What Gun and Ammo I Carry and How Gunfights are WON

I get asked the question quite a bit of what ammo is "the best" in different calibers/barrel lengths etc, but often I am asked "What gun do you carry, and what loads?". In this video I will address this question, but I will also share a story from a 2010 article from Guns & Ammo where a study was done on what really happens in a gunfight (and who are the winners typically). Always appreciative of any channel help :) www.patreon.co...

[@GunSam]

At 22:35 I meant to say "In this .357" instead of "In this .327".

[@joemorganeatmyshortschannel]

great video i think the guy that knows his gun and ammo and knows his enviroment and they are ready first but calm is going to win when you get worked up you make mistakes ive learned carrying a gun be mellow and relaxed because you never know when things gonna happen being alert and aware is best way to stay alive

[@freedomfirst5420]

Knew what you meant.

[@denniscraig6022]

I have really never paid much attention to the 327 . I see now that I was mistaken ! Good presentation thanks

[@cruzwestin4261]

i know Im randomly asking but does any of you know of a way to log back into an Instagram account..? I was stupid lost the login password. I would appreciate any help you can offer me!

[@andersonfinnegan8995]

@Cruz Westin Instablaster ;)

[@Southernguitar74]

No matter what we carry, our mindset is most important. The willingness to fight back, and fight back viciously, without hesitation is vital. Still, the best way to win is to avoid fights at all costs.

[@brianwilson4861]

That's exactly why I carry a 24 Oz framing hammer in addition to my 45 auto. You haven't seen vicious until you bury the claws of an Estwing hammer into your assailants forehead, handle deep. They all know you mean business. And I agree - no hesitation. As soon as you're pretty sure that they are there to do you harm, you don't say a word. BAM! Hammer to the forehead.

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

Agreed wholeheartedly. I used to be bad to fistfight and carry on in other stupid ways (drinking too much/too often/in the wrong places, pool hustling, general ne’erdowell stuff), but haven’t in like 15 years and sure hope I never have to again. There’s almost ALWAYS a way to avoid a fight. Most people don’t really want one and won’t take much convincing to just let you leave and forget it. You never know who you’re messing with. You might get shot, beaten to death, or get your guts cut out. There’s also no reason to make the world an even shittier place by making trouble that’s not necessary.

[@LarryeWhite61]

@@brianwilson4861 you've seen "The Punisher" 1 too many times.

[@chapllc722]

@@brianwilson4861 lol, even if you delete it now, that post is going to bite you in the ass so hard if you ever end up in court over self defense. You can pretty much guarantee yourself a one way ticket to state prison when a jury sees that.

[@mmabagain]

L.E. White: I know, right?

[@jackpierce9355]

I am 70 years old,old school guy.It good to see a young guy talk so senceable.I carry a smith and wesson model 15 and a webley mk 4 in 38sw.I think the man behind the gun and shot placement is the most important! Than you really enjoyed the video.

[@GunSam]

Thanks for watching! My parents are both 70.

[@garymarson7170]

@@GunSam I'm almost 70 and don't feel old !!! Have many revolvers in all calibers and would feel very secure with a 6 or 8 shot revolver.

[@nathanlambshead4778]

Back in 78 I was issued a Webley Mkiv in 38 SW when I was an armored truck driver in South Africa. Nothing fancy about the gun, but it functioned fine, even after WWII use and abuse.

[@mitubogoogle]

I had no idea you had that realistic self defender side.... This is the most down-to-earth, smart, well thought, no-nonsense approach to self defense I've seen among the hundreds of super tactical/appendix carry/red dot/hybrid holster/super hi-capacity auto-loaders on ++++P ammo.... *EXCELLENT* 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@GunSam]

Thanks!

[@glenmo1]

I read in a gun magazine years ago that back in the 1980s during the good old revolver days the NYPD got a new firearms trainer.. he did two things.. he increased the amount of time the officers trained at the range... And he taught them a method of point shooting for closer ranges using just the FRONT SIGHT... Using the front sight was much more accurate than simply point shooting using no sites.. the NYPD went on to produce a fantastic record on rarely ever losing a gunfight with the bad guys

[@oldcop18]

All three of my gunfights were w/my issued revolver. Two were at night, before night sights and VERY fast so I had no time to look at my sights. The last one was in the lobby of a hotel and I took three aimed shots at a hostage taker from just over arm’s length distance. I guess I was the winner b/c I’ve been retired since 1997 and am enjoying my grandkids. I also pocket carry a stock 340PD (no laser sights) w/my LCP filling in as my needs dictate.

