A Ghost From Firearms Past

Shooting a .38 S&W Hand Ejector from 1950.
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[@marcthomas2482]

You humble me, my friend. I am so pleased you get so much use from the holster I made for you! Great shooting! Especially from one of my favorite guns. My bull barrel Model 10 will forever be the best gun in my collection. I hope you have a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Marc!

[@gunsmackamigos1159]

Love the Model 10 in all of its variations. One of those classic, iconic American firearms.

[@LionquestFitness]

It truly is.

[@davidtaylor195]

Nice post Greg! I enjoy my M10-5 a bunch and it has been my Service Revolver. Got it used in 1982, and showed the same wear spots. After many years, met a gunsmith friend, and did a refinish in dark bluing. Also installed an orange insert in the front sight hoping my eyes will be ok as age grabs on. At 68 now, I really appreciate that insert. My Wife keeps it handy in her nightstand with 2 speedloaders of 158 SWJHP +P's. Perfection. Thank you.

[@LionquestFitness]

Thank for appreciating an old classic!

[@petea4895]

Love the Model 10. Very intimidating when placed in the face of some BG. Like your hat, too. the bull barrel will take plus P rounds as a carry round. Prefer to practice with regular .38s.

[@CarolinaRimfire]

Merry Christmas, Greg! Always glad to see a Lionquest video posted. Your channel is a major reason I started buying older revolvers. I probably wouldn't own an old S&W model 64 if it wasn't for this channel. Back in the day, service revolvers had to work well every time the trigger was pulled, so they were made to a very high standard. Officers' lives depended on it. My model 64 is very well-used (a police trade-in), but I would trust it to work for many, many years to come.

[@LionquestFitness]

You summed up why I am so fond of those old S&W's. It was a different level of quality back then.

[@ArizonaGhostriders]

What a fine firearm. As usual, your diligent practice encrouages us to do the same!

[@LionquestFitness]

To quote the apocryphal words of Doc Holliday as channeled through Val Kilmer, "Well Sir, You are a scholar of most discerning sensibilities and proprieties."

[@ArizonaGhostriders]

@@LionquestFitness LOL! Thanks.

[@DanTheWolfman]

Interesting blast from the past but the bluing sure looks nice and deep, they don't come that way anymore... Merry Christmas Greg and Everyone

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Dan!

[@DanTheWolfman]

@LionquestFitness thank you. I've got a lot of wheel content coming out. Very impressed w the new .38+P 130 gr Hydrashok Deep after testing it and backs up the official numbers from Federal you should grab a box if u see it at a store and should give good enough POI in all your revolvers. I'll accuracy test it next week myself

[@dangerman007]

Those old police revolvers are something special! They may look a little worn, but all that use they have the smoothest triggers. Be forewarned: owning a revolver like that can cause you to start collecting them. There is no 12-step program for this. I now own 3 model 10-5's and 2 model 15's and a bunch of snubby .38s. As a collector, when asked how many revolvers I have, my answer is truthfully: "One less than I need." 😁. Merry Christmas, everyone and I hope you all have a good New Year!

[@LionquestFitness]

🤣I'm glad I'm not the only one on the S&W revolver reclaiment program! They don't make those old classics like that anymore. Merry Christmas my friend!

[@la_old_salt2241]

Merry Christmas Dangerman.

[@dangerman007]

@@la_old_salt2241 You too! 🙂

[@TheJHMAN1]

I have several K frames and some times carry them a 4" K frame with a speed strip and I am feel perfectly secure.

[@Chris_the_Dingo]

Very cool. My grandfather was a sheriff from 1948 to 1970. I still have his service revolver, a military surplus S&W hand ejector, chambered in 38 S&W.

[@guaporeturns9472]

That’s very cool. Where was he sheriff at?

[@LionquestFitness]

That's one to treasure.

[@markmaas2524]

My first issued revolver was also a Model 10 with a FIVE inch barrel! Holsters were a bit of a challenge, but my agency bought their leather goods from a local company that made them to order. We also shot some from 50 yards with our 158 grain lead semi-wadcutter +P rounds. Our administration was opposed to hollow-points at the time, but that round did its job on more than one occasion! Please keep up the wheel gun videos.

[@LionquestFitness]

Thank you Mark!

