Not just S&W, this format should apply to any revolver.
@midwayusa11 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words John. We always recommend taking your firearm to a certified gunsmith as each situation is unique in it's own way. Thanks for Your Business!
@SASS505669 жыл бұрын
One of the things I always look for on a revolver is flame cutting of the top strap above the cylinder/barrel gap. This can give an indication of a lot of use or hot load use. I also like to add drag to the cylinder with my fingers while cocking the hammer to check the timing and lockup.
@Satchmoeddie7 жыл бұрын
I put some reverse drag on the cylinder as I double action fire into a snap cap, to make sure the lockup on Colt pistols is good. The pawl hits the locking notch almost simultaneously with the hammer drop on those old lock bar Colts. The model I have has routinely been reamed from .38 Spcl to .357 with no ill effects, provided .357 is rarely used. Colt even made a very few Diamond Backs chambered for ".357 or .38 Spcl Ctg." The last one I saw sold for around $20,000. (Colt assumes it was a prototype that was shipped to The Jewel Box Pawn & Gun Store in Phoenix Az, in 1967, along with 8 other normal .38 Speclial Diamondback 2 5/8 bbl Diamondback pistols.) All Colt's archives show for sure, is 9 of them shipped, but all showed being .38 Special ONLY. The owner of Jewel Box tried and tried to order more .357 Diamondbacks, but to no avail.
@billpowers91611 жыл бұрын
Man. I could listen to Larry all day.
@iridescentgreen10 жыл бұрын
You guys know your stuff. I never would have thought to inspect the various screws for damage if the finish looked good.
@6illyloomer9554 жыл бұрын
This video has been really useful. I just bought smith and wesson model 36. I think it might've been made in the late 60s. I really like older revolvers, and from what I've learned from this video my guns not in bad shape.
@greybone7773 жыл бұрын
Check for flame cutting on the top strap and forcing cone condition on 357s. I usually put friction on the cylinder when cocking them to be sure of lock up. Pull the trigger briskly in double action to be sure the trigger mechanism doesn't lock up or skip cylinders.
@timsharkey19935 жыл бұрын
Great, useful info here. I didn’t know some of this stuff before buying a couple used revolvers lately. I see i got lucky, but I’ll make sure I run through these checkpoints from now on before buying.
@troy94776 жыл бұрын
Well done. Good, systematic methodology. Great refresher for the experienced, and excellent for beginners. I enjoy these videos a lot
@codymoncrief21287 жыл бұрын
Was given an old model 10 from '33. The thing is beat to hell, heavy holster and use/abuse wear, mysterious giant scratches around the cylinder about halfway between the ends, and loads of dings and scratches, but the action is still butter smooth, no wiggly parts, lockup is almost play-free, and the dinged-up sights are still dead on. These guns are nigh indestructible.
@briancaine9130 Жыл бұрын
Good video. Useful for new revolvers as well. Especially misaligned barrels on S&Ws.
@johnnicolosi803411 жыл бұрын
Mr. Potterfield, your viedos are very helpful and educational. No beating around the bush, I usually fastfoward most viedos, not yours. I noticed on my .38 model 37 a small crack on the frame under the barrel, what are my opitions on repairs if any. Don't worry I won't fire the gun Thanks,John Thanks, Jonh
@sgtjarhead998 жыл бұрын
Wish I saw this video two months earlier before I bought my last two revolvers.
@Mr45Bullitt11 жыл бұрын
Model 15 combat masterpiece.Between 1967 and 1977. It's a -3.
@alexboriqua6885 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video
@poppysworkbench65084 жыл бұрын
Also on thin barrels run fingers close to the frame to feel for bulging.
@nascarjimbo9 ай бұрын
My brand new S&W M29-10 has .003” cylinder to barrel gap on one side and .0075” on the other. S&W said it’s within spec. 🤯
@sordello515 жыл бұрын
Excellent educational video!
@ninjaswordtothehead Жыл бұрын
Awesome video. As someone wanting to branch into revolvers, this was a great tutorial.
@celticwarrior91611 жыл бұрын
Best 5 minutes I have spent on a youtube video in along time. Thank you Mr. Potterfield.
@mushtaqali5376 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the information. Nice clear video
@primoknoxville11 жыл бұрын
It made me start crying with happiness
@user-mt4vo4ey5n5 жыл бұрын
All my guns would be better maintained if I had a shop Like Larry's.
