Why I carry a Revolver S&W Custom 360 PD Part 1

The first part of a discussion on why I carry a revolver which is a Smith & Wesson Custom 360 PD done by Lester Knipe
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[@erictalkington5674]

I was born in 1981, revolvers were still big. Started shooting at 8 yrs old with my pops. After passionately hating revolvers most of my life, I have fallen in love with them in the last few years. Now, I only own 3 autos and 9 revolvers with #10 on the way on layaway. 7 are old school Smiths and one of those is a Colt. 2 Taurus 357s and a single action 1873 style 45lc. Love them!

[@GunSam]

I like my 342PD. 10.8 oz and no matter what new gun I buy, I keep going back to the 342. It's so convenient.

[@tonyredhawk]

Same here brother. And I found out that the Hogue Centennial/Body Guard grip works on it. I'm gonna make that change so the trigger guard does not beat my finger up as much with "warm" stuff in it. Good Shooting Mate.

[@AdventuresofmalibuandDad]

Amen. I’ve been a law enforcement officer for 37 years. Carry your gun. There’s no safe place anymore. Be prepared to defend yourself. Great video.❤

[@ericsierra-franco7802]

I have never carried a full size pistol much. I would carry a SIG 220 from time to time but it's just too big. I most often carried a Kahr MK40 which I carried in a pocket holster. Excellent accurate little pistol...however if I didn't lock my wrist while shooting I could get jams from limpwristing. I completely support the idea of carrying a snubby revolver for the reasons you've listed as well as the fact that it elimnates misfires from limp writing and if necessary one can fire from inside a jacket or coat pocket with a small revolver. Revolvers still have their place and are still relevant.

[@9HPodcast]

As someone who has shot A LOT of semi auto, competed at a high level etc. it's hard for me to like the idea of the revolver, but all your points are very true, especially related to caliber and training - very well stated sir - stumbled across your channel as I've been getting into collecting/searching for kwaiken style blades and can't believe I didnt find it sooner. Very cool stuff - like the BF posts as well.

[@JParanee1]

Thank you I'm a 1911 guy at heart but I never feel under gunned in my day to day life with well tuned revolver :)

[@JParanee1]

@jeff lockaby Ben Tendick Kraken

[@ParasidicGeneration]

usually i carry a ruger sr9 with 17+1 but lately iv been carrying a taurus model 85 .38 special with two extra speed loaders and i love it i know when i pull that trigger it will go bang

[@Zack-fu8sn]

I have a m&p 360 also, was looking into getting the new lcp max and I think you've talked me out of it - I'm going to save my money and buy an extra holster for the m&p 360

[@thorman944]

sell that m&p 360... they suck. I will be a super nice guy and trade you whatever LCP max variant that you want for it. I will add $300 to the trade if it is a 3" model vs the more popular 2" model. I work for 2 FFLs so I can make it work. Seriously, the M&P 360 is a great gun and a awesome carry gun.

[@edha4827]

Mr.Paranee, this is the first video of yours that I've seen, and am subscribing because our stories are so similar. I used to carry semi-auto, but decided I won't bet my life on whether I can clear a malfunction in time. I just bought a 340PD, the weight and size of which has allowed me to achieve my goal of ALWAYS carrying.

[@wildyracing1]

I can not agree more! Own a Ruger GP-100 that I carry only while hunting and use on the range, also own a Ruger SR1911 Commander that was my carry gun in town. As you said, it pulls my pants down, my waist hurts from so many hours carrying it each day there. Also, it is hard to conceal and it snags in my clothes. One of the reasons I went with Commander model instead of the Government one is for easier carry, which it is. But still, a 1911 is a hell of a pistol. I would always pick it up from any semi-auto, but not for every day. So, I ended up carrying S&W 337 in .38 special. It is the lightest S&W in this caliber ever. Most of the time, I forget that I'm actually carrying it. IWB, OWB, in my pocket, it doesn't make a difference - very easy, light and concealable gun to use. 38 is not 357, but with the right ammo it still packs a punch. So, one more like and subscribe for these great airlite S&W snubnoses!