[@RimfireAddicted70]

A classic revolver many of us learned on. Everytime I shot that I would joke about Barney Fife from Andy Griffith. Good memories from a well designed and well built S&W classic.

[@LionquestFitness]

The ole Barney Special!

[@lawrence9447]

I have that same holster. Was give to my grandfather by his brother in law who was a security guard at a big lumber company in Oregon. He had made some alterations to the holster for some reason .

[@carolkmc2855]

Greg, I love your videos and respect your bona fides. I came into a revolver like yours only much older, about 106 years old. It has no bluing, just brown and mostly worn to gray. It has been abused and battered, but it shot well and the lock works are tight. I replaced the barrel with a heavy one (ca 1957) as I noticed the groups were getting larger and did not feel safe. I then replaced the cylinder and crane with what looks like a brand new one. The new cylinder not only has perfect bluing but the chamber walls are significantly thicker, so I feel safe about shooting +P ammo on occasion. Anyway I share your love for wheel guns, especially double action S&W. This Frankenstein gun of mine ain't pretty but it has a lot of history and will continue for quite some time yet. Keep up your very good videos my friend and so long.

[@LionquestFitness]

Thank you so much. Treasure that old war horse.

[@walterminer4990]

That's when guns were "Hand Crafted"! I like the holster which is similar to a Jordan Holster. But, your "Basket Weave" holster is very sharp looking! Great presentation! Best to ya',,,,!

[@LionquestFitness]

Thanks for watching Walter!

[@tomcarr4630]

Thanks for sharing, Greg! I have a former law enforcement Model 10. Lots of holster wear. Amazing shooter!

[@CyborgZeta]

My godmother has one of these. Interesting story how she got it too. It's the only firearm she has, and she keeps it nearby for self-defense. I bought some Hornady CD non +P .38 Special for her, since she needed ammo for it; the non +P version of Hornady's CD is my recommendation for older revolvers.

[@LionquestFitness]

I wouldn't mind hearing that story.

[@CyborgZeta]

@@LionquestFitness Well, from what I remember (this is from when we were visiting her back in 2021), she got it in Germany when she was stationed in Europe back in the early 1990's. An enlisted/officer, forget which, found out his girlfriend/wife (forget which) was having an affair and bought the revolver to kill her. One way or another, it didn't happen, and it ended up in a shop where my godmother bought it. She'd been keeping it loaded with 158gr LRN until I bought her some ammo for it. When I asked if she had better ammo, she said she had someone buy a box of ammo for her, but when I saw it, I pointed out to her that the ammo the individual bought for her was .38 Super.

[@LionquestFitness]

Now that is a fascinating story. Good thing she never tried to load up the .38 Supers!@@CyborgZeta

[@Pipeline-ll2rd]

What a beautiful revolver, I've got a model 10 with the bull barrel, and they are great shooters, my wife and daughter used that for their concealed carry class, thanks for the video and Merry Christmas

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas!

[@joesheetstheragman7737]

From "Faster than a speeding bullet" days. Ha, I thought it was a Model 10. It's a beauty. Merry Christmas to you and yours. 🎄🎄

[@LionquestFitness]

That brings back memories!

[@IAF7]

Great move, great tactics, and shooting. Great video. Thanks. You have a great tool. 👉👍👈🖖

[@sissydreams7494]

Yay! Another Lionquest vid from Greg!!!

[@LionquestFitness]

Hopefully I'll have part 2 up tomorrow afternoon.

[@BillAlexander-cv6oj]

Always liked the Model 10 and Owned a bull Barrel Model as well. very nice piece of History....Merry Christmas.....

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Bill!

[@locksbog4270]

Great stuff Greg and Merry Christmas to you and yours! 👍😃✌️🇺🇸💪❤️

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas!

[@theoriginalOSOK]

Beautiful revolver Greg. Thanks for sharing that with us. I’m looking forward to the next vid !

[@LionquestFitness]

I'm probably going to download it for tomorrow afternoon.

[@3Pillers]

To Greg and all your Lionquest followers, Merry Christmas Happy New Year and Best Wishes Always. Stay safe and do good things.

[@LionquestFitness]

I'll add an Amen to that!

