EMF's 38 Spl Pony Express Revolver

E.M.F.'s Pietta-built Pony Express Single Action revolver was originally offered in .45 Colt for Cowboy mounted shooters, but the new .357 Mag/.38 Special version is clearly intended for ground-based cowboy action shooters.

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

Some years back I felt like I just had to have the Colt lightning made by Cimarron. I also got the three and a half inch barrel with checkered birdshead grip. That thing feels really nice in the hand. However, it would not go bang all the time. It has a floating firing pin and I tried everything to get this thing to go bang every time including putting a heavier hammer spring in. Finally one day my brother took the gun to a gunsmith. The old guy took the gun just looked it over real quick and said..... The firing pin is too short. So he put another firing pin in it and it works great all the time now. Hope this comment wasn't too terribly long. Thought you might be interested. LOL

[@laptopdragon]

@2:30 you failed to read the owners manual. To remove the cylinder guide rod, first open the loading gate, 2-clicks, push in the ejector NOW you can remove the guide rod, because the ejector pivots as it ejects. This pivot gives enough clearance around the guide rod to remove it. It's takes both hands yet the cylinder can be removed without any tools this way.

[@kylewood8327]

Yep, took me a bit to figure this out on my Uberti. And the instruction manuel failed to mention that part of the take down.

[@niswii]

Thank you so much! I had concerns about my posse II I was getting and having to always carry nice bits and a portable torque wrench!

[@GunFunZS]

That's one of the cooler modern pistols you have showed in a while. That would be a very tempting SASS option.

[@stevebuckskinner5482]

I have a Cimarron lightning which we all know is made by Uberti. I had a lot of trouble with it at first not firing every time. Tried a number of things including putting a heavier hammer spring in it. It still would not fire every time. Took it to a gunsmith and right away he said..... The firing pin is too short. He replace the floating firing pin and it has worked fantastic ever since.

[@snaporazedofellini]

this gun and me it's a love at first sight

[@emfcompanyinc.3677]

No need to file on the sight, simply split the sight. Any work done like that will void the warranty. AND the ejector rod head rotates to the side so the cylinder base pin CAN be removed. No need to remove the entire ejector rod assembly and housing.

[@fallenpatriot7917]

I liked the final scene with you taking care of paper Pete and his rowdy bunch. Nice touch!

[@Ensign_Cthulhu]

"I swear, Officer, I was shooting a foot above his head to warn him off!"

[@blackpowdershooter44]

That gold robbery scene was great! Nice gun, great video!

[@alejosolano5016]

I am fanatic of semi autos, but this old jewels are amazing. I have some of them an I am using in Hunting trips and for target practice. very happy with them.

[@EverydayGear]

I recently received a uberti 1860 army from my father. I'm falling in love with black powder. I found your channel and I really enjoy your videos. keep up the good work!

[@sanfordhoffman2392]

Good job Mike. Some high plains drama unfolding with paper Pete. That should teach paper Pete to pilfer permanently :)

[@niswii]

I’m so stoked I just got a posse II 3.5” in .357 mag

[@1717jbs]

Great little revolver. Thanks

[@obviousfakename]

Cool gun, nice review. I liked your mini-stage addition, too. Cool stuff!

[@willrowell3218]

Does the EMF/Pietta Great Western 2 have the "retractible/safety' firing pin system Uberti is using now?

[@trum4n6969]

Great video, thanks for uploading, as always!

[@MrAndrewstorm1]

Also lov the 41 colt article. .......keepon truckin

[@sadnessinside123]

Great video. Really enjoyed it. I'm on the market for a good single action, the thunderer has a huge space in my heart. Question; I noticed your hands are quite big as I have, I have heard the thunderer grips may be a little tricky for bigger hands. What at your thoughts after using them?

[@SuperSneakySteve]

Thumbs up if you see the fly at 10:01 land on the camera.

[@Gyppor]

I sure got a kick out of the sequence at the end Mike, good work!

[@1guyin10]

Even today, a fellow would not be poorly armed with a revolver like that tucked in his waistband.

[@kenm8376]

That weapon is on my list. I'm just not sure what caliber yet. I think it would make a great carry weapon. And it would have the added benefit that most of the bad guys nowadays would have no idea how to operate it should it fall into their hands. Kind of the standard shift of the firearms world, lol.

[@snoozer987]

How much glare is reflected, off of a polished stainless steel revolver, like the Pony Express Single Action in bright sunlight?

[@aj2674]

Hey Mike, I think I have a handle on massachusets law, but other than calling my local police, is there someplace specific I can find out if I need a license to have a black powder original or replica gun in my area? All over the Internet it says no license required, but with the power of these guns is that possible?

[@dahartman88]

Beautiful gun Mike. Thanks.

[@blackpowderfirearmenthusia3194]

Awesome revolver.

[@tyrssen1]

Hi Mike, another great vid! Would've liked to see a few .357's run thru this gun, but I'm guessing that's be a bit of a handful.

[@GRMGR1]

If you shortened the base pin enough to negate the safety notch on the base pin would it be short enough to remove the cylinder?

[@Hobbywelder617]

Hey, I have a question for you since you seem knowledgable on antique firearms. Would you happen to know where to buy .38/200 for a mk. 4 webly and scott .38/200? I know that it will chamber the .38 s&w, so where might i find that, any good web retailers or have my local gun shop order it?

[@trum4n6969]

I think Liberty Tree Collectors sells some .38 S&W, check their website

[@Hobbywelder617]

Ok thanks.