[@wbwills2]

Come back to take another gander at your cool stuff every now and then. Very Nice .impeccable taste & knowledgeable advice about how to do it the right way. Common sense for some people but some people newer to the firearms world need to hear things you say. All necessary things to know & do. Thx Joe. I am looking for used lightweight revolvers & a couple specific SS J frames. You can bet I will have a good quality custom holster that is made for the specific gun i am carrying. & training…I know the ammo I carry & shoot that particular gun as much as possible when I am using one I haven’t been using recently. Do some bench shooting on paper then on to more realistic shooting positions .got to think about everything from penetration to what might be in the background .definitely serious business with zero chance to stop a shot.if you can’t take shot you better have plan b. Thx again. Take care.

[@djay6651]

Good thing about a snubbie is that you can shoot it from a jacket pocket, especially with a shrouded hammer or a hammer less version.

[@oldcop18]

I just weighed my LCPII & my 340PD loaded, in their individual pocket holster, and they are exactly the same @ 13 ozs. The Ruger is smaller & easier to carry but the difference is almost negligible. That said I prefer the revolver for EDC based on my street experiences over 30 years.

[@williambeasley2582]

I carried a Smith and Wesson model 686 as a duty weapon back in the 1980s since retiring in the 1990s due to medical I carried a 9mm auto . I saw a model 642 pc in 2014 . It is now my edc light pocketable and accurate . It is all I need now until.i find something better

[@jbwolfhunter8031]

Bro, can you tell me what type of handle grips those are? i have big hands and those seem perfect.

[@JParanee1]

BADGER GRIPS

[@jbwolfhunter8031]

@@JParanee1 thanks

[@williambeasley2582]

Back in my younger days I carried a smith 686, but since I am now retired I wanted something a great deal lighter. I now have carried a smith performance center 842 with 125gr + p hollow points. It's a small gun weighs 15 Oz and in right front pocket is both comfortable and unnoticeable. The loads I carry do have a bit of recoil to them but they are controllable and decently accurate, all 5 shots in a paper plates at 10 yards.

[@longbow5423]

Reasonable opinion. My carry gun in the winter time is a Taurus Tracker in .44 mag. Have a very decent belt holster and good heavy leather belt. I practice a ton with it and carry it often stump shooting with my longbow. Kind of a tough kicker with full house .44mag loads but I put some Hogue grips on it and it is controllable and they made a huge difference in handling the loads. That being said I am always conscious of perception when it comes to s.d. with my ccw , especially in NYS so it is down loaded with Winchester .44sp Silver Tips. Summer time carry is a .45acp CCO, I bought back when they were first introduced around 95-96 time frame as I recall. Totally stock handgun, and pure pleasure to carry due to its lite wt. and being "dehorned" as it came from COLT. Forged titanium frame, s.s. slide and has never once jammed and that is saying something. Keepem sharp

[@kylewood8327]

My point of view too, I don’t live in Compton or S Chicago thus realistically the odds of (really) needing a firearm is very low percentage. So I carry my RIA AL 3.1 snubby 90% of the time! If it’s not that it’s my Kimber Ultra Carry II.

[@silverhorder1969]

I carry a Sig .380 when I am at work. I deliver gas at night and our company has a no gun policy so I have to have something very small. However I don’t really feel unarmed with it and an extra magazine.

[@casualtactical6664]

Liked my 329pd (first smith revolver) so much I picked up a 360pd. It serves as my minimal required gear. at the very least when I leave the house I have my 360 on me! It’s awesome to go on jogs with, good holster with the Ulticlip and I’m on a jog while packing 5 shots of 357 power without feeling over encumbered!

[@nhwnhw02]

I have a 329PD and a 360PD. It is a love-hate relationship. I love them, and they hate me.

[@thealsatian4232]

Valid to this day. I carry mine everywhere. The ultimate point and click device.

[@howardschwartz4411]

I too carried a semi automatic fire arm for many years but now I carry revolver since I can't train as much since I'm older. No failures to feed no limp wristing no failures to eject no magazine springs to worry about no going out of battery and having the ability to use second-strike capability. In addition no ammo sensitivity. The only downside I see to a revolver is capacity. I carry a Ruger LCR 9 mm because it has less blast and is easier for follow-up shots. I agree with you 100%. The only thing I have added to my revolver is a Crimson trace laser.

[@tomchristian9722]

642 for my always gun. Love it in my pocket with a sticky holster

[@Lalalunatix]

What knife is that can you add it to your description please? Man thats a wicked blade. Also agree with you on the revolver simple, reliable, and a pleasure to shoot.

