Revolvers that Ken Hackathorn loves to shoot. 2020 Colt Python & Old Smith & Wessons - Gun Guys EP60

[@gowilsoncombat]

Have you seen our solution to the 2020 Colt Python sight issue? The new Wilson Combat Rear Sights for the 2020 Colt Python kzbin.info/www/bejne/r6GoZqWaeMuCsJI

[@scottc3029]

Have you told Bill that you’re making Python sights yet?

[@mikehagan4320]

The 3 inch Python needs a rounded butt!!! That is the very Reason I Just passed on a 3 inch Python this week. I carry my revolvers because I shoot them well. The only thing that really imprints is the butt. So it needs to be rounded to make it less obvious what is under my T shirt. Please do more of these revolver videos. Very relaxing to watch and is a Great source of information for Quality products. Best Wishes from Montana M.H.

[@thodstagshorn1198]

Killer segway. Didn't see that coming....

[@jeffreylocke8808]

The 2020 Colt Anaconda uses the same action as the 2020 Colt Python.

[@timhuffman5311]

Hi Ken, is the attached msg to my original comment legit?

[@luthergillis5632]

What a great conversation! I remember a time when gun shops were full of revolvers as well as Lugers, Walther P-38’s, Mauser Broomhandles, Hi-Powers and 1911’s. I appreciate some of the modern polymer pistols, but revolvers have always been a work of art for me. Thank you for an interesting video.

[@Full_Otto_Bismarck]

If I could go into a gun shop now and that's all what they had I would be in heaven. I was born sometime after the invention of the Glock and so the era you mentioned I never personally witnessed but my favorite guns are steel frame single action autoloaders such as 1911s or Hi Powers and double action revolvers from Colt or Smith and Wesson (pre lock only please!).

[@frankb4517]

Those were the days. Like kids in a candy store.

[@michaelfay794]

How can one not love a revolver. Still got my police Duty mod#581

[@DanielBoone337]

I have a couple pretty cool Pythons that I inherited a few years back. My grandfather was a serious gun collector. He bought 2 brand new Colt Pythons back in the early to mid 60's a 4 inch and a 6 inch. He shot the 6 inch all the time but the 4 inch he bought it and put it in his gun safe only taking it out to clean and oil it from time to time. When I got them I loved the 6 inch so much I bought a new 4 inch so I could shoot it. So I have a 4 inch Colt Python that, unless it was fired from the factory, its never had the 1st round fired through it. The 6 inch model I have was the 1st handgun I ever shot as well. Those 3 guns will never leave my collection.

[@Theophilus1968]

Keep this revolver thing going. I’m ex military and a gun guy but have just recently discovered revolvers. My first was a 22lr 3” SP101, the a S&W J-frame, then a 3” Colt King Cobra .357 and my latest purchase is a 2” Colt Cobra. I love them all!

[@tm1180]

CAPACITY, CAPACITY, CAPACITY

[@onedaycloser2death224]

@@tm1180 PLACEMENT, PLACEMENT, PLACEMENT

[@tonyrebel63]

Welcome, I love revolvers, to the point I even have a 9 mm with the moon clips. I have 357 mags and 22 as well. Working my way up to a 44 lol All mine are made by Taurus. Enjoy the shooting.

[@PaddyWhite-n3f]

Lucky guys over there in America. They will not let us have any fun in Ireland concerning guns ,pity that

[@hemi5.7awdpursuit5]

@PaddyWhite-n3f Thank you 🙏🏿 my brother

[@Navy0401]

I could see Mr. Wilson's innovative mind working looking at the rear site....low and behold Wilson Combat just released both rear and front sites for the Python and Anaconda ....Thanks Mr. Wilson !!

[@gowilsoncombat]

Right on

[@nerdyolddude4924]

"Shooting should be fun." What a nice thought! Love it!

[@edwardkawecki8101]

Great conversation! My favorite revolver is my S & W mod.27 with a 3 1/2" barrel in pristine condition purchased by my father in the 50's and given to me in 1970. I usually shoot 38s in it but finish off with a few rounds of 357 magnums just for old times sake to reminisce shooting it the first time when I was about 10 years old. WOW! That first time shooting a magnum round is something you never forget. Then in the 80's I let my son and daughter fire their first-ever magnum round which they still bring up in conversation at times. Needless to say that this S & W will be handed down in the family hopefully forever. .

