Revolver Barrel Length: Which One is Better and Why?

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[@oldrabidus2230]

I say 4” but my wife prefers 6”

[@raybans12]

😂

[@zaboomerfooo]

Gigitty

[@glk2227]

Yeah, wifey says our 10” barrel is kinda heavy, but she adjust and handles it pretty well! 🫡🕺🏾

[@garylee5384]

Standing at 5'6" I find the 4" easier to carry than the 6" but. If your going for accuracy then I would go for 6"

[@luksuto]

Broooo

[@zonker2u808]

You confirmed all the reasons I bought a 6 inch barrel to keep beside my bed frame. I have a 2 inch for concealed carry.

[@oldcop18]

We all were issued 4” revolvers and I consistently shot in the high 90s during qualification. Later, as a lieutenant, I was issued a 2” Model 10 that I shot a perfect score with. When we replaced the blued guns w/newer stainless I purchased that old Model 10 and still have it. Took it to LEOSA certification this past June and shot 96.4, outshooting most of the other retirees w/their 9MM pistols.

[@mkshffr4936]

4" for carrying 6" for shooting. Sight radius matters.

[@TheModernSurvivalist]

Yup

[@krashdude1]

I enjoyed the chronograph testing displaying the difference in velocities! That was very useful, thank you.

[@vicsage83]

Just to throw a monkey wrench in everything, I think 5” is the best lol

[@georgemhaylov7252]

You mentioned everything but the most important thing : the balance. A well balanced gun will always shoot better offhand. In a Python we are talking about 4 oz difference between 6"and 4". This is a lot when you consider the moment to your wrist. If you have red dot attached, the sight radius doesn't matter. If you still shoot 6" well, good but personally i get tired shooting long barreled guns much faster.

[@Legendary_Bleu]

Hmm sounds like you need to hit the gym more often

[@georgemhaylov7252]

@@Legendary_Bleu spending more time at the gym will change the balance of the gun for sure 😂

[@georgemhaylov7252]

@@Newt_Keeper you have no clue what you are talking about. I bet I can shoot much better than internet clowns like you.

[@Cheaps928]

@@Newt_Keeper 😂😂😂💀

[@novaboy49]

I'll take a 6" for range and accuracy, I know a snub is good for concealment , but if I ever had to use one, ain't gonna no concealment to it.

[@MD--sy4ml]

4 inch isn't a snub

[@booman1545]

Nice set of revolvers.

[@Narsuitus]

I have owned three revolvers that I used to shoot 38 special ammo. My first was a 2-inch Colt Lawman that I purchased in the early 1970s. My second was a 5-inch S&W 38 special that I inherited from my grandfather. My third was a 6-inch S&W model 27-2. The longest barrel length is better for me because I am more accurate shooting it. I was never able to accurately shoot the 2-inch Colt Lawman at any distance except point blank. Up to 15 yards, I notice very little difference in accuracy between the two S&W handguns. At 25 yards, my accuracy with the 6-inch was better than the 5-inch. However, I am not sure if the difference in accuracy was due to difference in barrel length, difference in revolver weight, difference in sight radius, or difference in optical sights.

[@mholman9711]

God damn those are beautiful revolvers

[@rampantcolt1684]

Skeeter preferred a 5" .357. Great compromise!

[@vincentkosik403]

Thank you for your insight....we need it now !ore than ever!

[@djlu3011]

Bigger is always better for revolvers. I feel like revolvers just aren't meant to be concealed. One...theyre just too beautiful. And two...they're too heavy and wide to be concealed. Revolvers were meant to be carried openly and proudly.

[@Cheaps928]

thats a fact and thats true. and youre right! lol my primary gun is a revolver. im not that into modern guns. revolvers are the best. 6 shot, both single and double action🤘🏼

[@edackley8595]

My S&W 38 bodyguard 38 says different. Hard to bead the ease of use and reliability of a revolver.

[@mikeking6686]

4 IN. INDOORS 6 IN. OUTDOORS, DON'T THINK TOO MUCH

[@MrLeo7627]

Also any revolver without Keys

[@ahankararockband]

good video to the point without empty talk.

[@timothyprice9064]

It depends on what you plan to use it for.

[@fernandosova344]

i own 3 revolvers. a taurus 85s 38 special 2" barrel, i ankle carry it sometimes and a 4" 6 shot taurus 66 in .357 magnum which is my backup gun for hunting (paired with a lever action rossi puma in .357 as well or a cbc 12 gauge pump shotgun, i can only hunt boar here.) the third revolver is a 6.5 inch .44 magnum, taurus 444, i just bought it 1 month ago and couldnt get ammo yet, really wanna try it.

[@leonardobarros7009]

Vc é CAC né?

[@fernandosova344]

@@leonardobarros7009 tirei cr depois que me aposentei na pcsp.