@639Beaver11 жыл бұрын
Very good video. Thank you Happy 4th of July.
@BestTits11 жыл бұрын
I'm bringing Larry with next time I go shopping for a used S&W.
@MrSanteeclaus3 жыл бұрын
I would take is billfold
@foldingchaise83874 жыл бұрын
Excellent
@ayklization5 жыл бұрын
Outstanding
@gregoryjames7976 Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Excellent video.
@Satchmoeddie7 жыл бұрын
I just bought a Colt, and it's blatantly obvious it rode around in a holster for 20-40 years with the cylinder in the same location, so use was minimal. The tip of the barrel has the bluing worn off on the left side of the barrel tip & the muzzle, and the left side of the cylinder (as it was found in the box).. So it was worn the same way on the same side, so it had just been worn, and rarely if ever fired. I have put more lock drag marks on the cylinder in one hour of shooting than it had before. Dry firing center fire revolver is not quite as hard on them as dry firing ANYTHING rimfire. I use those rubber insert snap caps, or more expensive snap caps with a spring loaded metal primer pad.
@EOD10339 ай бұрын
Great video! I have a model 15 and have been wondering what I should be looking for when checking it’s functionality and general condition. Thanks.
@morriszachrisson83594 жыл бұрын
1:41 Actually, I don't see any problem with it. I know at that time several gunsmiths had been fired from Nagant and employed by S&W.
@douglassmith39013 жыл бұрын
One thing not mentioned is hammer push off, or testing to see if the hammer will fall with pressure applied to the back of the hammer spur.
@XKCommander11 жыл бұрын
Great info, thanks. I have a m64 I bought from a paen shop. The cylinder stop sometimes does not release the cylinder for advancement. I have replaced the spring and its better but, it still does it now and then. Any recommendations?
@lewisvoight7318 жыл бұрын
Larry, Nice video on revolver inspection. I have a S&W 625-4, as in your video inspecting the double action timing, the trigger is rough to pull only on 2 cylinders next to each other, is this a bent crane? I inspected the ratchets and they all look the same
@avalon44911 жыл бұрын
Would have loved to know the model and year.
@gooztala11 жыл бұрын
Excellent!
@carlbuschman5 жыл бұрын
Mr Potterfield would refinishing the stock of my model 69 Winchester rifle reduce the value?
@juanroman81158 жыл бұрын
thanks for the informacion nice video bro
@marvabarnes902 жыл бұрын
Can you make a video of how to free up the thumb price so that the Cillinder can open
@gtbassguygary7 жыл бұрын
I have a question. I'm concerned I may have messed up the rear sight on my 686+. While holstered I accidentally whacked it against the counter, most likely along the rear site. Subsequently, I noticed that the rear site had movement right to left. However, at 1:30 I see exactly the same movement on this revolver, which obviously has some wear. I'll soon contact Smith and Wesson to inquire. In the meantime, I am wondering whether this sort of movement in the rear site is common, and or detrimental to the accuracy. Logically, I see no way it wouldn't be detrimental to the accuracy, but a lot of people are telling me that the movement is normal, and may not of even been caused by whacking it on the counter. Is movement in the rear site, a serious problem? Should I try and get the rear site replaced?
@STARFSE6 жыл бұрын
What happens when the ejector rods doesn't want to push it has junk and I believe permit screw paste on my;S&W 357
@Zlongster7 жыл бұрын
I have an old pre model 10 that hangs up when opening and closing the cylinder. Any ideas?
@greybone7773 жыл бұрын
The thumb latch is not pushing the internal rod far enough into the ejector rod plunger to clear the ejector rod. Make sure the ejector rod is tight also the thumb stud is tight. If that doesn't work you may need a gunsmith.
@leewatts59562 жыл бұрын
Check for a ringed barrel with a bore light.
@capspik5 жыл бұрын
Love My 586
@michelpetrucci11 жыл бұрын
Hi very nice and helpfull webvideos. I need to replace the firing pin. No way to find an explanation or vodeos about howto. Yhank so much for your attention. Michel from Brussels
@jesusfranco372310 жыл бұрын
I HAVE A .357 AND THE CYLINDER STOP DOSEN'T LOCK ON ONLY ONE SPOT WHAT DOES THIS MEAN AND HOW DO I FIX IT. IT LOCKS FINE ON ALL BUT ONE PLEASE GIVE ME YOUR OPINION THANKS
@coreman80872 жыл бұрын
Great video indeed...May I ask How do you fix the the poorly fitted yoke screw, must it always be replaced?. Is there an acepted play or end shake for the yoke? And lastly... does the edge of the cylinder touch the cylinder stop notch in the open cylinder position when aimed to the sealing?
