I swear, the cylinder-to-frame size ratio of the S&W 327 reminds me of a Mazda Miata with Roots blown Chevy LS3 sticking out of the hood 😎
@freefieldtraining8 жыл бұрын
I love the whole idea of carrying a pug nosed N frame as a ccw piece. It's a unique pistol that brings a bunch of pluses to the table that, individually, are common but are unusual to find together. Love it!
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
thanks my friend! I agree but I think carrying it is coming to a close...but I recently ordered a pocket holster for it. LOL. Let's see if it can be done.
@freefieldtraining8 жыл бұрын
That might lead to some very comical "is that an N frame in your pocket or are you happy to see me" type conversation
@TaskmasterGame7 жыл бұрын
Pocket carry, how did that work for you ??? Your videos sold many 327s for S&W !
@gserrato028 жыл бұрын
Ever since you first posted a video of the Pug Nose, I had to get one, and I did. Glad to say I still carry it since then. It is the perfect revolver: light, powerful, GREAT capacity, and I believe it is the most scariest of antsy revolver I've ever seen! The terminator of CCW revolvers without a doubt!
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Wow that is awesome!!!! Good for you and glad it is working out!
@brandonlapine51748 жыл бұрын
That pug nose is still one of my favorite guns you've ever showed on your channel, I'm glad you did another update. I'm still on the lookout for one
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Thanks! It has been a great ride with it. I plan to retire it shortly but... I did order a pocket holster for it that won't be in for 3mo!?!? But let's see if its possible, hahaha
@OOTurok8 жыл бұрын
The color contrast is driving me crazy... so is the shortness of that barrel
@MrTrevers996 жыл бұрын
Its driving me crazy because i want one but aint 21 😂
@wizardofahhhs7595 жыл бұрын
They should have named it the Pugly.
@Nixonitus4 жыл бұрын
Yeah, it's about the only thing I don't like about it. The shortness, not so much. That's what I want. I want a 357-capable snubnose.
@thesinfultruth76973 жыл бұрын
So don’t buy the shit
@TheGunfighter45acp8 жыл бұрын
Man, I just love the Pugnose & these update vids! I don't know why I haven't bought one yet. I like my SP 101, but at 5 rounds vs. 8 on the hip for edc, it should be no brainer. I really don't know what's wrong w/me...
@arcocola81837 жыл бұрын
TheGunfighter45acp -- the sp101 is a bad ass tank that's why, I have both.
@plk75924 жыл бұрын
statistically speaking, your good to go with just the 5 rounds. almost all confrontations end with using only 1 to 3 rounds being fired. of course, there are those exceptions. that's why speed loaders was invented. but having 3 xtra rounds in the cylinder wouldn't hurt!
@PrimePrius3 жыл бұрын
I always carry my pugnose and the SP101. I know, I'm a sick man.
@vicgogan53793 жыл бұрын
Feel the same way BUT very HAPPY 😊 WITH my (RUGER SP101) backed up by (SIG938) in 9mm special grip clip allows 7 PLUS ONE IN THE TUBE....BOTH WEAPONs are FLAWLESS and LIFE SAVING DEPENDABLE.
@antoniogalvan84887 жыл бұрын
To become proficient with a revolver you must practice with it, you use short barrel formula ammo for carry but when using standard ammo all the speed that would bleed due to such short barrel...I personally carry the TRR8 IWB in winter time with no issue as I am used to full size handguns, and times transition to my Smith and Wesson 627-5 and same no issue, they both hold bullet velocity very well but man do I enjoy that TRR8.
@Sedan57Chevy8 жыл бұрын
Guns with holster wear have so much character. I always love getting to see a police trade in Model 10 that looks like it's been to hell but still locks up tight. Glad to see the 327 again.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
This is true...hey my Wilson is actually starting to show holster wear! I've been really practicing with it a lot... August I'm going to ramping it up with the Wilson so I think its gonna get beat up but I have a plan for it.
@Sedan57Chevy8 жыл бұрын
I look forward to seeing the chronicles of changing between wheelgun and 1911.
@angargoy71814 жыл бұрын
*Very interesting the information on the revolver and the chargers. Congratulations Angel*
@graham7656 жыл бұрын
I really, really wish it had a 3 inch barrel
@craigsolve9333 жыл бұрын
Prefer a 2.5” mag-na-ported barrel ala Jerry Miculek and an adjustable hiviz front sight. In 2021 it should be modified to accept a micro red dot sight.