[@erictalkington5674]

Not a big fan of new Smiths and I usually like only magna (panel) grips, but that is a very nice gun for a new one and the grips look good too.

[@danew637]

Reason start at 4:00

[@doubledstoresgmailcom]

I love my mod. 442. Most of the time it is my 2nd piece though. Sometimes if situation dictates the 442 would be the primary. My usual EDC is a Colt Commander. I shoot almost every day.

[@Roberto-cw4xg]

Hi Joe, great presentation. I spent 23 years in the Marine Corps and I'm very familiar with semi-auto pistols. For a long time I carried the Colt M1911 before we transitioned to the Berretta 92F; and for a little while we were carrying the Sig P226. I own the Glock 19 and Glock 26 and also have an M&P Shield, S&W BG380 and a KelTec PF9. I love them all, even the KelTec. But like you, I find that my every day carry weapon of choice is a revolver. I carry a S&W BG38. I love the simplicity, reliability and old school feel of it. Put it on my hip or on my ankle or in an IWB and I don't feel it at all. It's like my wallet. I'm a left handed shooter and tactical reloads with my little 38 were a challenge at first, but with practice I've become quite proficient with quickly reloading with both speed loaders and stripper clips. I made a couple of mods to it, replaced the grips with friendlier Hogue grips and replaced the front sight with a Trijicon dot sight. I truly love this thing. Now I realize that what I gain in simplicity and size I lose in capacity and accuracy (the BG38 is a 5 shot 1 1/2" revolver). But this is not designed to be an offensive weapon. It's an up close and personal get off me weapon. I am absolutely confident I can effectively engage threats up to 10, maybe 12 yards but beyond that is employing the weapon outside of its designed capabilities. It's a trade off but an acceptable risk one for me. Anyway, I totally relate to your reasoning. Always good to see other CCW revolver carriers out here. Stay safe out there!

[@rubengonzales9150]

I carry a snub nose 357 for work it works.great i also carry a 9mm as backup sometimes i use the 9mm and use 357 as backup

[@arcocola8183]

Bro, you look like a star in top gun. Bad ass!!! The white grip is growing on me, I may have to copy your style

[@ryotaryuu]

considering when this video was posted I'm shocked he is using a 360pd when the Ruger LCR is out now. The LCR is just as small, just as light, but has a better trigger and is half the price.

[@sonnygunz9207]

I carry a model 60 or 49 (chiefs special & Bodyguard). Vintage ones to boot. I carried 15 + 1 guns for 15yrs. I love snubbys.

[@dayanmederos6564]

i have that gun and it is . pleasure to carry, now shooting is another story is really hard to hit targets a bit far away and on full loads (357 mag) hurts your hand like hell. I was going to go down to 38 special but i think it defeats the purpose because i dont belive in 38... What kind of load do you carry on it ? BTW i love it and never get rid of it even if it hurts...

[@rafaelmadrigal1534]

I love my light weight Ruger 38 LCR revolver at 13 Oz. No problem to carry and very accurate in the firing range and a fair price of $380.00, how can anyone pass that up?

[@chanogonzalez7980]

A great trigger for the money too

[@wildyracing1]

@jeff lockaby Yep, but with no more than $15 for 2 Wolff springs in your J frame it beats the factory Ruger LCR trigger by far. :)

[@TheBoxingCannabyte]

I just switched to EDC a 442, Spyderco Warrior, or a few really neat karambits, (mostly fixed). Combat veteran but admittedly, it's not like we're training with revolvers, so there has been a learning curve but it's been really fun.

[@heavybevel]

Great video!!! What was the knife pictured in the beginning of the video? Is it a custom or production knife and where can I get one???

[@freefieldtraining]

I love the 360pd, subscribed!

[@samuelWx]

FFT in the house!

[@johnyy1911]

I agree with the simplicity of the revolver when you have limited training time.

[@7wt]

I dig what you are saying brother.