[@pcb8639]

I started with revolvers and recently have gone back. Revolvers are just fun.

[@Gumby56]

Likewise!!!

[@kellywalker8407]

I sold every striker fired pistol I owned and my CZ racegun is for sale. I'll just stick with revolvers. Got my first .22 Single Six at twelve and a .41 mag at 15. Been shooting revolvers a long time.

[@cd4playa1245]

It’s always wise to listen to the old guys every once in a while.

[@DanielMulloy-bg6gw]

Always, not "once in a while." :)

[@m.loughlin1915]

Not when they don't know what they're talking about.....like in this video.

[@gunsquawk4443]

Ken Hackathorn, and Bill Wilson. No one will EVER fill these guys shoes! They are Legends! I owe my whole firearm life to both of them. Love you guys! I pray you have good health and long lives! You two are my heroes!

[@williammatthews2948]

As an impressionable kid in the 70's, the first handgun I ever fired was a Ruger Security Six. Then I was allowed to shoot an old 1911. Today I own several 1911's and several revolvers. I carry a revolver as my EDC back-up. I've been a fan of both for almost 50 years. Each has it's purpose, and I enjoy them regularly. Thanks for sharing.

[@coreypischel3779]

Had a great time today with my dad shooting my S&W model 19. 6" barrel.

[@oleukeman]

I’m a big fan of S&W revolvers and have a few. My current bedside gun is a pre model 10 with a Hogue grip. I also have a 19-3 that has the sweetest trigger I have ever shot. Thanks for a great video.

[@Justin-LaFleur]

I got a 4 inch Model 19-3 that feels like it was brand new. I think the previous owner never shot it so I imagine that once its broken in that this trigger will be buttery smooth.

[@Dayattherange]

This is one of the best videos you have produced and out here on KZbin. I love the atmosphere of the fire side chat. You had me for the entire video at 1minute in when you said "it should be fun" and you are right it should be, is and can be. Thank you gentlemen for spending time with us.

[@davidhoffman6980]

I can't remember the last time I didn't have fun shooting, cause it didn't happen.

[@gowilsoncombat]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ronniesuebruton3309]

Have had 3 classes with Ken over the years. The last time there were 4 of us that got him here and had him to ourselves. He is the Best instructor I have ever been around and a Wonderful story teller. We are both the same age....75 this year!!! Glad you are still healthy Ken...come see us...Billy Bruton...Battery Oaks Range, Conway,S.C.

[@robkirkland7982]

Great to see some wheel guns. Wheel guns are real guns.

[@petesmith8362]

Love those old S&W's! My first and still favoite gun for everythng!! I'm an "N" frame guy, model 57 and 27!!

[@jimmyfrazier3761]

As ALWAYS GREAT VIDEO!! As an older gentleman and gun guy myself I could watch your videos all day long!!! Keep them coming please!!!!!

[@korlilkatana7653]

Funny how relaxing they are.

[@ironmikehallowween]

Revolvers just have something very special about them. Like many others, I carry a variety of auto loaders, but a nice revolver always catches my eye.

[@everettsnyder1763]

I’ve been a Model 15 fan since my USAF days. Can’t go wrong with a 4” K frame

[@craigbenz4835]

USAF sure did love their 15s.

[@rodneyalaking8241]

If I could only own one handgun, a 4 inch K frame in 357/38 would be at the top of my list.

[@aolvaar8792]

I teach girls and women to shoot. S&W 4" Model 15, severely Tuned 148gr HBWC at 710fps 99.99% pure lead swaged, beeswax lubed, Nickel case, laquear primer and case mouth. a hit with a wimpy bullet beats a miss with a magnum. The 10 yr old girl and the 80 yr old woman shoot 1.5" patterns at 25 feet in DA.

[@normanmallory2055]

Smith & Wesson model 15 and the 19 are excellent revolvers ! I’ve shot a few 15 models ! I bought a 19 in 1971 and love it ! 22 years ago I bought a model 586 and really enjoy it ! I shoot it a lot and last year I got into 125 grain SWC cast bullets , it is a game changer as for 55 years I only shot 150 gr , 158 gr and Keith designed 170 SWC !