[@cherokid]

I know Buffalo Bore sells 38 S&W in wad cutters.

[@Hobbywelder617]

I have all of the needed reloading equipment, its just a matter to getting dies, brass, lead, powder etc etc. thanks for the tips!

[@conradsenior5843]

I would have liked more info on the grips. Also assessment of comfort shooting hot loads.

[@KlingonCaptain]

Wow, this is almost just about small enough for conceal carry. I would be really tempted to try it if I could afford one.

[@waltlars3687]

Will EMF let you a gun order a gun made with a mish mash of parts say Stainless Steel 45 4 5/8 bisley hammer birdshead ? And is this gun Colt SAA size or Ruger BH size

[@duelist1954]

It is Colt size. E.M.F. won't build you a custom gun, but check their website. They may already have a model with those features.

[@waltlars3687]

Ok

[@paulstan9828]

This video was 4 years ago but I’m sure you know by now. But just Incase you don’t... I discovered if you half cock the revolver then open the loading gate then depress the ejection plunger and hold it in, the cylinder pin will pull out. On mine the ejection plunger kinda pivots out of the way to make room for the cylinder pin.

[@MrAndrewstorm1]

Mike just picked up yer mag / gotow.........good read about 1858 converts...

[@GARYMANDIEVAN]

Very nice six shooter, Thanks

[@scottbarber6694]

Very nice.. I have its cousin, a Beretta Stallion (Uberti) with a transfer bar hammer/pin safety, blued.

[@gunsnwater2668]

Wait a minute. I own three in this barrel size with bird head grips. To remove the base pin/ cylinder pin all you have to do is push the ejector back so the tab rotates and clears the pin. No screwdriver needed.

[@jonnykelly556]

Love the Cowboy Action-style scene with Paper Pete & His Gang. Any chance you'll do more of those in the future?

[@duelist1954]

Yes, in the Spring

[@shadowalker1776]

Thanks for the review.

[@tonysalecki]

i'm sold, great video

[@Roach2841]

would there be any similar models to this revolver that has a transfer bar Installed?

[@gumecindogarcia1070]

On my model when you operate the ejector it shifts out to clear the cylinder rod, not easy but worth it for the ultimate handgun

[@glockfan112]

Why would they shoot blanks while riding the horse? I would think that accuracy would be more important. what do they shoot for, the best time?

[@glockfan112]

Thank you now I know.

[@GunFunZS]

Look up some of the videos. It's good for a laugh or possibly horror.

[@simonferrer]

I had a similar problem taking apart my Uberti 1873 .45 Colt pistol, and looking at the closeup still photo of your pistol, I think the same solution will work on yours. If you look at the cutout channel in the ejector rod assembly, it should flare out a little right behind the hook on the end of the ejector rod, so that when you pull back the ejector the end hook swings away from the barrel a little bit. Loosen up the cylinder pin and pull it out partway, then pull back on the ejector until you can swing the hook out of the way, then pull the cylinder pin out the rest of the way. I hope that helps, and thank you for another great video!

[@dbldblu]

+1 It is not necessary to remove the ejector housing.

[@sureisaidthat1]

You're right. I have Cimarron's version of this (in .45 colt), made by Pietta. Just slide the ejector rod handle back a half inch or so and it swings out of the way of the cylinder pin. It almost takes three hands to do it, but then you can remove the cylinder normally, without disassembling extra stuff!

[@emfcompanyinc.3677]

You are correct, the ejector rod head rotates to the side so the cylinder base pin CAN be removed. No need to remove the entire ejector rod assembly and housing.

[@justinprather8846]

Will this handle full house magnums?

[@duelist1954]

Yes

[@XFILESPT]

Great little gun

[@gunnyman100]

19 minutes ago, on this day, the lords year of 2014...

[@AntitheticMe]

hehe "Can't let ya have that gold, Pete!"

[@conradsenior5843]

Interesting gun. I favor stainless steel. your audio was quite low though. It was hard to follow you even with my volume turned all the way up.

[@miicuh]

I want a 38.cowboy gun so bad I have the 45colt haven't fired it yet

[@smackarel7]

Great little gun. Im guessing that there is no transfer bar safety on it so you cant load 6 safely.

[@duelist1954]

No. It has a Colt action.

[@smackarel7]

duelist1954 Ok thank you. Just to say that I live in Ireland and I love your channel and videos. Thank you and please make more.

[@justinprather8846]

I wonder if a smith could mod it for one.

[@lyleinmb464]

Love it!!!! Thanks

[@sergioolimpio5141]

Armas lindas, ótimas, só não entendo o motivo de se usar 5 munições, onde cabem seis ... Na minha mão vão as seis ...

[@KSFWG]

Very nice single action. I want one. No, I want two! lol

[@ryanrosenblum2552]

I would just take off the ejector rod assembly off permanently and out this in a drawer somewhere as a house gun maybe see if I can have a custom cylinder pin made with stud to use to push out the cases I think it would look very cool

[@emfcompanyinc.3677]

The ejector rod head rotates to the side so the cylinder base pin CAN be removed. No need to remove the entire ejector rod assembly and housing.

[@thebreatheeasy]

Great video you have a new sub

[@johnnyfedpost1776]

Imagine if the Continental soldiers were all issued the Colt 1873 by some mysterious time traveler.

[@mrspike007able]

Is it Stainless Steel?.

[@KSFWG]

Yep. That's what the man said in the video. :)

[@AtlasKebabfile]

That's small for a big muzzle flash.

[@Hermann-lz2jb]

0:11 IVE JUST BEEN SHOT!