[@JParanee1]

Thank you stay safe

[@TheBoxingCannabyte]

Hey man have you tried Wilson compared to Les Baer or Nighthawk? You seem to have an insane collection....let's say I got $2500-3500, maybe push to 4k TOPS...which company would you go for? As of right now I'm just looking at a SIG 1911 (the XT I think) or Springfield and you will probably hate this but I LOVE the Chiappa, and honestly my main carry often ranges from the Glock 19, 26, SIG SP2022 (I train every day), I got a Ruger Police Shooter-Six 1976, works as good as the day it was made I'd reckon. The Smith 442 is just my favorite fucking thing, my first snubbie. But my biggest thing is this: DAO revolvers wouldn't work for the majority of gun owners I know (Though imo the majority of gun owners I know don't train nearly enough with their firearm and don't consider shit like "hey that .44 magnum I got in my house, at night....might not be the best choice, esp since I never shoot it!" lol...not everyone is like that)

[@howardkahn4330]

WELL DONE....EXCELLENT

[@6483hmless]

What carry knife is that

[@davemojarra4734]

S&W 642-1 38 Special +P in my left front pocket. Gotta K.I.S.S.

[@williambeasley2582]

Check out the 642 performance center model with moon clips action super smooth that's my edc since 2014.

[@ncbible1575]

Good stuff. Have my j frame with me all the time. Love my Tupperware guns too. Don't have the funds for a good 1911 - the cheaper ones aren't reliable.

[@wildyracing1]

Buy the Ruger SR1911. It is not expensive and it is as reliable as they come. I own the Commander in .45 ACP. A single fail to feed or rarely to extract once per several hundred rounds. Not exactly failure proof, but close to (for what it is and for 1911 standards). I carry in Condition 1, so at least I'm sure the first one will always go off. Sometimes, you won't need more than that :)

[@stripervince1]

I looked at one of these. It weighs zilch. The 5 cartridges weigh as much as the gun. Seriously. But the scandium comes with a mega price tag

[@zincman1995]

Have you consider a shoulder holster for the 911 when you ware a suit? I haven't, just wondering, thanks

[@porkchopspapi5757]

I'm a firm believer in air weight revolvers for SD, but they have to be hammerless. Imagine needing to draw your weapon (and that's assuming you even get the chance to) only to have the hammer snag on your shirt. Also, you can fire from your pocket without having to draw. And if I may say, a 2" bbl. for .357 mag is almost pointless. 136 grn. hollow point +p .38 at contact or point blank range is quite effective.

[@freefieldtraining]

Porkchop's Papi Just put your thumb on the hammer as you draw. No snag.

[@porkchopspapi5757]

Just don't have a hammer. No need.

[@freefieldtraining]

to each there own.

[@TheCarolinaPatriot]

Great video. Are you still carrying this regularly?

[@JParanee1]

Yes I am

[@stephenchristian5739]

IT GOES BANG EVERY TIME IT WILL NEVER GO OFF UNINTENDED & ITS SMALL LIGHT & CAN PACK THE FULL 357 FOR EDC GO OUT & SHOOT 38 38+p its fun to know u have the power to end it 1 shot & help with 2 & 4 legged evil as well

[@3313-c2j]

I think you'd be fine with 38 38 +p, I think 357 a little too much, in that gun but that's me

[@bonsaw57]

I have a 360 and I load +P, makes more sense, plus with the tight j frame speed loading a shorter cartridge is much easier

[@michelangelo644]

Man I wanted to make some sarcastic response about how I would never carry a revolver, and I think it's not a great choice given today's choices, but you're just so diplomatic and willing to state that its your opinion, and "your mileage may vary", I can do nothing but say that my mileage does vary, and go on my way. Respect to your opinions and experience sir, even if they differ from mine

[@theshapeexists]

my daily carry is a 9mm shield on hit days. the firepower of 6 or 7 357magnum rounds is nothing to sneer at when a lot of people are carrying 8 rounds of 9mm, 40, or 45.

[@justinberry3453]

What do you use to keep the titanium cylinder so clean on the sides?

[@8aleph]

A Combat Masterpiece is what the Air Force issued me in the 70's and 80's right up to the M9 with all its problems, my carry is a 637 airweight .38

[@darkpassenger1786]

Hmmm, maybe thinking of a daily concealed carry whip! I can wrap it around me like a belt until needed Al Indian Jones.

[@Tankman333]

just found you joe great information i gotta say i love a set of white grips put a set on my snubbie a couple years ago even had to go out and get 9 mil sccy in white why not

[@JParanee1]

Thank you for posting

[@craigfinley2507]

This is the joint I like this is the shit best carry and conceal I would recommend. Decent gun. To each his own but this my choice , love the revolver more safer and dependable.

