Jerry Miculek, sponsored by Hornady — Yamil Sued Photo. This YouTube video is a must-watch if you are thinking about buying a revolver to use for self-defense or competition. In this 23-minute video, legendary wheelgun ace Jerry Miculek tests three.357/.38SPL wheelguns. Jerry Miculek, one of the most famous revolver shooters, hosts a “Revolver Showdown”. He uses three popular wheelguns, including: 1) S&W (L-frame, 3” barrel), 2) Colt Python, 6” barrel), and 3) Ruger Speed Six, 2.75” barrel. Smith & Wesson Model 686 plus, L-Frame. 7-rd.357 magnum/38 SPL. 3” barrel.
Colt Python (Nickel), 6 rds.357 Magnum/38SPL, 6″ Barrel.
Ruger Speed Six, 6-rd. 357 Magnum/38SPL, 3-inch Barrel.
Testing at 10 yards and 50 yards
Jerry fires all three revolvers double-action, rapid-fire at 10 yards. Then, he shoots all three revolvers single-action slow-fire from 50 yards (starting around time mark 7:19). Jerry then examines nine medium-frame revolvers and compares and contrasts their design features. Jerry considers the following factors: Accuracy
2. Balance and Handling
3. Speed and Sureness in Trigger Return (watch the video at 3’45” for Colt.
4. Reliability
5. Barrel Twist Rate
6. Strength of Construction/Durability