[@mattberry4457]

i worked for the man who commissioned the three inch pythons. when i left in 95 there were 3 new in the box in one of the vaults. i was still working there when a brand new python arrived with no rifling in the barrel.

[@garrettgarrett7974]

Snake shot gun

[@NorthStarAttitudes]

I still love my revolvers and my lever guns. They remind me of my youth.

[@garrettgarrett7974]

Thanks guys! Always a pleasure sitting down with you.

[@gowilsoncombat]

Our pleasure!

[@bradleytannehill9585]

Revolver’s are such a pleasure to shoot and with a speed loader and training are nearly just as effective as a semi auto

[@Justin-LaFleur]

I have a 4 inch Model 19-3 that I absolutely love and looks and feels like a new revolver! I also got a 4 inch 586 no dash that has a buttery smooth trigger and is a great shooter!

[@radseven89]

My bedside gun is a K-frame Smith and Wesson 15-4. I trust that gun with my life.

[@mattcurrie3862]

Just picked up a new Colt Python 3". What an awesome gun. I am a big revolver fan and own Smiths, Rugers, Taurus and now a Colt. Each have their strong points but there is something about the classic Smiths that just butters my toast! Great video

[@ronaldpierce8325]

Massad, Ken & Bill.....you guys are addictive. I'm on my third week of binge-watching your channel. I get up at 0700 and before I know it, it's dinner time......next week back to the range......absolutely amazing, thank you so much,

[@justinransbottom7378]

I Love listening and learning from you guys! You two know more about the guns I love than anyone I've ever seen. I grew up reading about Elmer Keith, Jeff Cooper, and Ross Seyfried. Along with John Linebaugh, and now friends with Dustin Linebaugh. My kids come in the living room from time to time and say, "Dad you are always watching those old guys!", and I tell them boys that the reason that I watch them, is because they know more about guns than most people and I can relate to their passion for the guns that they love! Younger guys are about the new fads that are in place. I'm into what is tried and true. Set in my ways, but willing to always learn from the more experienced shooters. Thanks again for all of the good videos. I have John Harison, Dustin Linebaugh, Alan Harton, and several Wilson Combat guns! And enjoy my lever guns!!! Thank you two for everything you do. I Highly respect you both and hold you both to a high regard! Pleas pray for my friend John Harrison! Praying that God will touch his eyesight so that he can do the great things that he likes to do. Good man!

[@billhoppe2991]

Thanks so much. Really enjoyable for a 72 year old gun guy that started out with a K-38 single action only. Does my old heart good.

[@hansblitz7770]

Revolvers are indeed fun. A speed reload is a true skill and feels good to be able to do that well.

[@roykiefer7713]

I loved this video, thank you fellows. I’m 76, I’m a revolver guy - although I carry autoloaders- and right now my Smith, 672, Special Edition, five inch barrel, unfluted cylinder, gold bead front sight is my favorite (but that changes every six months or so).

[@randysiler7458]

Very Cool video. My dad carried a S&W 38 special everyday to and from work in his briefcase. That was in the 50’s through 1970. 👍👍

[@robwyatt272]

Well, I've gone over to the the dark side and now shoot the black plastic. However, I still have my S&W M19 that I bought new in '79. I changed the grips to Pachmayr's in the store and have been shooting it that way since. I still have the original ticket ($202.00), box, screwdriver, and bore swab! Thanks for the revolver talk, I think we tend to overlook them. They are super fun to shoot!

[@rickpineo2588]

Now that Wilson Combat is improving Pythons sights I would love to see them improve the grips

[@ccshow5269]

Check out Mr. Dave Lauck’s (D&L Sports) fixed rear combat sights for colt,ruger,s&w revolvers.

[@ronniecolemanministries]

Love love smith revolvers!!!! The 686 2.5” is my all time favorite!

[@jameshutchins3396]

Revolvers are truly fun from 22 on up

[@clrd4tkoff]

So Cool!! I love revolvers! Amazing display of classic American Revolvers!👍🏻👍🏻🤗🤗

[@jamesharris184]

Fantastic to have a seat at this table. Especially so, when I know next to nothing of the subject matter. Much appreciated gentleman.