[@GunSam]

Thanks for the story of your experience!

[@durango8882]

👏🏻👍🏻

[@oldcop18]

@@GunSam I have health issues, back & hip, that drive my EDC habits too Sam. Pocket carry is my best option w/the lightest gun available making the $900 I paid for the 340PD well worth it. Shoulder holsters are a PIA, belt carry is painful & ankle holsters make my gun almost unaccessible b/c I hobble along on a cane.

[@jmgonzales7701]

dont you think revolvers are obsolete?

[@philphlegm2549]

@@jmgonzales7701 absolutely not

[@sosuapimp8449]

Great video Sam,I'm a retired NYC Correction Officer,situational awareness is everything. I can spot trouble from a mile away. Always look at a perps hands also. I carry a Glock 48 in winter and a ruger sp101 in the summer.

[@GunSam]

Thank you.

[@hulado]

punks will often try to distract you. what time is it etc. never look away. try to maintain distance. if you cant why not? look for the knife or sucker punch. if your too close you will never see it coming.

[@boogitybear2283]

NYC is going to the Toilet! As long as they vote for Democrats, just like Chicago, it’s done. 2021 election will make a huge difference. Get it right this time NYC!

[@paganpoetprophet6441]

Good and very true sir

[@SuperSneakySteve]

Tell Ruger to make a 3" LCR in 327 and I'll be first in line.

[@rockjohnson2879]

Hope you can find ammo

[@babyblue8214]

I'd be happy with a 6 shot .38+p

[@looseballs1966]

@@babyblue8214 Buy a Kimber K6s in 357 feed it 38+p and never look back brother

[@cjt1982]

I'm thinking about the Taurus 856 Defender myself.

[@bighomie6283]

Ruger makes a 3 inch 327 Federal magnum in the SP101 model

[@randallkelley3599]

Dave Spaulding has written several studies on shootings with police. His work is informative and more than well done. Very good source. I attended a lecture he was part of about 20 years ago, learned a lot.

[@search4truth616]

Always informative and thought provoking. I'm a Revolver convert. Be safe, be well. S4T

[@GunSam]

Thanks for watching!

[@ftdefiance1]

A thought about the discrepancy between Indiana's observation and the FBI'S. Extreme close range favors the attacker. Officers are more likely to be checking an ID or attempting a handcuffing.

[@LionquestFitness]

"STOP! I'm a CONCEALED CARRIER!" I don't think so. Just plain STOP or GET BACK. Most bad guys would laugh at the concealed carrier part and think they were dealing with a victim who was a mark for themselves. Besides, it wastes precious time. BTW, I used to read Dave Spaulding back in my L.E. days. He has some very good tactical videos on KZbin from when he was working for Ruger.

[@GunSam]

Thanks for chiming in!

[@tylermorrison7051]

I seem to recall there was an law-abiding citizen who drew his gun while trying to evacuate people from the El Paso Wal-Mart. I'm not sure if he announced his conceal and carry status to any of the patrons around him, but probably not a bad idea in that circumstance. Maybe? Announcing said status to an approaching assailant? Nope.

[@ryancawdor8083]

Fellow younger (relative...) revolver enthusiast here.. I especially appreciate the duty size barrel ammo tests and I prefer the 3 and 4 inch K-frame and like sized guns. I sometimes have to carry one on a revolver only security post and actually enjoy doing so. Boggles all the tacticool kids on the range I can shoot better scores and reload faster than some of them can with autos when using my Model 64.

[@GunSam]

My sister has a 64, shot it a few times. Really a plain jane but perfect revolver.

[@CaptVanO]

Gave my daughter my model 64. She can keep all six in a three inch group at 30 feet double action rapid fire. Of course, she learned from her veteran Dad!!