@jeffryscoffern9473 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! 4:35
@freston02 жыл бұрын
Also: • cock the hammer back the whole way and push on it. It shouldn't fall home unless you press the trigger! • look at the frame where it touches the ratchet when the cylinder is closed. If you can see the imprint of the ratchet on the frame, that's not good. • make sure there are no small cracks in the forcing cone, and not too much erosion
@beantown53432 жыл бұрын
Love the video, but man this guy reminds me of buster Scruggs so much. Ironic that he’s an expert on revolvers
@zoidelux2 жыл бұрын
Larry rules. BAMF
@Shogun4593 жыл бұрын
Where can I find the Serial Numbers for the S&W 28-2? I've had my fathers for 54 years and would like to know when it was Made. Thanks.
@austinbrock11211 жыл бұрын
Yam you make a video on how to DCOA a remington 700 bolt
@youteo35962 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 2" model 10-5 the locking bolt protrudes slightly past the barrel is this cause for concern?
@TheCC11388 жыл бұрын
I have a very important question: youl note that at 1:41 he shows the endshake of the particular firearm he is examining. Is the amount of endshake at 1:41 acceptable?? I have a model 64-8 and there is a tiny bit of movement (a little less than shown at 1:41). The gun is almost brand new. The gun shop guy said it wasn't a problem but i want to make sure
@Rebelflag-kf6bj8 жыл бұрын
that just means your gun isn't worn in yet
@amesstevens84988 жыл бұрын
+Rebelflag1201gaming you mean the end shake is LESS after a gun is worn in? I thought it gets worse with time? I am concerned I have too much end shake
@Rebelflag-kf6bj8 жыл бұрын
+Ted Stevens I must've read that wrong getting endshake over time happens but it increases I would find a local gunsmith or do it yourself and insert a .002 ring
@usapatroiti14 жыл бұрын
Do you check the back strap for ware from shooting loads too hot and cylinder slap denting?
@massimoairrifle11382 жыл бұрын
Salve o comprato da poco una rivoltella SMITH & WESSON 30-1 in 32 lungo, ho problemi con l'estrattore della cartuccia che non fa girare il tamburo a volta si blocca e bisogna aiutarlo un po' con le mani si può trovare il ricambio? Grazie
@joeguzman35589 жыл бұрын
People like to slap the cilinders like in the movies and spinning the cilinders and fry fire it's the worst you can do to a revolver and dropping it on th concrete
@AlbertoJorgeSoares9 жыл бұрын
+Joe Guzman Some owners say that doing it adds "character" to the revolver! LOL What a bunch of idiots.
@DrunkMouse20307 жыл бұрын
Joe Guzman what is fry fire
@mattc62687 жыл бұрын
swinging the cylinder shut is a sure fire way to throw off your timing.
@AlbertoJorgeSoares7 жыл бұрын
And it will bend the truss-rod.
@Satchmoeddie7 жыл бұрын
Spinning the cylinder just puts drag marks on the cylinder unduly faster than usual, and wears down the locking pawl. You can do it, but don't make a habit of it. Flip slamming the crane & cylinder is a fabulous way to permanently damage the whole assembly and possibly even the entire frame of the gun, destroying the whole gun. Dry firing a modern center fire is not that bad, but it also put unnecessary wear on parts. It causes stressing of the firing pin's tip, and where the hammer strikes the frame. With a transfer bar safety the stresses & wear will not be as bad as with a hammer block colt type action, and worst of all, any rimfire, or old pre-drop safety guns, with no block or bar safety, you may even break the firing pin, or slam enough of a dent into the frame to drag the pin across the cartridges and jam up the action, or break the firing pin. You can do it, but don't make a habit of it, and don't be surprised if an older gun's parts break.
@massimoberti4884 Жыл бұрын
Si vende online? Quante joule ha? 3
@sinfogouveia17414 жыл бұрын
Exelente 👏👏👏👏 muito bom!!