[@jerrymartin5100]

I love my 19-2 4 inch, still have the box, will never part with it, amazing revolver.

[@Ed-ig7fj]

I like most handguns, but my Model 15s are probably my faves. I agree with the fellow at Nut'nfancy who says that if you find a good Model 15, just buy it. Your grandkids will thank you. These guns were built to a standard of quality by craftsmen, not to a price point. I have 3: an old cop gun with a great trigger job, another 4 inchers with lovely bluing, and a snubby version that is deadly accurate. Add these to my 686's and I am in skunk heaven. If you aren't familiar with revolvers, try one; you may just become addicted to them! --Old Guy

[@willwilliam217]

Young lad of 67.5 years old here. Had a 1982 sw 28-2 highway patrolman that in traded in in 2019. I had purchased it new and many regrets letting it go. It was the 4” model and I mostly shot 38 special thru it. Great video gentlemen.

[@jakmarlin8233]

Thanks, guys for a great subject. I've always been a Smith guy and was lucky to find a model 66-3 2-1/2" NIB at a gun show. Smooth as butter trigger out of the box. Smith had great gun smiths back in the day.

[@gentleoldguy4990]

I just love listen to you two gentlemen. I often just go through your playlist on my phone and rewatch the presentations many, many times! Best to ya',,,,!

[@gowilsoncombat]

Wow, thank you!

[@korlilkatana7653]

Shooting should be fun, like flying, driving, golf or whatever.

[@timhuffman5311]

I'm glad you added the Mod#19. I started my career in 1976 with a mod 19. Around 10 years later I moved to a Sig. I got real tire of cleaning the thing after a long day at the range. Great video Thanks guys.

[@tmaddrummer]

What a treat this was! In 1974, I started with a Model 19 that I still have, but I did have the Armoloy treatment done a couple years later. Still have it, and still love it.

[@dankniseley9828]

Wheel guns are real guns 😁

[@jlj8718]

What a beautiful revolvers mister Ken has!!

[@MrRanvic]

Great revolvers video. love watching these 2 legendary gentlemen doing reviews and just talking about their experience and good days. thank you so much. ❤

[@danielcurtis8746]

I have a newer model 66 combat magnum, but I've always wanted the older combat magnums with the high polished buing. What a beautiful revolver. That yoy for sharing.

[@christopherrutherford7244]

I could listen to you all day ken you rock love to be trained by you

[@lens7859]

Love my revolvers! My favorite is my Smith 686 Plus Deluxe with a 3 inch barrel

[@brentchambers511]

I’m really happy to see the 2020 Python getting some support from trusted people on the public side of pistol shooting. I’m a full blown nobody when it comes to this type of thing, but am lucky to own some original E/I frame Colts and some nice Smiths. The gun I shoot the most is my 2020 Python. I reload boat loads of .38 Special and most of it is launched with the new Python. They’re great guns if you prize double action triggers.

[@coldandaloof7166]

Love the revolver episode guys, keep the good stuff coming. I carry my Smith 66 4" nearly everyday as a duty gun. I shoot it well and trust it. Many people make comments about grandpa and his revolver, until they see me shoot it. They really don't say anything else when I beat them in a reload drill with their autos 😂. Only shot an original python once 20 years ago, and was not impressed. I always thought the Smith actions were faster and smoother. (And way cheaper!). But I might have to give a new one a try after seeing that beautiful 3". The trigger stroke was just so different on them for some reason when doing fast DA work.

[@rodneyalaking8241]

Yesterday, I watched a video that ranked the 5 best snub nosed revolvers. A Taurus was number one. 😂😂 It’s nice to see real quality pieces in this video. One of my favorites is a Colt New Service in 45 Colt from 1931. It’s built like a tank and still looks almost new. There’s something special about a big bore revolver.

[@andrewhornet3786]

Gotta love wheel gun's.

[@DG2244]

When these two talk guns, you stop what you are doing, sit down and listen. This is like taking a Revolvers 101 class from the Masters.

[@ranger5309]

I just bought my wife a S&W 686+ ! Now i want one .

[@ShaunShearman]

I love revolvers, there's just something about a revolver that makes it so much more fun than an auto and the selection you had there Mr.Hackathorn was simply sublime ! Beautiful revolvers, each and every one of them.