[@CeltKnight]

Just like I teach my Jujutsu students, situational awareness is the first layer of a prepared self-defense. Situational Awareness, Mindset, Familiar Equipment, Practice, Practice, Practice.

[@Billfish57]

4 minutes of information spread over 26 minutes. Focusing so much attention on powder and cases and barrels for selfdefense is such a waste of time compared to training with handguns and getting your head right for a street fight in your car or home. I like a 357 Sig with 65 grain ammo running at 2100 fps for super low recoil and massive energy myself, but the important thing is the training by far. I like this guy doing his comparison videos but this video was not his best work.

[@terryatherton2881]

I hope Ruger will have these available again.

[@tyroneleak637]

Experience has taught me the keys to doing consistent physical damage to the upper torso of a human being 9 mm compact high capacity with deep penetrating bullets that are well placed. Other than that cross your fingers🙏

[@tubero37]

Sometimes i carry my j frame in a pocket holster like you, a Desantis nemesis. I only do it when I have big pockets, but to avoid pulling the holster out, I press the gun slightly against my leg as I draw. This creates the friction necessary forthe tackiness of the holster to do the job It was designed for. This also works for jackets with big front pockets.

[@carloparisi9945]

Hi Sam, I have a theory about the reason why revolver shooters were the ones that saw their sights: a semiauto is al L shaped box and typically points low or level, due to grip angle, also, on many the trigger is shorter and takes less time to pull. The front sights has to be brought up or is already level and you have a short pull and less time to see it, also, the shape of the gun doesn't help finding it. A revolver comes up front sight first, because of grip angle, so you see it over the gun and bring it down, also, the gun is shaped like a hand pointing a finger, with a very discenrible barrel that you can index. The trigger is long and gives you a fraction of a second more to see those sights.

[@digschopper9321]

Youve explained what i always somehow knew. Thats it!

[@erolkavlakverizon6112]

I have a snubby 6 shot 32 S&W long..very accurate but it's not a .327 mag.. still hunting one..

[@selfresponder6043]

I have started carrying my 6 shot S&W Long S&W 31-1 2", had been carrying my Glock 42 most of the time.

[@k_enn]

One of the best defensive shooters in law enforcement was Jacob "Jelly" Bryce from Oklahoma. He practiced sufficiently that in close range (in the same room or similar distance) he could hit center of mass on a person without using any sights. He attributed his being alive to that skill on several occasions.

[@OldTimeRevolver]

Absolutely agree Sam, My primary is a pocket carry LCR .38 special +P and backup with a LCP .380. Like you, I use the same grip and am confident I can hit my targets from defensive distances.

[@aiyahuntacheimumbi236]

The reason I believe the 9mm penetrated further is because the wood was braced flat against the water jugs. Energy was used to slide and move the wood for the following 2 shots. It's like when Foreman's trainer held the Heavybag still for him the energy of his punch put holes in the bag, but when no one was holding it, it would swing around the room or up to the ceiling instead of deforming.

[@dangerousfreedom4965]

I wish that Ruger could take moon clips

[@jasonvoorhees2701]

Gun fights are won by not getting shot ..invest in body armor my friends

[@dangerousfreedom4965]

What state are you in? Great vids, Thank you 🙏!

[@crusiethmaximuss]

Wow, I love this presentation! Well done! And now I want a pocket carry .327 now.

[@GunSam]

Thanks!

[@Crazypitbull16]

​@Gun Sam _Revolver Aficionado_ Makes me regret getting the lcr 22lr I just got lol shoot!

[@jameslarsen3184]

Good choice Sam, same gun for edc for me.

[@GunSam]

Thanks.

[@bowman321123]

Glad to see your EDC of choice, my LCR in .38 is mine, easy to carry, no jams.

[@danoneill2846]

When I hear you say how good 38 & 327 snubs are , I agree on almost all points . I always think you are talking about 44 Special , for all the same reasons . For deep cover I would carry a Charter Arms 44 Sp. 5 shot . I would like , the same gun in 38 >> Stainless , shrouded hammer with a nub .

[@steveo85]

Great video and channel. Bravo. I’ve carried a 642 for years but have been interested in the 327 recently. Looks like they will be sold out for the foreseeable future now thanks to this video. Damn lol

[@GunSam]

Thank you.