[@Steve-1955]

I feel like you made a Model 10 video just for me for Christmas. Thank you have a Merry Christmas. Model 10s Rock 💯

[@bigal2696]

Beautiful handgun! And thanks for your videos and content

[@LionquestFitness]

Thanks for watching and sticking with me Big Al!

[@thealsatian4232]

Good morning and Merry Christmas my friend! I love those older Smiths and you do good work with that one.

[@LionquestFitness]

Thank you brother and Merry Christmas!

[@joemorganeatmyshortschannel]

Old firearms need love too often times when I'm feeling down I see a news story about some old dude putting a criminal down with his wheel gun he's worn since the 70s màkes me smile

[@jimchambers7548]

I love old revolvers, especially S&W. I got lucky and bought àn original model 36 with 3in barrel in perfect working condition and looked great for $100 and 2 packs of Marlboro. It's been a few years since I got it still haven't found a better deal on a gun. Cool video 👍

[@LionquestFitness]

😂What a steal, uh I mean deal!

[@jimchambers7548]

@@LionquestFitness I didn't need to think about it very long😅

[@terryschiller2625]

Thank you Greg and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Terry!

[@bcnubynby4056]

I have a Model 64 S&W which is my favorite handgun of all I own even though some like to make fun of it when I go to the range. Merry Christmas to you and your family and all the best to you in 2024.

[@LionquestFitness]

The 64 is my favorite too! Merry Christmas!

[@007twm]

Nice video as always. My old duty gun was a S&W model 64 heavy barrel. I love that gun. Merry Christmas.

[@LionquestFitness]

I love the 64. Merry Christmas to you!

[@007twm]

@@LionquestFitness Thank you Greg.

[@Ray-vq2jc]

Merry Christmas Greg and have really enjoyed your channel. Ray.

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Ray!

[@guaporeturns9472]

Thanks for the video amigo. I love any video with guns , but am especially fond of revolvers … especially the older ones. Thanks for sharing

[@LionquestFitness]

Thanks for watching!

[@edwardpetty5401]

Very nice handgun. Merry Christmas to you and your family!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Edward!

[@TomRiddle-ww5on]

Greg ,thats a beautiful m&p . Im finding i like the pencil barrel versions for woods carry.(lighter) long time viewer/commenter. Just wanted to say thanks and wish you and yours a very merry Christmas!!!

[@YellowHammer26]

👍👍 Love that revolver Greg, thanks for sharing.Looking forward to seeing it again. I hope you and your family have a Merry Christmas.

[@LionquestFitness]

You have a Merry Christmas Lance!

[@michaelmccabe4725]

I subscribed to your channel because you show and demonstrate many revolvers. I love revolvers and appreciate you giving us 'history' lessons. Thank you and have a Merry Christmas.

[@LionquestFitness]

You do the same Michael!

[@3Pillers]

Nice shooting, revolver, holster, and nice hat. Snap caps and dry fire 👍. Dry and snap cap practice not only helps to improve aim and trigger control, it also is economical. Rumor has it the price of ammo is going up again. Remember the first rule of a gunfight - don’t get in a gunfight.

[@LionquestFitness]

First rule and best rule.

[@silvercreekslim6008]

I have one that is a couple years older. Very nice revolvers.

[@richardkluesek4301]

The pencil barrel K frames have higher front sights than the ramp style on bull barrels for quicker instinctive acquisition.

[@LionquestFitness]

Good observation.

[@richardkluesek4301]

@@LionquestFitness In a club I used to belong to during the 1970s through the early 2000s in the NYC metro area there were lots of cops from different agencies, generations, active and retired, with S&W revolvers of theirs from pre Model 10s like yours up to the high dash numbers of engineering changes, in blue and stainless but just about all were forged internal parts with hammer mounted firing pins (noses as S&W calls them). Had lots of opportunity to observe, inspect, and even shoot more than a few. Pencil barrels also have a different balance in the hand than the bull tubes, subjective which is better, I liked both.

[@jamesniffen5440]

Merry Christmas to you and your family ! Love your videos!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas James!

[@codybaker1645]

Great gun. Thanks got the video. Always like seeing an old smith and wesson. I look forward to seeing part 2. Merry Christmas!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas!

[@terrybarnes0712]

Great Video Greg Merry Christmas and God bless

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Terry!