[@AZguy44]

Thank you Ken and Bill for being such inspirations. We learn so much from you. I recently got in revolvers and man they are soooo much fun!!

[@davidford1564]

I didn't build any respectable skill till I picked up a Smith Mod 66. I still have it and enjoy it still.

[@Superposed1963]

I sure love this series!! When Bill and Ken talk, I listen!!

[@williamgrissom1995]

One day when I can, I'm going buy a S&W 686 7 shot 3 inch revolver. I've been dreaming about getting one for years. 😎👍

[@theprepperrevelator]

Absolutely loved this content! Ken and Bill are both tried true gun guys! I really enjoyed this, thanks! Rick

[@Oldhogleg]

S&W have always been my favorite for trigger quality.

[@kertp8482]

I grew up with revolvers, too. My favorite is a Smith & Wesson Model 25-5 in .45 Colt. I also love my S&W Model 19-3 Texas Ranger Commemorative. That is one sweet gun, and I do shoot it. But for casual "Let's go out and shoot some tin cans" kind of plinking, it's hard to beat my old S&W K-22. Thanks for your conversation! Brings bad some really good memories, too. And isn't Idaho wonderful!!

[@MrSymbolic7]

I didn't think that I would have to go this far down to find another S&W 25-5 , 45 Long Colt Fan , but I did and I agree it's my only revolver and the only modification that I made was replacing the walnut grips with Pachmayr grips and I have never needed to do any thing else , everyone that shoots it loves it !

[@robertallen8841]

Live that Smith 10-3! I found one used a few years ago in 6”. Wide flat target trigger and hammer, pinned and recessed. The DA pull is butter. Great talk guys!

[@breese7488]

My brother bought a new Python in 1980. Paid a small fortune for it. I had a $150 Ruger Security Six, both in .357 magnum. His grips weren't finished in the bottom, still raw wood, side plate could trim your fingernails on. I shot rings around him, both from benchrest. He cleaned and boxed it, sent it back to Colt, who repaired the new gun and sent it back to him. He put it in his gun safe, and bought a 6" Ruger Security Six. It think the Python is still in there.

[@garrettgarrett7974]

Colt union. Even about the year 2000 just about all stainless 1911s had an intentional scratch on the slide.

[@michaelorlowski2364]

Now Wilson Combat needs to start making aftermarket triggers and hammers for the Pythons .

[@frankbutta9344]

I bought a set of WC front and rear sights for my 3” Python last week. 👍👍👍👍

[@blood_rayven3253]

Ahh yes. The Colt pythun. A timeless classic.

[@MrZonacat1]

Thanks for showing and talking about those beautiful revolvers.

[@irafowlerjr.7492]

Wonderful, lots of memories, thanks

[@gowilsoncombat]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@lisabussiere6469]

Enjoy seeing your revolver holisters hard to find them like that anymore

[@michaelslisher4652]

A '72 or '73 4" Model 19 was my first .357 Magnum. $104 and change if I remember correctly. I traded a Model 14 K-38 Target Masterpiece for it and never regretted the transaction. Oh, how I wish I had both of those still!

[@sparky_-mf2cs]

The 3 inch is thee holy grail!!!

[@coreybenson3122]

If you’re look for a budget friendly, large revolver, looks for a Model 28 S&W. Referred to as a “Highway Patrolman”. N frame, .357, excellent trigger. Can be found in 4” & 6” barrels.

[@johnnyguitar6697]

Great gun, but you have to have the hands for it.

[@kellyheath6293]

My favorite episode. Fun to watch

[@larsbliss2728]

My favorite are revolvers. Like Ken, i had to have a new python in 3" & 6". As a kid watching spaghetti westerns i took to the Colts.