[@watcher01a17]

Buffalo Bore has plenty of it in stock.

[@robaldridge6505]

'most revolvers have red ramps' ???? really ?? 'most' or a few??? NONE of mine do

[@GunSam]

That's weird.

[@elsullo2]

Man, you EXPLAINED HANDGUN BALLISICS! Size of case means different pressures, and weight of bullet means different velocities, yielding delivered power! So a smaller and lighter bullet can hit as hard as a larger one, with better expansion! I already pocket carry a .32 H&R Magnum 3" snubby, but lately I have been thinking I need a Ruger 57 for the velocity and shootabillity/lack of overpenetration. But hey, the .327 Federal ALREADY delivers that in a much smaller package, and more reliably too! By the way, you mentioned the confusion that three-dot sights can produce: I paint a "white outline sight" over all of my rear dots (with typewriter correction fluid!) and paint the whole front sight tip florescent orange---just drop the ball into the cup, and it is fast and plain instinctive, not requiring any fine focus. Thanks for a very useful vid!..............................elsullo

[@squatchwatch5237]

I've always enjoyed 3 dot sites BUT I could see getting em mixed up. My preferred sight system is the Idot from ameriglo, just place one dot on top of other

[@curanderoverde]

If I could have a choice of one revolver I'd go for the Taurus 942 22lr ultralight

[@selfresponder6043]

I concur

[@badguybuster]

I had an NCO in the Army who had been in quite a few gunfights. He threw out all the standard training crap and taught us how to shoot instinctively and reactively. Most of our shooting was done with the firearm (Beretta 92s) held close to the body or from retention positions without using sights. It translated well to my LEO career

[@weirdshibainu]

The .327 Federal Magnum is an often overlooked caliber. It's perfect for a snub nose.

[@davidkiser5250]

Dang-might have to take a second (and LONGER) look at the .327! Good video. Been armed for 40+ years and coming back around to SOME revolvers.

[@tackhammer222]

Your an excellent shot and quite the motivation where I'd like be. Thanks for your videos!

[@grizz474]

Here's your next test Sam. The most powerful 9mm 124 gr+++++p+++++😄(or whatever it is) out of a 3.5 inch gun vs the most powerful 327 mag outta the snubby. Both expanding rounds of the self defense flavor.....not hard cast critter getters. The testing should be done in your 4 Layer Denim Bologna Pack Sternum Simulated Water Jug Test. I think most people that carry revolvers carry snubbies for self defense, for the rest of us :) .... 3 to 4 inch semi autos. Again good shooting and any one of these calibers would do the trick.

[@voxfan7403]

Free recoil energy generated by the Ruger LCR (per genitron.com): • .327 Federal Magnum with a 100-gr bullet at a muzzle velocity of 1,299 ft/s for 375 ft•lb of kinetic energy at the muzzle - 10.09 ft•lb of free recoil energy; • .38 Special +P with a 125-gr bullet at a muzzle velocity of 853 ft/s for 202 ft•lb of kinetic energy at the muzzle - 7.17 ft•lb of free recoil energy; and, • 9 Luger with 124-gr bullet at a muzzle velocity of 1,020 ft/s for 287 ft•lb of kinetic energy at the muzzle - 6.55 ft•lb of free recoil energy. Relative felt recoils will be directly proportional to the above calculated free recoils, because the three calibers are being fired from the same revolver frame.

[@theepicgamerultimate4831]

Like you I mostly carry a 38 special. I'm also sick and tired of hearing about 9mm with it's high tech ammo. I suspect most people have FMJ ammo in abundance, how about a service size pistol test comparing ball ammo (FMJ) between the 9mm, 40 S&W and the 45acp.

[@techsun9581]

Great video...I too prefer revolvers, I think hands-down they are the better handgun design for any defensive situation other than a tactical/combat scenario (that is where the auto-loader's only major advantage IMO, capacity, shines). Question...where did you find .38 Long Colt ammo? I have been curious to get a hold of some to try out in my RIA .38 Special but have never seen it except as a "discontinued item" on some remote web sites...thx and keep the videos coming 👍

[@mitubogoogle]

Great point: one grip only on auto-pilot for people who carry both revolvers and auto-loaders...