@pinkiewerewolf8 жыл бұрын
The Pug does have a cool distinctive look. With an 18 month lead time I'd forget that I ordered a holster.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
It does..it always grabs people's attention... I have been told its 24mo now. I don't get that. Maybe he is not really a business...or he has that many orders to fill and he is a one man shop. I've only heard good things about him. My friend has a few of his holsters for his 1911s but he did not wait years.
@pinkiewerewolf8 жыл бұрын
***** It might be like when Harley's had a waiting list? By the time the bike was in a lot of people bought other bikes and a guy could score a new bike with a lesser wait time/
@chaseg30482 жыл бұрын
That’s a really nice piece I want one my self
@togtoggler19914 жыл бұрын
what grips did you end up with on this? I like those better than the original and the hogues you put on
@maxsmoviechannel20256 жыл бұрын
So many comment that say it is an ugly weapon however I totally disagree, I really like the looks of it. But more so than that I love the 8 rounds of .357 magnum lol. I may have to get one!
@MrTrevers996 жыл бұрын
Same, its a Badass Color scheme. If i was 21 id buy one today
@rsenl72705 жыл бұрын
When I first saw this gun years ago the color scheme is what stood out to me from other revolvers. I think it looks good, i just can't justify spending that much on a revolver even though it holds 8 rds. Maybe one day when i have more of an expendable income.
@bigjtv66028 жыл бұрын
lol people are crazy! I lile hearing stories of crazy unique situations that ccw made it possible to get out safely. i just started carrying in January i have the Xd 9 springfeild service model. ive watched all your story time vids and armered car. thanks for the reply i think your channel have the most practical info for every day carry
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
+Jaurhar Jackson yes some people are uh different. LOL. But i have a collection of "stories" I could re-tell but I like to gain the person's permission. Those armored car stories had to be deleted. Long story. Some got to stay up but most were deleted. Also a few other stories got deleted so I kinda stopped doing them. I'll see what I can do. Thanks for the kind words!!!!
@BigBobster868 жыл бұрын
My carry gun is a .357 mag Ruger LCR and I only use .38 +P because mag rounds just hurt going through it.
@bigandy21098 жыл бұрын
you should try winchester 110 gr in 357magnum , recoil isn't bad at all in the lcr with this load
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
I do not blame you. I should do a vid on this topic (I have done j-frame vids in the past) but more recently I heard of a story of a guy at a public range shooting a 340PD (like mine) and he actually did damage to his dominant hand to the point he had to get surgery!!!! So its no joke with these things...
@paulross92872 жыл бұрын
Should've made it a hammerless 9 round 327 Federal Magnum imho. At least they almost got the name right.
@ndn25896 жыл бұрын
My day always had a 38 on his ankle
@Slash-is3yu5 жыл бұрын
They need to make suppressors for revolvers
@Clownbaby6668 жыл бұрын
I enjoy your videos thank you. I just sent my 327 pug nose back to smith for a loose barrel nut issue. Not to happy about that considering the low amount of rounds ran through it. about 200.using the same simply rugged holster thanks to you. I love shooting and carrying this gun and I hope this is not a reoccurring issue.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
I have not experienced that... yet.... only the cylinder erosion. I hope it gets back to you soon. Let me know.
@Clownbaby6668 жыл бұрын
+TheOl1911 I'll have it back early next week.they replaced firing pin, realigned shroud and tightened barrel nut. About 3 weeks from when it left Michigan. They must be busy fixing a lot of PC models lol.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
+bismofunyons stay tuned for an update vid on this. I noticed something recently and as soon as I have some time I'll do yet another update on the Pug....
@Clownbaby6668 жыл бұрын
+TheOl1911 cool. I got mine back and shot it finally. Only 50rounds but everything's good so far.
@capoisdessaline76828 жыл бұрын
I thank you for all the vids you made about this holster
@MidwayShooter8 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update on the pug nose, kinda like an old friend.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
hey my friend! I will say you are correct on that. Really enjoyed carrying it but its time to retire it I think, LOL. I do have a pocket holster on order for it but it won't be here for 3mo!!! aw well. we'll see how that works
@MidwayShooter8 жыл бұрын
+TheOl1911 good luck! Be safe, shoot straight and carry on.... Whatever it might be lol.