[@Fudmottin]

My mother was about eight years old when that pistol was made. You've always had my respect. Now you have my envy. That's a fine item to have as a family heirloom. ETA: That hat you are wearing is awesome! Are they available? I want one! A referral link would be most appreciated.

[@LionquestFitness]

I got it at a small dry goods store in Pickens SC called Brocks. It is a Bailey From Hollywood.

[@jeffpaul8260]

There is no school like old school. Old school still looks great and works great!

[@LionquestFitness]

You said that right Jeff!

[@jeffpaul8260]

@@LionquestFitness May have to sell my pristine model 19 Greg, also a few other lesser used handguns. Funny How as I've gotten older (64), i prefer the old school. Now I can shoot a gnats wing at 40 yards with my g19 pr beretta 92 but for carry or home protections its my old 38s or 357s. Even with shotguns I've gone down to double barrel coach gun or a single shot. Except for my 10/22 takedown its lever or bolt guns these days. I wonder why that is????

[@LionquestFitness]

I don't know. Maybe sometimes simpler is better. Or maybe we realize that defense is much simpler than we've been told. @@jeffpaul8260

[@jeffpaul8260]

@@LionquestFitness And maybe 99.99 percent of non-leo's or military wont see any combat in the streets of LA, unless of course you are a gang member! Back in Collegedale PD we had revolvers and a shotgun and for the most part we did fine. Really, what happened to criminals like in Dragnet or Adam 12 and Many LEO's for that matter. A lot today come from military and while I absolutely love those guys (spent a career with so many of them) today the police seem to look like the army with equipment and such. Can be scary to some. Perhaps a hidden vest and nice revolver with the blue's back on and folks may love them and respect them like I already do!

[@Jerry-Parker]

Very Nice ! 👍

[@tylermorrison7051]

That's a nice piece, my friend. It's a shooter, not a safe queen. Anyway, I recommend your channel to everyone. You're definitely among the great guntubers. Merry Christmas to you and yours, Greg.

[@LionquestFitness]

Thanks Tyler and Merry Christmas to you!

[@marciocumpiancumpian2075]

Dessa vez consegui ser o primeiro like 😂. Bom dia aqui do Brasil meu amigo. Obrigado por outra aula, que espetáculo de revólver e que coldre maravilhoso,isso sim é uma relíquia, aquele tipo de arma que fombateu criminosos e protegeu a população e seu dono. Deus abençoe sempre o Sr e sua família. Um Feliz Natal. Aguardando ancioso pela segunda parte do video. 🙏🇧🇷🤝🇺🇲

[@LionquestFitness]

Primeiro, mas sempre melhor! Feliz Natal para você e sua família!

[@marciocumpiancumpian2075]

@@LionquestFitness 🙏🤝🍾🎁🎁🎁

[@cleondubois1270]

Good shooting as usual Greg...I carried a 10 in LE during the 70s and a 10 with the 4 inch bull bbl. in the 80s. In some ways the "job" was different back then....I Have the LEOSA qual. in January.....Wishing you and your family a very merry Christmas !!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Cleon! Also good fortune on your qualification. I know you'll do well.

[@andrenunes7924]

Very nice! Merry Christmas!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Andre!

[@redesert_boy8202]

Nice Greg, fine illustration that “the Unexpected” as you call it isn’t static, so neither can you be….fine looking classic S&W. Basketweave holster was what my K-22 from the 1950s my father gave me had. Merry Christmas again Greg!

[@mohammedcohen]

...I inherited MY dad's K22 in 1984...

[@LionquestFitness]

Hi Robert! One of the fringe benefits of doing video is working out scenarios and responses in practice.

[@erolkavlakverizon6112]

I have an old 4" pencil barreled S&W .38 spl. The date on the barrel is 1908. Some holster wear at the muzzle. Otherwise in excellent condition. Very accurate. They aren't made like that any more. Greg , you and yours have a very Merry Christmas. Stay safe out there.

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas!

[@frankbutta9344]

Very Nice! Have a Great Christmas!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Frank!

[@la_old_salt2241]

Merry Christmas Greg!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas my friend!

[@marie-noellebaechler1433]

A very nice video with a superb revolver, thank you very much. You also outline that the service life of a revolver is a lot longer than what most people believe. One more point: for home training, snapcaps are very useful. "Blue guns" can also be used and they may be very useful too.

