P&S ModCast 442 examines the enduring appeal of single-action revolvers with a panel of experienced enthusiasts and practitioners. The conversation ranges across history, handling, cartridge versatility, configuration, and the reasons these older platforms still reward serious study and use.
Released: November 4, 2025
Runtime: 3 hours, 35 minutes
Host: Matt Landfair
Panel: Darryl Bolke, Jon Canipe, Bryan Eastridge, David Simerly, and Chauncey Wesner
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Episode overview
Single-action revolvers occupy an unusual place in modern firearms culture: deeply historical, highly individual, and still capable of teaching useful lessons about equipment, cartridge selection, marksmanship, and intentional practice. This episode explores their appeal without reducing them to nostalgia, considering the practical roles and personal preferences that keep the platform relevant.
Topics discussed
- The history and continuing appeal of single-action revolvers
- How frame size, sights, handling, and configuration shape selection
- Cartridge versatility and matching a revolver to its intended role
- Practical shooting, carry, field use, and recreational enjoyment
- Learning from older platforms while using modern knowledge and standards
- Why expert experience and clear use cases matter more than trend-following
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Revolvers → single-action revolvers, cartridge selection, historical firearms, practical field use, and marksmanship.