@cristianobatellapinto62342 жыл бұрын
Acho essa uma excelente arma para porte, pois tem um tamanho discreto, 8 disparos e a simplicidade do revólver na hora de muito stress.
@bigvisk11257 жыл бұрын
awesome, is yours not cut for moon clips, harder to carry than strips, but very fast if you can carry them.
@jonhyboy12playsdrum8 жыл бұрын
So I'm a smaller dude. Im not too concerned with printing as i open carry and conceal carry. Im am ultimately concerned with reliability and comfort when carrying. Because I'm a little guy do you think it would be an issue with IWB carry?
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Any wheelie IWB is not going to be the most comfy at all. Especially the 8-shot. I've IWB both the 8-shot and 6-shot and 7-shot. That cylinder is gonna press into ya so... but I tolerated it because it was important for me to carry it. So I just dealt with it. For IWB I found Milt Sparks makes some great wheelie holsters but..... they take forever. Lobo also makes them. I've used VM-2 for 686s and for this Pug Nose Lobo made one for me.
@patrickkohls40418 жыл бұрын
give Andrew leather a call. I had a 1911 holster mabe.. and it looks great. it took about 7 weeks before I got it. but it fits my kimber raptor really good
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
I've been meaning to try him out as I loved those videos that show him working his magic with leather.
@caddilacjim8 жыл бұрын
Good to see you still carry the pug nose.Great video.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Well its coming to a close... stay tuned, LOL
@ryanbatts57047 жыл бұрын
me as a lefty i feel like the revolver is best for me do to the safety switch on most pistols its harder to disengage the safety switch if u are a lefty then it is if your a righty
@eric198758 жыл бұрын
Is a nice little revolver. Cool to see that you still carry it.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Thanks man - but I will be retiring it shortly...however I did order a pocket holster for it (custom) but it won't ship for 3mo!??!? But I wanna see if it can be done, LOL. we'll see.
@eric198758 жыл бұрын
***** You're welcome. I see. LOL.
@Bobstone21318 жыл бұрын
Glad to see your still carrying it.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
its really proven itself over the last 1.5yrs... may not be the "best choice" but I felt confident with it.
@precisionmarksman50848 жыл бұрын
Great gun/video, love revolvers, have a Ruger RedHawk Kodiak .44mag. shoots accurate both single and double action. Should start carrying it in my Mernicle Holster. Still carrying my Glock 29.
@brandonlapine51748 жыл бұрын
Oh wow lol, I def would not want to pocket carry that thing. But that would make a great backup seeing as how long you've been carrying it
@matthewbrown57315 жыл бұрын
Damn over $1000 that sucks.
@bigald60528 жыл бұрын
That's a great idea to carry the pug as a backup to the Wilson
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
I don't know if its possible... but I ordered a custom pocket holster for it but there is a 3mo lead time... so we'll see.
@SingleCoilVoodoo8 жыл бұрын
Dang I wish they would make a slightly smaller version of this gun!!!
@williehenton81542 жыл бұрын
Awesome
@GunCollector0075 жыл бұрын
Thinking of picking one of these up.
@judsongaiden98785 жыл бұрын
two-tone + wood grip = super snazzy
@vicgogan53793 жыл бұрын
Great weapon.😄 How accurate ?
@GunSam7 жыл бұрын
I have the little sister to that J-frame, the 342pd
@juanmanuelmarchioli8 жыл бұрын
The wear marks on the pug tell us a history of be carry for a long time and even look nice... Any thoughts about the 327 Federal?
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
this is true. I know this group of guys at the club and I call them the Gun Jewelry Crew as they seldom carry and they mainly collect high end guns and are so afraid to shoot them!? Its like why bother. Honestly I have no thoughts on the 327 Federal and do not know much about it. A ton of people ask me this but...I honestly do not have any thoughts on it. Maybe I should look into it
@cz1always6088 жыл бұрын
Would love to try one , have gotten to comfortable with my 43 for carry . I tend to be a creature of habit. Not sure if that's a good thing or bad thing
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
If you are comfortable w/the 43 I'd stick to that for sure. Its a good thing!