[@johnelder4273]

If you have good "situational awareness" aka pay attention to your surroundings you are far more likely to react to the threat at 20 feet or more vrs 10 feet. Personally, I pocket carry a J-frame .38 special or .357 magnum but carry a second gun, typically a .380 LCP, in my other pocket in case there is no time to reload. If I feel the need I will carry a Glock 27 in my right pocket and a G-22 mag on my belt, but still the .380 in the left. Edit: the .327 magnum is a great little gun/round, I would carry one without hesitation.

[@scottroder5516]

Hey Sam, I am wondering if you have an opinion on the Taurus 692 revolver. I am thinking of the ported 3 inch model but might go for a longer barrel. It shoots .38, .357 and comes with 9mm cylinder Or your thoughts on Taurus revolvers in general if you never shot the 692.

[@MikeJones-im7ki]

I carry a 357 Magnum I only have six shots but I can't get them with that it's useless but I'm paralyzed on the right side and it's a disability but it's like

[@waynefelton6413]

GREAT video Sam AND explaining is easy terms to understand for the 'non-gunsmiths' with the ammo dynamics. 'Thank You' so much!

[@tmac709]

No complaint from me in what you carry with whatever ammo. It's whatever works for you.

[@buddditchendorf1847]

Your loads seem smoky. What were you using? I just started reloading my snub .32 and getting smoky results. Just figured my choice of powder was poor. I shot up all my factory ammo and have nothing to compare to and can’t recall it being as bad as this. I would say my results look the same as this on your video.

[@shwesq]

Is the low pressure of the old black powder cartridges the reason why most of the old "cowboy guns" have longer barrels than your typical modern double action .357 magnum?

[@joebom1981]

I carry a new Colt King Cobra 357 magnum "3inch loaded with remington 125 grain semi jhp got 4 zeta 6 speed loaders in pocket & a outbag usa 3 inch holster iwb& owb

[@Patriotx-gx4ce]

Gun fights are won, by countless hours of training both mind and body. Being proficient in your skills, aware of your surroundings at all times. Being vigilant yet empty mind,no emotion. Cold as ice yet full of rage ready to destroy who ever threatens you. Activating the kill switch and knowing you are capable but yet holding back till the last moment when all else fails.

[@lorenzovillegas2457]

It’s not about the caliber as much as it is about point of impact with chosen caliber. It’s all about the load with the intended target however… if you know your target you know your appropriate caliber. Next is to match the caliber with competency of the shooter. If your playing with bad kids you better practice with the largest caliber and appropriate platform that you can handle. This will take time and $$$ Complacency has probably killed more people than any enemy you can name.

[@zachb.6606]

Hackathorn sights! AmeriGlo makes them for Glocks if you want a similar sight picture that you describe @2:30.

[@dwightbernheimer331]

Going on 80 years old been training that way for years lots of the so-called experts laugh their asses off. I asked them if they can do it, all of a sudden there's not much laughing... 'Nuff said!!!...

[@overdfl5398]

327 Fed LCR is my EDC and I pocket carry daily. It's easy to carry and has plenty of power (with 6 rds on board vs a 5 shot J frame). Even if I carry a bigger gun, I still have the LCR for a backup (or primary if needed). The down side used to be that 327 Federal ammo was expensive and hard to find. With the current ammo situation, I'm still able to find 327 on the shelves at my local gun stores. Prices remain in the $30/50 range ammo and $24/20 defense ammo. The last 9mm, 38 spl, or 357 mag I found were running $30+/50 for range ammo and $40+/20 for defense ammo. I haven't seen any 9, 38, or 357 on the shelves for quite some time. The added benefit is that you can also use 32 S&W, 32 Long, 32 H&R Mag if needed. I have also fired 32 ACP in mine, it is not recommended but possible. Finding one of these now is next to impossible. When I bought mine pre Chinese virus it took me 6 months to find one. I havent seen one available since the pandemic started.

[@327Federal]

327 Federal Magnum is the best cartridge for any short barrel revolver. Everybody I know wants one but manufacturers aren’t building them fast enough to keep up with demand.