@SG__-gd1fy3 жыл бұрын
do you know revolver alpha proj 3541s stainless 357magnum construction czech republic opinion thanks in advance
@ar15onaoutdooradventures465 жыл бұрын
Is it safe to fire plus p rounds in a 10-8 smith and Wesson revolver
@freston02 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't do it. That gun is probably 40 years old and isn't rated for +p.
@nelsonjunior72455 жыл бұрын
Mister, I'm from Brazil and I would like to see you repair and/or make an evaluation of the TAURUS RT 86 (6" barrel), caliber .38 special and the RT 96.22 lr. The smith & wesson had a factory in Brasil. And after came back to brazilians hands and the patent of S&W model 25 was possuit by both: TAURUS and S&W, that's where came the similarity.
@yusofbinsabudi.yusoffemeli2176 Жыл бұрын
Laras dia macan 38 .
@khanhmapvlog2 жыл бұрын
Hello
@tedcollins4684 Жыл бұрын
Or how to play "find the f-ups"
@iamtheomega11 жыл бұрын
Lone...as you alluded, people will NOT pay for American Made...when a person is allowed choice in this market savaged by the obamaeconomy, he will 9 times of 10 take the cheaper item, and I'm talking half or a third of American Made. All you can do is ban china made or slap an import fee and remove Choice. I am one of those people. Even import stuff is way overpriced. Shipping fuel costs are record breaking. Inflation due to obama borrowing. Etc. Even WalMart can't make it in some places now
@-1Patroit.2 ай бұрын
They are the most over priced pistols on the market along with Colt. Most of the money you spend on buying one is paying for their name
@garyfrey24907 жыл бұрын
bluing a stainless revolver, is it possible?
@pagamenews7 жыл бұрын
I have heard that it is possible, but the results may be poor. Personally, I would not attempt to have it done, as the bluing process is a form of "controlled rust" and in order to blue stainless steel, you need some super duper chemicals that have oxidizing agents in them to begin the rusting process on stainless. Now I have to wonder, what else is happening to the integrity of the metal when the oxidizing chemical is added? I know that some gun parts are tempered and hardened using high temperatures and cooling of the metal. Would an oxidizing agent used to blue stainless steel compromise the strength of the steel? If you want a blued gun, just buy another one. It's a great excuse to expand your collection.
@timgmail65495 жыл бұрын
awesome. Thanks so much
@midwayusa11 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words John. We always recommend taking your firearm to a certified gunsmith as each situation is unique in it's own way. Thanks for Your Business!
@JaKeMaRtiN-lh3xr Жыл бұрын
this was fantastically helpful while looking over a revolver my grandad left me. thank you for making this amazing video!
@eancola61118 ай бұрын
I got a model 19 from my grandfather, it’s in essentially mint condition
@mercoid7 жыл бұрын
Great tutorial. Great for inspecting your existing revolver and especially good for a not so experienced buyer to prepare themselves when they visit a gun shop to make a purchase.
@thegoldencaulk27425 жыл бұрын
Thanks to this video, I properly diagnosed a timing issue with my Model 28 before firing it. Thanks!
@walters66284 жыл бұрын
Really excellent tutorial. Thanks kindly for taking the time make the video.
@quinnmoore59855 жыл бұрын
My grandfather is giving me a few old guns including a 686, how can I be sure it'll hold the pressures? Should I just take them all in to a gunsmith before I shoot them? Probably if im already questioning it
@5jjt4 жыл бұрын
Nah, just load it and fire the gun with your arm wrapped around a wall. You'll be on one side of the wall while your forearm, hand & gun are on the other. Thanks for your question, and remember to shop Midway USA. You have my word on it!
@MrDubblejinx11 жыл бұрын
would somebody know a video that shows what happens when the cylinder stop dosent actualy pop back to lock the cylinder as it fires?
@DeereX7483 жыл бұрын
Very good video; I would have included "push off" in the check for internal modifications or extreme wear. To check for that, cock the revolver into its single action hammer position, and then push forward on the hammer spur with light pressure. If the hammer releases, it is an indication of sear modification or wear, and the gun is unsafe to use.