@alejandrosanchez76738 жыл бұрын
love that gun..how it cost? and great video. I carry Lc9 pro Ruger..for light weight 19 ounces.. is that pug heavy?
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
I forgot but back in 2015 it was like 1150 maybe? 21oz unloaded so for me that is really light considering I carried a Gov't size 1911 for most of my carrying life at 40oz+
@alejandrosanchez76738 жыл бұрын
Nice choice on guns..thanks for reply
@cedricjacobs90303 жыл бұрын
do you carry iwb or owb?
@N988588 жыл бұрын
Yikes... A 327 2 inch on the ankle? Hmmmm, I 'll need to visit that ';-?
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
I know right? If you go back to my unboxing vid - I threw in a part of a Clint Smith DVD where he has it on his ankle. So I guess its doable
@whitesoxbob8 жыл бұрын
Normal wear give it character.
@joseinteriano74263 жыл бұрын
Que buenos videos sigan adelante saludos
@matthewrobinson43238 жыл бұрын
Need some advice please. My edc for the past 2 years is a Smith and Wesson 442. I absolutely love it. But I'm thinking about up sizing to a 6 shot like the model 10 or the Colt Detective Special. Those guns are beyond my finances, so I'm considering a Charter Arms Police Undercover or an Armscor M 206. Thoughts? Advice? Comments?
@SolarEmp1re8 жыл бұрын
My .02 for what it's worth not being snarky just presenting some questions, I personally carry a 638...What is the justification for the change? Is one additional round worth the cost of a new gun even if it's budget friendly? Is recoil or "shootablility" the issue? Would you instead be more comfortable hunting around for a slightly used model 640 (5-shot .357) and loading it with .38s instead? There are a plenty of affordable Model 10 4" police trade ins floating around, have you considered getting one and having the barrel cut down? Have you looked into Ruger's offerings? On a personal note I've only shot a charter once (old school .44 spc bulldog) and it was decent; have heard good things about their current production stuff. As for Armscor I have no personal experience but have heard from a lot of people local and on forums that it's best suited for the tool box while working in the garage and not as a daily carry piece. Same with the Windicator revolvers from EAA.
@matthewrobinson43238 жыл бұрын
+Solar_Empire Thanks for the input. I did see a slightly used 640 at a local gun store. It had been a Michigan State Police Backup gun, with a 2.125" barrel, and I drooled all over it. I couldn't get enough of a trade-in for my M&P45c. As to budget, that is a major issue. I really do like revolvers, and the extra weight for recoil control, plus the additional round are appealing to me. Do I NEED a new gun? No. My 442 airweight is perfectly adequate. I shoot it well. I guess I've just got new gun fever. From what I've seen on KZbin, and read in forums, 5 rounds of .38 Special +P should be more than adequate for any self-defense needs I might possibly encounter.
@dennismichael32578 жыл бұрын
Armscor works flawlessly, mine does....very concealable...hits the targets every time, peace... also, it will handle +p the guy at factory recommended the +p for self defense, not for target practice...
@danr25437 жыл бұрын
Got the Rock Island M206 2" six months ago. Love the balance, the six shot capability, and like the plastic grips that came with it. Have a Smith 638, can't hit shit. Can't miss with the Rock Island: competed in a BUG match and came in solidly in the middle even tho many were shooting full sized autos. GL finding aftermarket grips, Colt detective grips won't quite fit (tried Hogue and pachmyyer). Holster fit is tricky also, as the top strap is beefier than most similar guns. Recoil is soft even with the heaviest loads.
@matthewrobinson43237 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Have you had any problems or malfunctions with it?
@capoisdessaline76828 жыл бұрын
where do I get the strip from? I bought this revolver last month and I love it.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Midway USA: www.midwayusa.com/product/854684/tuff-products-quickstrip-38-special-357-magnum-40-s-and-w-polymer-package-of-2-black A word of warning - when you first get them they will be very stiff to the point you might think they are defective. These things need a break in before they are pliable.
@broskoone3 жыл бұрын
Who’s coming after you?😀2 guns spare ammo for each. Gun fight at the OK coral.
@richardhoepfner16337 жыл бұрын
That thing is almost as ugly as the Chiappa Rhino.