[@callaseter4811]

I can listen to y’all all day . GOD bless . 🙏😁💕

[@Siskiyous6]

I enjoyed talking with Ken in Salmon at The Second Annual Lehmi County Big Bore Shoot, where I used my 625. His understanding of Smith and Wesson revolvers is encyclopedic. I put far more rounds through my guns in the field than I ever will in self-defense, which may increase over the two I fired back when I was a teen, with a model 1899 4th change, a gun carried by 2 Del Norte County, CA Sheriffs, Austin Huffman and his son, my great uncle, Budd Huffman, but might not. I have no worry at all about not having enough ammunition in a fight because of carrying a revolver. I do have an 8 Shot Smith 357 if I feel like it is needed. Double action is the only way I shoot, feeling any single action shot was a lost opportunity to maintain DA proficiency. I find Pachmyar grips to work for me, despite their ugliness. The Model 1899s, which I now have 4 of, including an adjustable sight model from the Klass collection, are DA perfection.

[@markkeplinger6218]

Very nice pic of revolvers. I too learned to shoot with a revolver. I am a retired C.O. and we used S&W mod. 64s. My favorite that I own is a model 66 combat. Thank you for your review of old school revolvers.

[@scottzipperer6146]

I tune my s&w revolvers myself with Wilson Combat springs and work the bug's outs myself thanks for great product line

[@american4736]

I'm partial to the Ruger GP100 with 6" barrel. Heavy duty, very accurate and beautiful design.

[@Me2Lancer]

Thanks for your post. In mid-1965 my ship was patrolling the coast of South Vietnam where we boarded junks, sampans and suspicious commercial vessels. On a trip back to Subic Bay, Philippines I visited the Navy and Marine Corp exchange. While there I purchased a Colt Trooper with a 6" barrel. I felt more comfortable with a new revolver over and against WWII vintage 1911 pistols. After returning home I replaced the original grips with Hogue grips.

[@justintyme4690]

I started collecting guns last year and got my 3rd gun and wanted a revolver this year. I got a 10.5 inch performance center 500 magnum. It's so beautiful.

[@LDR1100RS]

Ken...I remember years ago reading an article you wrote about a custom Smith J frame. You mated a 3" barrel from a Model 36 to a Model 49 Bodyguard. You called it a modern day derringer. With today's sub compact 9mm it's a bit out of date but the article made a mark on this young man.

[@MrDrumStikz]

I recently shot my dad's beach-load 12GA from 1910, and it makes me wanna shoot lever guns and recovers for a while. Great timing on a video; there's something magical about the old-school revolver design

[@MontanaWelldigger]

Colt...but the cylinder turns the wrong way!!! LOL

[@jessehines444]

I really enjoy these videos. I feel like we get to be a part of the club so to speak… Something I’d like to see is Ken and Bill go through the S&W frame size lineup (it’s always confusing for me as a relatively new shooter) and show us the differences. Maybe some history on how the frame size naming convention came to be.

[@PPISAFETY]

When I saw Ken's Model 15, I almost wanted to kick myself a bit. I've always tended to own Model 19's, but there is a different feel to the Model 15 in the same barrel length, and it's nice. Here's where kicking myself comes in. I owned a shooting school in Virginia that I ran on the side in addition to my police work. The bulk of my students had never fired a handgun before, but wanted to get one of the state's then-new concealed carry permits. I ran a course that in addition to classroom time had a separate introductory range class on fundamentals. I kept a wide selection of handguns for my students to try out for free in class. Police were transitioning in droves to the auto pistol and the gun shops and distributors were awash with Smith and Wesson K-frame police trade-ins. Even though I had my FFL, I preferred not to order used guns sight unseen, so I went to a rather large dealer that sold used guns. At times they had so many police trades they were overstocked, so they shared with me their price tag codes that showed how much they had paid for each gun, and I worked out a fair profit with them. I tried not to buy the really nice pieces that they could do well on. I'd go in during quiet hours, get a handheld shopping basket and buy 6-8 revolvers at a time when I needed them. I had every student do their initial exercises with a K-frame unless they already owned a handgun they wished to focus on. Often a new student did so well with an old Model 10 at the range that they would ask if they could buy the revolver, and I always tried to say yes, so I went through a lot of police trade-ins. A pencil-barrel Model 10 would typically cost me about $140, a heavy barrel Model 10 $150, a Model 15 in good shape $175, A Model 19 four inch would cost me$200 and a Model 66 was $250. This was in the late 90's and was simply a function of a very large supply. When I look at what these guns cost now on the used market, it makes me want to cry. Anyway, I owned my own range at the time and a buddy of mine and I had just agreed to go down to a small town in southern Virginia where another friend had just been hired as the Chief. We were going to suit up and work for him until he could hire some staff. We had bought these retention holsters for our Glocks, and you just don't put one of those on and go on duty. So we agreed to meet on the range to practice with them. I had just picked up a 4-inch Model 15 that I gave $150 for and also wanted to adjust the sights if needed so as not to discourage a new student with a gun that didn't shoot to point of aim. When my buddy saw the Model 15, his eyes lit up, and trust me, this was at a time where no one was getting excited about the Model 15, because most people wanted a Magnum. He shot it so much and was clearly delighted by it. I asked him why, and he told me he had been in the Air Force as a kid, and had been a Military Policeman and had been issued a Model 15 loaded with 130 grain FMJ ammo. After a few years he became an OSI Agent and was allowed to keep it and carry it, but had to turn it in when he was discharged. He was having so much fun with the revolver that I gave it to him on the spot. It was a small amount of money but it clearly meant a lot to him. I sold my school later and started working overseas, and by the time I got back the prices of classic SW's were all jacked up. That was the last one I saw at a decent price, and I gave the damned thing away. We now live about 1,200 miles from each other, and whenever I talk to him on social media, he always tells me he still has the gun and plans to have it buried with him when he goes. Oh well, I've got my 19-3 and I'm fine with that. He is so happy with that Combat Masterpiece that when I kick myself over giving it away, I don't kick too hard.

