This video reviews the Smith & Wesson Model 1000 semi-automatic shotgun. The reviewer highlights its aesthetically pleasing design but expresses disappointment due to persistent functionality and cycling issues. Manufactured by Howa in Japan during the 1970s and 1980s, the gun is noted to be prone to these problems, with the reviewer's specific example not being an exception. Despite the malfunctions, the owner is committed to repairing the firearm due to its attractive qualities.
This video analyzes the Redfield 4x Widefield scope, a rifle optic from the 1970s that offered an exceptionally wide field of view, comparable to modern tactical optics like the ACOG. Despite its innovative design and impressive performance for its era, the scope failed commercially due to being perceived as too unconventional for hunters and not sufficiently tactical for the emerging tactical market. The video highlights this as an example of a product being too far ahead of its time.
This YouTube video compares gun rights in the 1970s and 1980s to the present day, exploring what may have been lost. The video is viewer-supported and does not feature sponsors. It also promotes merchandise and a backup YouTube channel.
This video features a comparison between two iconic Colt Python revolvers, one with an 8-inch barrel and the other with a 4-inch barrel. The content focuses on showcasing these vintage "snake guns" from the early 1970s and demonstrating the difference in recoil when firing both .357 Magnum and the milder .38 Special cartridges. The presenter highlights his personal favorites among these legendary wheel guns.
This video offers a comparison of four distinct yet similar revolvers used by military and police forces, spanning from the 1920s to the 1980s. It showcases a Smith & Wesson Military and Police from 1928, a Smith & Wesson 15-2 from the 1970s, a Smith & Wesson 64 used into the 1980s, and a Ruger Police Service 6 from the 1980s. All revolvers are chambered in .38 Special, highlighting the evolution and enduring presence of this caliber and platform in law enforcement and military contexts.
This video showcases two vintage 1970s Smith & Wesson Model 36 revolvers, presented with a Bianchi Shadow holster and speed strips. The creator highlights the compatibility of the Bianchi holsters with Smith & Wesson J-frames, as well as Charter Arms and Taurus five-shot revolvers, emphasizing their suitability for simultaneous left and right-hand carry. The video aims for a relaxing ASMR experience focused on the aesthetics and tactile qualities of the firearms and leather gear.
This YouTube video focuses on a classic 1970s Smith & Wesson detective revolver. The description indicates the video will feature shooting the firearm, likely showcasing its performance and potentially its historical context or status in that era. Given the title and description, the content will appeal to firearm enthusiasts interested in vintage handguns, revolvers, and law enforcement history.
This video provides an in-depth review of the Miroku 800 HSW shotgun, a 1970s firearm described as a masterpiece. The presenter, Matt, explores the history and qualities of this high-grade shotgun, highlighting its continued desirability. The review aims to inform viewers about this classic firearm.
This video features Hickok45 discussing and shooting his early 1970s Smith & Wesson Model 19-3 with a six-inch barrel chambered in .357 Magnum. He provides a review of the classic revolver, referencing a previous video on a 4" Model 19-3. The description also highlights his other YouTube channels, Patreon, and sponsors like SDI, Alabama Holster, Talon Grips, and Ballistol. The video emphasizes firearms safety and responsible gun ownership, stating that content is for educational and entertainment purposes only and not for selling or modifying firearms.
This video features Brownells Gun Techs Keith Ford and Steve Ostrem at Rock Island Auction Co., showcasing a Weatherby Mark V Crown Grade rifle from the 1960s/70s, chambered in .300 Weatherby Magnum. They delve into the rifle's history, its powerful NINE-lug bolt action designed by Roy Weatherby and Fred Jennie, and its impressive ballistics compared to the .300 Win Mag. The discussion also touches upon the rifle's aesthetic appeal, its association with famous individuals, and manufacturing origins in Germany, Japan, and the US. The video highlights the rifle's blend of performance and style, noting how its ornate engraving and high-polish finish represent a past era's definition of luxury.
This YouTube video delves into the history and evolution of legendary assault rifles that emerged in the late 1960s and became prominent in the 1970s. The presenter highlights key features and controls of their top picks, including a selection of five plus two notable examples. The video aims to inform viewers about the dawn of the assault rifle era and even attempts to crown a favorite among these iconic firearms.
This video from Military Arms Channel (MAC) discusses the "Top 5 sub-guns" the host wants to see back on the US market. The video highlights pistol-caliber firearms that were available from the 1970s through the 1990s but are no longer easily accessible due to various reasons. It encourages viewers to support MAC through Patreon or SubscribeStar and provides discount codes for Challenge Targets and OpticsPlanet, as well as a link to Modern Gun School. A separate video link for "FuddBuster" is also included.