[@MLoges86]

I'm in RE in Ohio, small world. Into guns & knives too. Picked up a s&w 360j in .38

[@Snookynibbles]

I own one and I like it a lot. Some thoughts... Joe made his a bit heavier w the larger & heavier aftermarket grip...but his gun looks great. I like aftermarket too...have them on my other pieces, but it makes sense to keep the stock grips on the 360PD because the stock grips are smaller/easier to conceal, and the stock grip is of soft, recoil-absorbing rubber. Also, selecting an optimal load for this gun is crucial. All loads must be function-tested to insure the projectile under the heavy recoil won’t jump the crimp and lock-up the cylinder! Also, magnum loads are seriously brutal...you will swear the gun broke your hand. Plus, there are only small velocity gains with magnum loads...you however do get a lot of flash & boom...not good. And .357 magnum spent cases won’t readily eject due to the very short ejector rod, the empties tend tend to hang up. Cutting to the chase, after research I found there’s really one standout defense load for this 1 7/8” barrel, 11.4 oz baby cannon. Go with the Buffalo Bore .38 Spl +P 158 gr., large cavity lead gas-check hollow point. This load which resembles the ballistics of the old “FBI load” of the 1950s & ‘60s nudges up against a light .357 power level, yet is remarkably tolerable to handle and with minimal blast & muzzle flash. Buffalo Bore did well in assembling this offering. You’ll get an honest 350+ ft-lbs with over .6” expansion and 12” of penetration. Two other positives are the shorter 38 Spl empties eject without hanging-up unlike the longer magnum cases, and the slugs remain adequately seated in their crimp under the heavy recoil. With the aforementioned load, the 360PD makes for a very capable & reliable backup option!

[@garrettllewellyn2725]

What kind of grip are you running? Looks very comfortable.

[@loripatrick9480]

What kind of holsters do you use for ccw?? Love to go back to a revolver, but can't find a good concealed carry holster for a revolver!!

[@johnfrye9560]

Don't use a holster at all, check out the clipdraw. If carried inside the waistband the cylinder is held so tight against your pants it keeps the trigger from ever getting pulled.

[@JParanee1]

I really like holsters from Side Guard Leather and Blackhawk has a nice inexpensive revolver holster

[@avrail5seven793]

Simlly Rugged Holsters Silver Dollar model is really good. I use one for a smith 442, with the optional IWB belt loops.

[@164hozey]

I live in Texas, I want to buy a handgun but I have no knowledge. Could I just go to a firing range and rent one? Or do I need to own my own? Do firing ranges have classes on how to use the gun?

[@magnetar2524]

hozeyy most ranges have rentals and employees who are knowledgeable of firearms and firearm safety, they can tell you everything you need to know but safety and skill comes with practice, but safety always comes first. There are ranges who offer classes on firearms training but it really depends on the ranges in your local area, some ranges may not offer any classes or instruction.

[@ricardoarias1279]

Call around, there are some really good ones out there. What part of Texas do you live in?

[@jeffstone7912]

Training from who? I learned most of my firearms safety and handling from my father. He learned from his father. There was a time when fathers actually knew how to use Dangerous things. My Dad A World War II vet I thought the 1911 was a shitty gun to give it to someone if they couldn’t spend much time training. A Purchased 38 revolver‘s for my sisters because they are intuitive.

[@celiamarie1]

I carried a Tanfolio 45 for twenty years and now I channel my inner Joe Friday and carry a Chiefs Special. Never look back!

[@blackbullitt849]

Where did you find the white grip for you revolver?

[@ryotaryuu]

just curious, why does it say on the barrel not to use less than 120 grain bullets? what could it harm?

[@theshapeexists]

the lighter bullets cause flame cutting on the top strap of the gun. after prolonged use it can actually melt through the alloy of the gun.

[@ryotaryuu]

interesting thanks.

[@NordicPhoenix]

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[@cdlund2840]

I believe 90% of the carrying public is better served with a revolver too. Especially today with ammo shortages.