[@Predalien195]

Because historically the demand doesn't exist. Ruger started it off, S&W, Taurus, and Charter Arms all followed suit but just like .32 H&R Magnum people were not interested. All the revolver guys were all saying ".357 is more powerful! Why bother?" ignoring that .327 was purpose built for short barrels. And while it's capable of going toe to toe with .357 in longer barrels there is no debate the .357 has more potential there. Then some people tested it out and said it didn't live up to expectations and etc. So, the guns just sat there on the shelves and never went anywhere. The Charter Arms guns had such bad QC at the time that some guns were blowing up and etc. So this gave the cartridge a bad rep as a hand grenade waiting to happen. SP101's are known sometimes to not have chambers properly reamed from the factory and thus cases get stuck when trying to eject. And this also hurts it's reputation. Lastly... ammunition. You're stuck with Federal, reloading your own, or buying some small time reloading operations ammo. I love the cartridge and the guns but I can see why it hasn't taken off that much yet. If more companies would start making ammo for it but until that happens it won't really take off.

[@327Federal]

@@Predalien195 Agreed there is not enough manufacturer support. People want Guns chambered in 327 Fed Mag and there just is not enough support.

[@johnclifton218]

Good one Sam this no BS video is why I subscribed to your channel. Inch obliged for sharing your knowledge.

[@pkjdm]

I carry either a 357 mag taurus 66 4 inch barrel with 158 SJHP from magtech or a glock 17 with 115 +p+ bonded from magtech, my duty gun is a Taurus pt 100 loaded with 155 Bonded by magtech, in Brasil we mainly have only magtech ammo for "choice"....

[@jordanlee9246]

I love 327. I had an SP101 but need to switch to LCR. I agree that is the gun to use. I remember the Gold Dot had some kick in the sp101. How does it feel in the smaller lighter LCR? I imagine the tamer grip helps.

[@GunSam]

Honestly I don't remember much for recoil with the Gold Dot. I would say, if you shoot a really hot .38+P in a S&W airlite, this is about what the Gold Dot .327 is like in the LCR. No matter how you describe it, it's way less than .357 Magnum recoil.

[@Rossski]

Why do you want to switch from the sp101? Just for size/weight reasons?

[@jordanlee9246]

@@Rossski Exactly that. Size. The SP101 didn’t have the right grip for my concealment needs (they were all pretty chunky). Only the LCR has that tamer grip. And it’s a smaller gun overall.

[@BA-hk3ct]

I think the dynamics of a officer involved shooting are much different than a citizen involved shooting. I would bet that citizen involved shootings occur much more close up as the situation is more likely to be a ambush or surprise whereas a police officer is most likely responding to a call

[@bobwallace9814]

If you stand and simply point at target with your index finger, it will naturally go directly to center every time. Aiming a handgun is the same exercise. The barrel is your index finger. You need no sights nor your other hand to hit center. It is all hand eye coordination. I see folks practicing only with a square stance, feet apart, two hands, hold breath and close an eye. Great in target shooting for dollars with friends but these folks will fail miserably in a real life situation.

[@daleweller5193]

Miami Dale shoot out shows theFBI isn’t hitting at 18%. And somehow they thought a majic bull it would help.

[@ejsocci2630]

I enjoy videos and the way you explaining was great ,I am the same 95 % of the time when I carry,

[@8d4o0c4]

Glad to see some love for the .327 Fed Mag. Great round, with the added bonus of being able to practice with .32 H&R Mag or .32 SW Long.

[@Johnny-jr2lq]

20 foot is kinda far in the way of self defense. I’m not saying I don’t agree I just paced it out. And it’s a fairly decent distance between two individuals.

[@hamlinhobbyist7507]

I'd be scared to take the first shot, legally. ...but as they say " judged by 12 , buried by" ......

[@jimmywarren6685]

The only part of the argument that you forgot to mention....the 9mm auto is much easier to shoot accurately for most people than the snubnosed revolver...and that makes a difference.