@alfredlear41417 жыл бұрын
Beautiful gun
@Americaacp8 жыл бұрын
Bro been looking to get a revolver for a off duty weapon, what do you think, right now I'm carrying a glock 36
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Hehehehe. I don't know. There use to be a Narcotics Detective from Western MA that I talked to here on YT and he chose the 327 2" as his duty gun. He said it was perfect and on top of it he got some LE discount. He carried it with speed strips I recall. I think he said the only authorized round was Speer Gold Dot 135gr +p 38spl (not even 357mag?) Nothing wrong with that G36 though! I think the Pug will be a lot fatter and the whole manual of arms will change...
@theedgar19597 жыл бұрын
What do you carry now?
@bigjtv66028 жыл бұрын
hey can you do more story time type vids. those are sobering and good info to know
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
I can try...what type of things were you curious about? I had done some "stories" in the past and got some flack from the people that gave me permission to re-enact or re-tell them so I kinda stopped those. I didn't get that...people would demand I remove the video yet they gave me permission to tell their story.
@GunPartsbyTeddy19118 жыл бұрын
Try Andrew Custom Leather.I like his work.
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Everyone keeps saying this, LOL I've been meaning to take a closer look. He's old school in the sense you can't order online...gotta call - sorta like Milt Sparks
@livebyreason8 жыл бұрын
Curious, did Smith cover shipping both ways?
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
yes they did. they emailed me a pre-paid shipping label...and they shipped it back on their dime
@arcocola81837 жыл бұрын
TheOl1911 --did they email you when they got it or do they just fix it & send it back with no contact ?
@ericmccolgan97598 жыл бұрын
I am thinking about getting the 327 for a carry gun,
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
Go for it! I'm actually having a pocket holster made for it, hahaha. And I have a new OWB by Kramer that's gonna ship in 2 or so months?!
@ericmccolgan97598 жыл бұрын
I think I will,i just want to find a couple of good speed loaders that doesn't make noise lol
@BoboEverest8 жыл бұрын
Is S&W 327 bigger than Colt Detective Special?
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
I believe yes - N-frame is pretty big.
@BoboEverest8 жыл бұрын
Yes, you are right. CDS is between S&W K and J frame by Wikipedia, but I always doubt in their data.
@jkickinutube8 жыл бұрын
Here is some cheapies for the 327 Pug. www.craftholsters.com/smith-wesson-model-327-ankle-holsters
@TheOl19118 жыл бұрын
thanks will chk them out but not sure how practical it would be to carry it on the ankle - I guess if Clint Smith can do it well it can be done, LOL
@jafaralsandook26335 жыл бұрын
How much dose cost in $
@photographyinflight4183 Жыл бұрын
Dose around 50ml every 4 hours. Hope this helps.
@villagecarpenter22668 жыл бұрын
SIG 1911 "Night Mare" Carry?
@vicgogan53793 жыл бұрын
MINI THAT 1911A1 to a Flawless 1911 Action PROVEN PERFORMER very compact (SIG P938) extended clip 7 shot ➕ One in tube. 9MM ; 124 grain Federal Defence Round Jacketed Hollow Point 🌿 USE SP101 as main carry with Remington .357 158gr.jacket hollow point...VERY EFFECTIVE AND ACCURATE...my SIGP938 as back up and my TWO OLD POUCH 45 ACP BELT LOOP....Carries (4) SIGP938. 9mm CLIPs Plus so much lighter. Very Happy 😊 Camper.
@thebes565 жыл бұрын
By a gun and not carry?...
@darrinrussell90215 жыл бұрын
GET MOON CLIPS FOR THIS GUN
@chicagomike66667 жыл бұрын
I like those grips...ahrends?
@TheOl19117 жыл бұрын
yup, concealable boot
@firewire89128 жыл бұрын
Nice gun but pug nose is worthless in 357
@arcocola81837 жыл бұрын
John Wires --bullshit
@gruntspy444 жыл бұрын
I just hate the 2 tone look... reminds me of my cap gun as a kid
@dattape28287 жыл бұрын
barrel too short. ugly. no sale
@tekxmcfly6159 Жыл бұрын
Cylinder erosion from anything but shooting Gold Dots? Sounds like a piece of shit. If a firearm needs to be fed only specific rounds..it shouldnt be released for purchase.