[@elcidcampeador9629]

I know everyone has their opinions, but I think the logic is inconsistent in this video. You are asserting that you cannot carry a semi auto anymore due to lack of training time, but then go on to say you need to train to manage the recoil of a .357 in a light package. What's easier: throwing some snap caps in a gun and practicing reloads, stoppages etc... for free on the couch while you're watching the game, or actually having to go out to the range and spend the money and time to learn to manage recoil? I'd also like to mention that this isn't the 70's anymore. Semi Autos are vastly better designed than they used to be and exhibit supreme levels of reliability. Take the HK Mark 23 for example: 30,000 rounds of +p .45 plus 6000 proof rounds without stoppage or breakage in military testing. Also, going back to stoppages, a stoppage in a semi auto is usually a simple matter of tap-rack-bang. The nature of stoppages in revolvers usually means it is out of the gun fight. Not to mention, if you drop a revolver in the mud, it's done. You cannot safely fire it without blowing the gun up, and even if you do, you'll probably seize the cylinder. Nothing short of immersing it in water is going to clear that. A semi auto, on the other hand, will usually fire even if buried in mud (watch a military arms channel gauntlet test) and, if it does jam, can usually be easily put back into battery or have the jam cleared. I love revolvers, but you may be selling yourself short here. I think something like a glock 29 in 10mm with hot loads comparable to .357 mag would be a smaller package with more rounds.

[@stelioeffrena1571]

Was going to comment the same thing, but you sir nailed it. I love revolvers for range use and I believe revolvers are a better option for people who can't operate a semi-auto slide, but it makes no sense to advise a scandium 357mag as an option for someone who can't get enough training. A lightweight revolver firing 357mag requires a LOT more training (and pain tolerance) than a semi auto pistol. You might think you can't miss at self defense distances but you can be surprised at what adrenaline will do to your fine motor skills. For ease of carry a subcompact 9mm pistol is probably the best compromise, followed by a lightweight revolver in 38special.

[@dmgthree6051]

Real talk ! I would never carry full house magnum rounds in that light J frame! 38 + p will get the job done and with better accuracy & follow up shots ! But to each their own I guess 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@Nohandle308]

Too right. The new standard for compact autos, especially striker fired, blow older designs way put of the water for reliability. Anyone touting that revolvers are more reliable by and far has been ignoring the past 15 years of the firearms market.

[@elcidcampeador9629]

@@Nohandle308 I would say it goes back even farther than that. The glock came out in the 80s, as did the beretta 92. Both very reliable semi autos.

[@JParanee1]

Thanks D ...They are from Black Hawk

[@raymonddillon7370]

Those little Guns are nice and cute but i can never hit anything with them so i carry a fullsize Gun , Beretta, SiG or CZ.

[@frankbiz]

Thank you, I agree 100% with training no matter what you carry or if you don’t, if you own a firearm, you should train with it. A range officer told me a story about helping someone at the range the first time assisting a guy who’s gun didn’t fire, upon checking the pistol he told the guy no ammo was in the gun. Are you ready for this??? The guy said, “oh, they don’t come with bullets?” That guy must of been one of the liberal politicians checking out guns and thinks when magazines are empty you throw them out. Lol

[@MM-uy9hd]

Good video bud!

[@jackburton926]

What kind of knife is that?

[@TheCarolinaPatriot]

Happy New Year. Ok, it's been a year since I last asked. Still carrying this? Exclusively?

[@JParanee1]

Hi Dan Happy new year I am ...every day. The knife changes but lately a Yojimbo 2 on custom leather a few videos down Thx again

[@TheCarolinaPatriot]

@@JParanee1 Man, I wish I could be content with my Ruger LCR for all the reasons you stated in your video. Just got sucked into the Sig P365 craze. I'll probably go back to the LCR. Life is better when it's simple......LOL

[@JParanee1]

The Sig’s a great gun

[@j.paul.joseph]

Holsters??

[@jlittleb]

What grips are those ?

[@JParanee1]

Badger grips but I sent him the material which is linen micarta

[@jlittleb]

@@JParanee1 , they look great. Thanks for the info.

[@zwordsman]

tendick knife?

[@donnielowe1127]

I like a Charter arms 45ACP revolver 2.5 inch barrel

[@daveengstrom9250]

I bought a Charter Arms 5 shot 38 as a back up gun when I was a cop. That thing misfired often. I sent it back to the factory. I couldn't count on it.