[@MichaelWilliams-nu6lv]

Another issue about shooting is that those who do shoot well at the range is not training their minds for battle ♦️ When we would place these shooters at our facility to hit a few targets within a few seconds ; these shooters who are good be placing their hits all over the target or missing the target ♦️ Real life situations is far different than at the ( Range ) creating dime size hits ♦️ We would train the mind of the people we were helping and there is a long direct process of doing this which doesn't including shooting a firearm 🔫🔫 There are many gun owners walking around who hasn't solved the issue of finding the right pant belt to wear 😉

[@PaulSter]

Always enjoy your level-headed and logical approach to shooting in general. So many folks just push forward their personal preferences as fact and refuse to consider anything other than what THEY do. It just isn't possible to have the strongest round, the most rounds, the most accurate, the most accurate for YOU, the best to carry, and on and on, all rolled-up into one firearm. So, we have to make compromises and keep our minds open to things that may differ from what our family, friends, heroes, etc., do. Me - I like heavy metal objects, I like tradition, beauty, and function. Unsurprisingly to my wife and friends, my favorites in my collection are my revolvers, 1911, Browning 12ga and Henry Golden Boy w/ real and actual wood.

[@johnperkins7857]

Wear tactical pants and medium size hamerless pistols and revolvers work well from inside the pocket.

[@paganpoetprophet6441]

Avoid but stand your ground , control that adrenaline, be faster more accurate than the other guy ,know your target ,rest is muscle memory , so practice practice practice traintraintrain

[@GregoryBrown6283]

Hey Sam. Another great video my friend. I have to ask… what type of holster are you using? Have a great day

[@marco529]

I carry my CZ 52 using 85gr Privi JHP.

[@hulado]

they are thin and deadly. was thinking that a 7.62x25 rimmed might make a good revolver round. i wonder how it would compare with 327 federal?

[@Mark-jr7ux]

On your carry load what weight bullet and shape in Bufflo boro?

[@KW86.]

Alabama pocket hosters for 327 mag ruger, check on this.

[@jamesshaw89]

Really enjoyed this video. I like how you follow up your info and show practical shooting other regular people might be able to do.

[@Clarc115]

You make a good case for the snubbie. Where can you get 38 special ammo now?

[@arby2348]

You're missing the whole point. It's all about shooting steel plates! 🙂

[@johnnymccann5607]

I enjoyed the video greatly, I have been a instinct shooter many years and highly recommend and encouraging it , like you I prefer pocket carrying , i make own holsters to fit my needs , thinking the other day about pocket holsters and in this video I noticed your holster coming out hitting the ground, that's not good ,I will make mine to not show the outline on pants and extend out of pocket to the belt with loops on top for belt to go through and cure that problem , plus the holster will be square to look like a cell phone in a case in my pocket and most of the time I leave my shirt tails out any way and that will hide the part of the holster from the top of pocket to the belt , and a great portion of the front pocket , as anyone can see with my papa belly it's near impossible to keep my shirt tails in any way , in my 62 years of life I never have been asked by law enforcement officers to pull up my shirt, nanna and papa wishing you well,

[@truthseeker1833]

If you shoot with both eyes open blacked out rear sights aren't important and rear night sights are good

[@Ivakin81]

I think a Glock 33 with Underwood ammo beats both of these pistols.

[@revearpthepackinpreacher8422]

Great video. I enjoyed it and appreciate the thorough information. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. I wanted to ask what you think of the Kimber K6s? I got one a few months ago and I really like it.

[@tylermorrison7051]

I've looked at some used K6S revolvers. 700 bucks. Can't swing it right now.

[@GunSam]

Thanks, I do not have any personal experience with one so I really can't comment.

[@ronniehahn1885]

Ruger LCR is a up and coming weapon no doubt about it! Neva shot the 327 round the ballistics are impressive. What a old timer taught me is train your hand to follow your eye. For me a instinctive shot works. I try to train about 30% in not using sights but let my hand point to my eyes destination. I am not Clint Eastwood but works for me. I think the point in self defense is a hard hitting round not blowing a hole threw him. I think that's why a 158g in 38 special was carried so much. A big slug hitting so hard rather than a clean fast little projectile going plumb through the man so fast. Same as with the 45acp the shock factor upon hitting its destination.