[@LionquestFitness]

Hi Marie! Good points, and it is hard to believe that old boy is 73 years old.

[@marie-noellebaechler1433]

Sure! This is impressive!

[@joe1940]

Great video , Merry Christmas 🎄✝️⛄

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Joe!

[@joep4235]

beautiful rig , wow !!!!!

[@LionquestFitness]

Thanks Joe!

[@AdamPaul2222]

Merry Christmas Boss… God Bless!!!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Adam! And I'll remind my wife what she needs to call me! 😄

[@AdamPaul2222]

@@LionquestFitness 😂😂😂

[@elblancobasura]

Finally, I ghost story I haven't heard before! Lol. My lukewarm on guns friend a few years back told me he bought some sort of gun from an FFL here in Florida years previous for $200.00 and he wanted an assessment as to what it really was and if it was viable for home defense. I have him bring the thing in and you guessed it; pencil barrel 4" Smith .38- I put it through its paces and everything was as it should be except it had finish wear from him storing it in a leather holster in a high humidity environment. Beyond that, it easily passes all the tests. He really didn't want it and wanted to roll out of it for some sort of auto, a .380 I seem to recall. So after I tell him the true condition of it and just how viable I believe they are, I convinced him to keep it (not exactly my intention mind you) but I definitely didn't want to mislead the guy just so I could get the gun. That of course is dirt bag, no character having behavior unbecoming of decency. My # checking got it isolated to around 1972. Once in a while I'll still chat with him as we're former coworkers and I always make a point to mention that if he's ready to unload the thing, just please call me first. I'm still waiting, and waiting, and waiting, and waiting....Thanks for the video. Looking forward to the next installment.

[@LionquestFitness]

Great story!

[@Ds_Drums]

Very nice revolver and holsters. A true blast from the past, pun intended. Merry Christmas to you and your loved ones.

[@LionquestFitness]

Thanks and Merry Christmas!

[@davidgalloway6414]

Merry CHRISTmas Greg!

[@LionquestFitness]

For He is the reason for the season. The Lord's blessings on you!

[@markchambers2812]

Ty a good one ☝️

[@theoriginalOSOK]

Oh and Merry Christmas!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas to you!

[@theepicgamerultimate4831]

Hello Greg, I just bought another model 10. This one is in very good shape its a 4" pencil barrel model 10-7. There's a possibility it was a Jordan Police sidearm

[@LionquestFitness]

Heck yeah, the true classic police revolver. They work and they're accurate.

[@franks6857]

Nice sidearm! For accuracy how's about shooting from a bench rest, that'll show the quality of time's past! Thanks! Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@LionquestFitness]

That's not a bad idea.

[@prjgrudge]

Beautiful piece. I assume the original owner added the red ramp front sight?

[@LionquestFitness]

I painted it fluorescent orange, as I do all my revolvers.

[@kylewood8327]

Still a fantastic shooter after all those years! Personaly I like the original holster better, mainly because the two go together historically. Great video!

[@LionquestFitness]

Being a lefty it's a little easier with a left handed holster. I can do a decent cavalry draw though. Merry Christmas!

[@kylewood8327]

@@LionquestFitness Absolutely 👍🏻 Merry Christmas to you too!

[@flintlockhomestead460]

There's no break like a top break. I got a S&W #3 Americaqn I load 15 gr. FFF under a 200gr. bullet, a new model #3 in 44 WCF, and just got a Uberti Schofield also in 44WCF.

[@LionquestFitness]

Nice collection.

[@dano1956]

Merry Christmas!

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas Dano!

[@mohammedcohen]

...ahh...a pre-model number gun...a 5 screw???

[@LionquestFitness]

Yes.

[@yuvgotubekidding]

I would love to hear the stories it could tell. Like a grandfather would.

[@LionquestFitness]

That's for sure.

[@mikereese15]

Merry Christmas

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas to you!

[@garageguy879]

Marc Thomas makes high quality holsters.Been on several livestreams with him.Heck of a good guy.What grain ammo do you use with these older revolvers?

[@LionquestFitness]

Hi Marc! 158 grain if I can find it. The shooting was with 130 grain PPU FMJ; which surprisingly for PPU, doesn't seem like bad ammo.