[@PantheraTigrisXIII]

"A polite society is an armed society." You ever been to Texas? It's kinda true..

[@laragreene8328]

The main thing I noticed about Texas was.....The men had a certain accent and the women didnt....lol...I'm from Georgia. 😉 All nice people though.

[@michaelvinciguerra2183]

What grip is that ?

[@JJJennings007]

S&W bodyguard 38 special revolver all day long

[@dmgthree6051]

Random Indiana Jones whip ! Coolness 😎

[@ziruk-king4466]

Pd 360-- is all you will ever need in this lifetime. I am not going to battle -- most likely it will be one unfortunate knucklehead.

[@paulbustamante6267]

Knife name please

[@JParanee1]

Ben Tendick made that and it’s called a Kraken

[@_Schwartz]

Great video. 👍

[@cameronizatt7480]

A 1911 is very finicky and requires very intensive training. In my opinion there are better alternative guns for most people to use and carry for personal defense.

[@kurtzimmerman1637]

I have a 642. Seems like the logical choice for me. That's just personal preference.

[@truthislovefaithisfreedom]

I have a 360 and hate it, every time I shoot it it feels like someone hit me in the hand with a baseball bat! I carry my Ruger LCR in 357 religiously, it is MUCH nicer to shoot, but it is heavier, but I'm will to deal with the extra weight to be able to pull off a double tap; cannot to a double tap with the 360, it just kicks way to much. If I'm going somewhere I feel I need more I carry my glock 27 as primary and keep the LCR as backup

[@adrianakuzmikova1697]

how is the recoil of 357mag in 360pd and ruger LCR compared to 45acp from full size gun? I never tried shooting 357mag. how much more recoil and how much louder is it?

[@fatbowe]

One is good... Two is better...👍😂👀🗣🔥

[@dare-democracy]

In Maryland you have to take a class and pass a state police back grown check with out it you buy no handgun .

[@stevemack389sm]

everything that you said is common sense!!!!

[@xenaspassword]

good vid.!! . gotta luv the other comments of those that don't get it. There's bang, and then there is B A N G... ... when the creeper iz afta ya, you want the loudest bang you can make, with ya... capeesh.? .

[@socaldep2280]

I carry a full sized M&P 9 on a duty belt and after 10 hours, it's heavy. My backup J-frame 642 goes with me off duty. Nobody is carrying a 3lb full sized 1911 for CCW. He's fake news.

[@juanfgonzalez2039]

380 is good self defense gun many people are six feet under to bad you can't ask them lol

[@YingYangStang]

Agreed, so true all of it ...

[@juanfgonzalez2039]

Where that on the constitution?

[@57HEMIviken]

1.not everyone can afford an edc of that price $1,000 ish on smith's website. 2. if I'm going to spend that kind of money on a smith I'm going to get a real one 70's or older 3. I feel you need to practice reloading a revolver for just as long if not longer than practicing clearing a jam on a semi auto so I feel that point is invalid

[@JParanee1]

That gun with the work done is way north of a grand For me the weight savings is worth the money All reloads no matter what weapon need practice ...... My point was training for malfunctions not reloads The title is WHY I CARRY .........what works for me might not work for you

[@davidspin581]

#2 yeah the new S&W what a bunch of crap. Yeah the 70's were "real", your kidding right?

[@ZFlyingVLover]

I feel bad for California residents. Their 2nd amendment rights have been flat out revoked!

[@daveufirst]

No. Their right is always there. The state isn't in compliance with the Second Amendment. Jefferson and others of his time said to nullify unconstitutional "laws." It's "the rightful remedy."

[@Win94ae]

I agree.

[@w.c.wilson8753]

Ever had a squib in a revolver?

[@oldcop18]

Ever had one in a semi auto?

[@thatsmytwocents4372]

Sorry, accomplished shooter does not need to practice 3 x's a week. You are not going to suddenly forget how the gun functions. You can still practice your draw and your sighting and your grip and the trigger pull even if it doesn't go BANG. You don't need to go to the range to practice dry firing. You still need to get to the range. Any officer or soldier still needs to qualify with their weapon 2 to 4 times a year.

[@paddypibblet846]

So which is it bro? A second amendment right, or something only for carry friendly states? I tell people, if you think it will save your life, carry it