@Lee-ep1qm5 жыл бұрын
very good
@nascarjimbo6 ай бұрын
The cylinder to barrel gap on my M29-10 is 0.0035” on left side & 0.007” on the right, Smith & Wesson told me that is within specifications. 🤯 FOUR & A HALF THOUSANDTH OF AN INCH difference. How far the mighty have fallen. 🥺
@williamnichols45279 жыл бұрын
Larry ,I like watching you on youtube , because I believe that you are more than just another gunsmith. I think your skills are unmatched .I Have a 1893 # 9 12 ga Remington Shot Gun I mgot at a yard sale The old gun is in bad condition . The cocking lever is missing and the barrel release spring is gone. do you know where I can get the parts or what I could use in place of these things . Thanks Larry . William
@ablemagawitch4 жыл бұрын
a bit late and not sure which will apply but there are 3 options for the 1893 ( 2 types of Number 9 ) at Numrich aka Gun Parts Corp. in their listings www.gunpartscorp.com/gun-manufacturer/remington/shotguns-rem Which will help with schematics, IMA would be another option if MIDWEST fails and then you would have to check regularly everygunpart.com/long-guns-kits.html which very sad place of guns that were cut up but all the parts saved from very bad police agencies and horrible cities.
@ozmrrotary11 жыл бұрын
0:25 Gone out a notch Larry?
@fonzareli96194 жыл бұрын
I came across a blue steel 357 s&w im speechless!
@longshot7590 Жыл бұрын
Thanks again for all you do for the firearms community!
@mrthomaslaux15 жыл бұрын
So, is thos particular example a pass?
@jeffreylocke88084 жыл бұрын
Good information to use and assess with.
@Oldsmobility45510 сағат бұрын
What do you do if your cylinder gap exceeds the maximum tolerance?
@Itisme007.54 жыл бұрын
I have one like this but with the shorter barrel. My problem is the hammer is very stiff requiring substantial pressure to operate. Any ideas what could be causing this? It was my grandfathers and my father and I have used it for 20+ plus years no problem. Now all of the sudden this condition exists. I’m stumped on it. I opened it up and thoroughly inspected all of the parts. It all looks good but I’m no gunsmith. I’ll take it to one or I’ll send it into S&W but has anyone run into this on these and if so what was the fix?
@avalon4496 жыл бұрын
Miss your vids Larry. You need another series to teach us.
@YTvideow4 жыл бұрын
The revolver in this video is in good or bad condition?
@travishutchison64596 жыл бұрын
I have an old model 10 I inherited from my grandfather. It will only fire in double action, the hammer does not lock back for single action. I've broken it down and inspected it thoroughly but I'm not a "revolver guy". I cannot see anything on any interior parts that looks damaged or worn to the point of not working. I would love to see a video from you on how to repair this issue. Or if anyone else could recommend a fix/resources that would be great. I cannot find a video where anyone does a repair for this specific issue.
@MrRexdale715 жыл бұрын
Take the side plate off and check the way the hammer & trigger function.Both of those pieces are case-hardended,and not likely to wear on their own. Sounds like someone has been in there monkeying with either of those 2 parts...If the hammer does not lock back,the bottom part of it is likely worn,or someone has filled it in an effort to get a smooth pull.Same goes for the trigger..
@daveybass6554 жыл бұрын
It's the sear pin is worn out. That's why it won't stay cocked.
@MrGusflyer11 жыл бұрын
would you happen to know what the cylinder gap between the forcing cone is for a 38 cal rimfire spure trigger bulldozer revolver
@Heywoodthepeckerwood7 ай бұрын
I always try to get watches, cars and guns made as close to my month of birth as I can. Makes the search as fun as the purchase. To complete my collection of smith and wesson revolvers I need a model 29-2
@paulrice8342Ай бұрын
How much rattle of cylinder from side to side is allowed?
@BOB-wx3fq3 жыл бұрын
You ever try to take that fn side screw off
@RobertHathorne-v9w11 ай бұрын
How do you take the injectors rod out
@shaved19997 жыл бұрын
On my 85 686 i cant pull back the hammer with the cylinder open, is this normal?
@peteralexben7 жыл бұрын
yes push the cilinder latch thumb piece back ,its blocking the hammer with cilinder open its also normal with all s W revolvers
@motorbandit72 жыл бұрын
Yes,it's normal. Just hold the cylinder lock back while cocking.
@robertlopatto3383 жыл бұрын
The trigger on my 29-3 will not operate with the cylinder open as in the video. Is there something wrong with the gun?
@venturahernandez10663 жыл бұрын
Poner subtitulos para que tu pueblo latino entienda las indicaciones de lo que estas enseñando.
@marvabarnes902 жыл бұрын
Can you make a video of how to free up the thumb price so that the celinder can open