[@moviebuff1853]

Why you need so many guns lol

[@fernandosova344]

@@moviebuff1853 i live in brazil that probably explains a lot of it

[@moviebuff1853]

@@fernandosova344 that’s not a problem at all . I barely purchased a smith and Wesson 686 plus with 4” barrel . It can carry 7 rounds as well . Made the purchase about 30 minutes ago

[@threefishing]

I collect Big Revolvers for Show and tell and the longer they are, the more impressive. I also pay more for the stainless versions, and i like full power velocity with the longer barrel. I use Automatic lighter guns for everyday carry and in a smaller shell size 9mm usually. but with the revolvers it's showtime and fun 357.44,50.

[@tanosanti]

IMHO based in my personal experience: best of all terrain options is 3" inch barrel lenght

[@MajimaGoro8]

@@MagnumDave Care to explain why he’s a moron? Or do you like saying stupid things to feel better about yourself?

[@edackley8595]

3" is definitely a nice utility "sweet spot". BUT, there's just something nice to the feel of a nice hog leg and the ease of carry and concealment in a snub nose.

[@Monkeywrench542]

4 inch for conceal carry, 6 inch for hunting.

[@richardcoburn8005]

I prefer a 4 inch barrel for my revolvers whether Colt, S&W, Ruger, etc...

[@ChaohsiangChen]

Bad guy grabbing 6" barrel. The Aikido guy grins.

[@coryjenkins4179]

Thanks for sharing this information with us. Also let's look at air pistols for some that can't get pistols in there area for whatever reason. I have some great air rifles and pistols.

[@joeyoung3319]

With specific ammo, what feet per second are you getting with a 4-in and what feet per second are you getting with the 6-inch? All the rest is inconsequential..

[@papyboyington4135]

MR73 and PYTHON? The only revolvers I wish I had

[@papyboyington4135]

you really have beautiful weapons

[@TheModernSurvivalist]

Thanks Papy, yup, thats why I bought them. Pretty happy with them.

[@shockwave6416]

@@TheModernSurvivalist nice python 👍

[@CyborgZeta]

A 6" is the best for shooting, but a 2" trumps all for carry. I can carry a snub in a pants pocket. Just my experience.

[@albatro2676]

Where did you buy those Manurhin ? Did you buy them in new condition ?

[@edackley8595]

Let's face facts here, use case is going to determine the tool. Females and urban dwellers are more likely to have very close encounters. Like hands-on person distance (mugging, rape, etc) and a snubby is pretty hard to beat. A car gun, agai a snubby is decent, but bita bigger piece in the 3-5" size starts to make a lot more sense. Carjacker(s) will identify as a gun and may possibly get discouraged, but higher velocities and accuracy become important for glass penatration and shooting beyond a couple arm's lengths and an armed assailant. Start getting out into the country and looking at "truck guns" or open carry around the farm or ranch, 5" + becomes VERY desirable. Taking down those coyotes stalking the chicken pen or the visual impact on a stranger at the gate become the concerns. If multiple manufacturers make them, there's a reason...

[@nathanbitton665]

What type of finish is the bluing on those pieces?

[@enjoypool4052]

I'm disapointed I can't call one of the major firearm manufacturers and order the barrel length I want just like people did for many years. I know, I know we live in better times now not making as many choices.

[@dominickglen8338]

4.5

[@littleleaf8541]

4” is better bc it’s easier conceal, and you get good control on recoil with it. Big guns are for guys with small cox too

[@aleehene]

No footage of shooting, no ballistics gel, just sitting there talking while pointing at two revolvers. Really?

[@capspik]

Try an 8 3/8 )

[@twogungunnar9456]

5 inch.

[@mikewilliams6086]

My python?😂😂

[@michaelfoster5044]

You see where the bullet goes into the barrel of the glock? Thats called the chamber its not used in measuring the barrel lol its like the cylinder of the revolver, it never counts as barrel length

[@rampantcolt1684]

Better explain that to the ATF.

[@LegionTacticoolCutlery]

Yeah.... The one that hits its target.....

[@isaacfranco9185]

AAAkurit

[@sowhat8087]

Ramblin

[@986C]

Total spaz

[@vigunfighter]

Best barrel length for revolver? Get a semi auto...

[@JTrox]

...says the guy who watched a video about revolvers knowing he's not interested.🤣😂 That's silly.

[@Soul56293]

Let me guess your Glock fanboy ?

[@vigunfighter]

@@Soul56293 WRONG, stupid man thing! I love revolvers. I have a M28 Highway Patrolman that I did an action job that is just amazing. A M60 Ladysmith that won't let me miss. And a couple of others. I also love manual transmissions.... But these days automatics, whether pistols or transmissions, offer so much advantage that they should be used for any serious work. Leave the revos for range day. As for barrel length? Carry a 6" around for 16 hour days, all day, every day, and you'll wish you had opted for the 4". My favorite in many models is the 3". I lust after a Lew Horton M29 round butt/3" bbl. As for Glock fan boi? I have 5, but mostly as student loaner guns. They are an engineering marvel! 28 parts (32 if you include the magazine) I can do a complete tear down in about 2 minutes. They are utterly reliable and accurate enough for the job. The grip sucks and they aren't much to look at, but there is a Very Good reason that they are as popular as they are. Currently I EDC a Sig 365. It is better than Glocks in many ways, but not all ways. I really like the CZ P10 and the S&W M&P series autos are Quite Good.