[@orosales7021]

Man alot of great stuff in this one 👏. Now if I can only find an lcr in .327... been searching for two months.

[@MrPlecemanvpd]

Shot placement along with adequate penetration is King.

[@AndyPhelps-BOG]

hey man love your channel been watching for awhile i also have the ruger lcr 327 there are some badass pocket holster they are called boraii pocket holsters they are pretty cheap too but work great

[@red9man2130]

Sam I WISH Ruger made the LCR with a THREE INCH Barrel. I carry either a Rossi model 89 .32 Smith and Wesson Long with wadcutters or a Smith model 30 3 inch in same Caliber. On occasion I will load a back up HKS Speedloader with .32 New Police Sellier and Bellot Flat nose lead because using wadcutters with the speed loader is much harder to line up with the chambers. I KNOW many criticize my use of .32 S&W Long but I believe it is a much under rated Cartridge as indeed YOUR Tests have shown. I also carry a Kel-tec P32 with FMJ 71 grain ball.

[@Gieszkanne]

Charter arms make a 3 inch 7 shot in .32 H&R

[@Jason-bd5iq]

Pretty good grouping with the LCR, impressive considering the trigger and size.

[@chucknicholson7647]

I can get 1,050 ft per second out of my Ruger LCR 38+P snub revolver using the Hornady 110 grain FTX +P ammo and I think that should do as well if not better than the 90 grain +P 327 magnum snub moving around the same speed because you have a little more grains moving just as fast!

[@GunSam]

That ammo don't move that fast. I have chronographed critical defense 110+P and it's like 900 FPS in a snub.

[@jasonbuck489]

I'll be damned... That's what I carry too!...

[@000one]

Love how you think. Another great vid. Thanks

[@kendpruitt]

How many guns are chambered in 327?

[@johnshields9110]

Gun Sam, that is some fine revolver shooting! The one problem you had with the catch in the draw from your pocket is what I always fear. Good job for you to show it, and continue with the draw and fire.

[@owenthomas9863]

what's the difference in muzzle blast at night?

[@kipperwhite2976]

Ur Logic is Rite On TY so many over complicate pistol shooting !

[@howardschwartz1462]

So, previously you carried 32 h&r magnum. Now what is your preferred round based on recoil and other factors. 327 federal magnum or 32h&r magnum

[@GunSam]

I basically only carry .327 Federal Magnum. I had some Buffalo Bore .32 H&R Mag+P in it as one point as it was identical to their .327 Federal Mag load, same 100 gr XTP at the same velocity. I never truly carried a .32 H&R as that H&R+P was a .327 in an .32 H&R case basically. I prefer a light loaded .327 Mag like the Buffalo Bore 100 gr XTP.

[@GARYMANDIEVAN]

With that grouping you will be ok for sure , great shooting

[@GunSam]

A hit with a .22 is better than a miss with a .45! But yesterday I shot some low recoil .45 auto 160 gr at just 900 FPS that shot as good at this .327.

[@wendyvic4046]

Love your videos. I have my "students" watch your videos to reinforce what I'm trying to teach them. Interesting that you and I both lean towards a small revolver for EDC. Well, I also carry an Officer's 1911 at the same time, and train with both. But your "philosophy" on muscle memory training is similar to mine; I tell them "you will fight the way you train". It's pretty much like any other Martial Art, because face it, it is a Martial Art. Anyway, thanks for taking the time to put these videos up. We really appreciate it. Now, if I can just find me an LCR in .327...

[@stephen8433]

Is the Ruger LCR in .327 still in production?

[@danielaramburo7648]

Mindset and skill is way more important than gun type. If you practice constantly and easily drop head shots without miss..... his 22 lr pistol is deadlier than the amateur with a FN57 who doesn’t practice.

[@pecosjane]

We’ve had two “shoot outs” at our local mall in the last month. One of them - allegedly - was over a love triangle. Multiple guns and multiple shots fired, both times. ZERO hits. Apparently those boys didn’t have a river bank in their back yard for ‘muscle memory’ practice.

[@danielaramburo7648]

@@pecosjane and probably shot sideways instead of proper sight alignment and trigger squeeze.