[@larryminton2670]

In 1967, while in the Air Force Security Police Tech School, we did indeed receive training with S&W Model 15 revolvers. In the recent past I got a chucked seeing a photograph of Air Force ace, then Colonel Robin Olds, standing in front of his multi-million dollar fighter-bomber in Thailand with his holstered .38 spl. Model 15. Additionally, those Model 15's were likely the main firearm of police for many many years. I was issued one upon being hired by the Los Angeles Police Department in 1974. Through the years we started carrying pistols. When I was in the process of retiring, I turned my equipment into Supply and was asked if I wished to purchase my service revolver (S&W Model 15). I asked, "How much?" I think it was the best $52.00 that I ever spent.

[@PPISAFETY]

@@larryminton2670 For $52.00 I'd say so! My older brother went on the job in Richmond, VA in 1962 as a patrolman. He was paid $3300.00 per year, and carried a six inch Model 14 on duty in a holster that could be snapped in place for walking beats, or the swivel unsnapped to rotate the gun so that the officer could comfortably sit in a patrol car. The city cars back then had receive-only radios and the city had call boxes with keys so the officer could go to the call box to check in. If a walking beat officer made an arrest, he would typically handcuff his perp to a lamp post and then walk several blocks to a call box to call the wagon for a pickup. The wagon men would pick up the arrested person, load them in the van, and then drive to the call box to return the beat officer's cuffs. I remember being fascinated by all of this as a little kid, and going to the police indoor range to watch the guys shoot bullseye with their K-38's and Model 15's. I started in 1979 and settled on the Model 19 as my duty revolver. I still have that one.

[@theeconomicbachelor1147]

I was very surprised to see that colt made a 3in python again. It will be my next gun purchase. Now I know who to thank for making that happen. Colt isn’t very good at satisfying their customers but they listen to you, and I’m glad you convinced them to make this grail revolver. Thank you sir.

[@craigbenz4835]

All of those were greats, but for me a S&W model 10 with grips that fit me is the best. The tiniest grips I can't use without a grip adaptor, but larger ones are great. No worries about the windage shifting. POI has been good for me. YMMV.

[@gupspad401]

I bought my S&W model 19-3 50 years ago this coming July. I have probably bought and sold 40-45 handguns since then, but managed to hold onto my 19, despite selling many guns I wish I had back. Nevertheless, I shot the old 19 last weekend; as you said, revolvers are absolutely fun to shoot! Thanks for the great video! ,

[@johnerickson3336]

When Bill Wilson grabs a revolver and checks out the trigger it seems like the next gun I actually buy will be a Wilson Combat CQB.

[@chrisdailey9589]

Great video! I love old S&W revolvers. I was hoping to see you shoot them.

[@bernardhayes4459]

Awsome video I love revolvers. I want a 3” Python

[@garrettgarrett7974]

Me too!