[@carloparisi9945]

Hi Greg, very fine gun! I have a question, seeing the holster you have chosen: if you wore it crossdraw, could you unsnap it with your weak hand as the strong hand goes to the grip and save some time in the draw?

[@LionquestFitness]

I need to try that Carlo. I'd say probably.

[@tshep2az]

In the movie The Road Viggo Mortensen has that same revolver with only 2 rounds left to survive an apocalyptic world its not a bad movie

[@LionquestFitness]

I'll have to check it out.

[@LionquestFitness]

Whew! Watched it with my wife. Bill Gates, Klaus Schwab and Joe Biden's goal of what is in store for America.

[@Dastardly_X]

🙏🏻 🌟 🙏

[@podsmpsg1]

I have a safe just like that.

[@LionquestFitness]

They're pretty handy.

[@podsmpsg1]

@@LionquestFitness yeah.

[@guaporeturns9472]

Is that a wide blade front sight? Is that stock. I have two older 1905 M&Ps (1917 and 1919) and they definitely have a skinny blade. I thought the 50s ones did too but I’m not sure. Anyway thanks again.

[@LionquestFitness]

That one has a wide blade.

[@guaporeturns9472]

@@LionquestFitness do you happen to know if it’s stock or if it’s been modified?

[@LionquestFitness]

Other than the grips it appears to be stock all the way. @@guaporeturns9472

[@guaporeturns9472]

@@LionquestFitness Cool , thanks amigo

[@Moss500.]

I have several sets of old model 10 grips. If you want I can send you a set. I love the standard barrel 10s. I think I still have your address where I sent you a few holsters and patches.

[@LionquestFitness]

I've got those patches under glass in my office in a badge and patch collection. I'd love to have another set of 10 grips. Many of the old Smiths I collect have had their wood grips long since discarded.

[@mike-rl9jc]

It looks, smells and acts like a model 10. What model is it?

[@LionquestFitness]

So called pre-model 10 before they started using the number system about 1957.

[@mike-rl9jc]

@@LionquestFitness thank I knew they had been around as long as I could remember. 30 + years as a LEO, I have a S&W model 1, last patten date is 1863. I just thought they all had numbers.

[@EricDaMAJ]

Well there's no marks on the bottom of the butt from it being used as a hammer. So that's a good sign.

[@niadhf]

Nice off-hand reload!

[@LionquestFitness]

Oddly, I've never been able to master a left handed reload. It just seems easier to do it right handed.

[@niadhf]

@@LionquestFitness i have practiced off hand (for me, left) reloads, so that the motions when carrying a revolver or a semi-auto are similar. Strip/eject with left hand, reach for reload on left side (about 8 o'clock), insert new rounds. Gun never leaves shooting hand. Makes PERFECT sense to me.

[@LionquestFitness]

Interesting. I eject with my left index finger and load with the right with a semi-auto. @@niadhf

[@niadhf]

@@LionquestFitness one of my most carried semi-autos has been my Makarov, with a heel mag release. So i tens to atrip/pulo mags out in all my semis with thebleft hand. Although on mag release buttons behind the trigger gaurd I tens to use my right hand thumb to push the release, my lefy hand still works on pulling the mag out. Then going to my replacement mag. I have had a number of inatructors try to "corrwct" this "flick the mag away with the gun." but thay won't work with my Maks or my 92S, so.... I have an off hand reload of my 856 video on my channel. Just keeping it simplw for my reactions. Not 3 totally different styles of reload. Just like a good "heaven & earth" thrpugh, it is just minor tweaks that way.

[@LionquestFitness]

If it works it works. No sense changing how someone does things. An instructor should work with people's strengths. We're all wired different. It is not one size fits all.@@niadhf

[@mrbottomfeeder]

🎄🙏👍😎

[@jasonaffeldt7838]

👍👍👍.🇺🇲🔪🌲🔥

[@T.A.B.Videos]

👍

[@UncleDanBand64]

Merry Christmas

[@LionquestFitness]

Merry Christmas my Texican blood brother!

[@UncleDanBand64]

@@LionquestFitness I think I will get coal and a bag of switches 😀

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@@LionquestFitness Well....based on the content of my stocking.....I will go out on a limb and say.....Well, I would not call her thrilled! Just saying 😌

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