but for me the Python would be the one I would pick. Keep up your great posts.

Of my small collection of 357 Magnums, my 'last to go' choice is my GP-100 Match Champion. I love it.

"That would defend my person"😂 I love this guy

This was a great video and a beautiful selection of .357's! Coming down to the final two, my vote was for the 686. I understand the sentimental attachment to the M13, but after the final round of shooting the M13, you must've secretly yearned for the 686! :-P Great job, Hickok!

Love watching your videos. In 1973 I bought my first gun. A 6” Colt Python factory tuned blued. Probably about $500 which was a lot of money back then. I still own it and it would be the last gun I would sell. Keep up the videos.

@Norman68623

Жыл бұрын

My Python is also from 1973. My rangehorse No. 1. Shoots like a dream. Looks even better. 😂

Thank you for all your videos you got me addicted to guns for the past couple years!!!

Ruger GP 100 is my dream gun, man. I first shot with one rented at my 20th birthday. Bullseye, bullseye, bullseye and two in the chest and one in the right shoulder. It felt so good in my hand, like perfect grip, 'twas amazing!

@jbraMoVal

2 жыл бұрын

Did you end up getting it?

@codyallen2838

2 жыл бұрын

They're not too expensive. Save up and get one!

@Soul56293

2 жыл бұрын

I just got a ruger gp100 6 inch today

Glad to see the 686 was in the finally. I've had a 686-4 in a 6" for many decades now, always used it for a woods gun. Never understood why people preferred the 4", I guess for a CCW gun. Out of all of my pistols and revolvers I'd choose my 686 if I could only have one during an apocalypse.

@matthewbaulier1229

2 жыл бұрын

Same. My bought a new 1983 S & W 586 6". Sweet K Frame, great balance, incredible look!

@richardcrowell284

2 жыл бұрын

@@matthewbaulier1229 a 586 is an L frame I have got two of them , they have the full underlug under the barrel, I used to have a six inch K frame years ago, designated model 14.

@matthewbaulier1229

2 жыл бұрын

@@richardcrowell284 Ah-Yes was mixing up with my S & W 19-3 357. The 586 was my first pistol, although I had to send it back 3 times for 357 jams early on, it was good to see that S & W finally got that quirk fixed, in hindsight, it appears I was one of the guinea pigs on the hot load jam issue. There's something special; about firsts! Thx!

@echtomorph

2 жыл бұрын

Same. Anyone know what grips he had on his 686?

S&W 686 357 with a 6” barrel

That would be my pick, as well. I love those 3" K frame Smith's.

I just can't part with my "Tank." My Ruger GP 100.

@redbeardnj

2 жыл бұрын

Same here. I prefer my tank(ruger) over the cute little jeep(s&w) anyday lol

@kevinkelly1529

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I have one of those and it is a winner. But, personally, for me, my Dan Wesson steals the show.

"I'm like the coach that's giving everyone a trophy"... that's so good (maybe all coaches should consider that). I thought the review was excellent. Many thanks from Wales.

I would take the 686, the 4" barrel is the best length all around for me. If you had the 4" Python I probably would've taken that. Definitely between those two. All of them are beautiful. You better hurry though, Chuck is on the way, I'll hold the colt for ya for safe keeping 😁