Those of us that believe it could actually become THE most sought after commodity, because with it, one could be able to acquire food, water and possibly feel. Is Private Gun Ownership a Conservative Affair? NOTE: In some Revolvers the adapter may miss-fire in double action, but will fire in single action. And for that, this handgun once again, feels that need wonderfully . During the COVID-19 pandemic, you decide to visit your cousins in New York City. No laser, and all kinds of slop, but also very quick, with six P+s. It is loaded with three PDX loads , one OOO buck and two Hornady .45 Colt cartridges with a full moon clip of . I totally agree. Loading that gun with two of each cartridge gives you THREE TIMES the availability to take down or overcome three times as many obstacles or accomplishing three times as many needs. I know the name has been used on previous guns, but if it can be made , call it the Dictator. 410/45 Colt to .22 LR Governor 6 Pack - Scavenger Series. Since JavaScript is disabled, you will not be able to properly navigate, add items to your cart, or place an order. On the AMC Walking Dead show, Daryl pulls the gun off a dead bad guy and realizes it is apparently loaded with explosive incendiary rounds and blows stuff up with it. The farther out you go, the more of an issue accuracy and penetration become. I prefer revolvers over semi-autos because, in the field, I dont have time to clear a jam when being rushed in an attack. For self defense in the house, my Governor will suffice at 12 feet. 45 long has MORE than enough large game stopping power. or 4 interest-free payments of $16.22. My wife, all of 5 feet 110 pounds can spray some serious lead and destruction with this gun at all the greatest distances in my home and yard. You get a little bit of this, a little bit of that. If I had but one hand gun to take with me for survival, it would be my Governor. One of the most fun guns to shoot that I own? I have written to S& W requesting them to produce a Revolver that is a cross between the .460 ES and Governor that would fire .454 Casull and .460 S&W as well . Course, Im sure Smith & Wesson agrees, because I dont think they are in the business of putting out bozo guns, especially seeing as how the bozo guns were already manufactured and sold by a different company PRIOR, a trial and run so to say, and evidently, come to find out after all, there are a HECK of a lot of bozos out there. Cylinder: Stainless PVD Rear Sight: Fixed They have exactly ONE niche they are probably the best combo ever devised for a car gun. Velocity (fps): 800 Reliability * * * * * Were you referring to my Super .38? The S&W Governor is a lot like that. Im not sure about some of the negative reviews that Ive read regarding my Governor. The Governor has been stuck in primary season for quite some time. 9mm, 45, and then probably 380. I like the versatility as well, if we ever go SHTF the Governor will handle three different types of ammo. Customize This * * The partial clips allow you to load 2-rounds of 45 ACP along with 410 shotshells in the same cylinder. Unlike shooting from a reasonably stable platform, I dont necessarily have the time to sight aim. 45 Colt 250gr 14,000 PSI Std Load Xtreme Penetrator Ammunition Maybe I wanted to wreak destruction. JavaScript is not enabled on your browser - our site will not work for you as intended. WTH? For shame, for shame. The S& W Governor is one of the most versatile handguns currently made . I know, I ve been there. But probably, you guys have no other options? To be honest, Im really getting a little tired of all these reviews. Let me assure you my compassion vanishes when my family is in danger. As for S&W coping the Judge. Splitting the difference between a handgun and a shotgun with a Smith & Wesson Governor doesnt make much sense. MGW carries replacement grips, firing pins, moon clips, screws, springs and other small parts for this handgun which also goes by the Governor Series. Personally, the only use I could think besides a fun gun would be for close range battle with water moccasins from your fishing boat ( why do those venomous bastards want to get into your boat so badly anyway?). IMHO: For the second reason it doesnt take a lot of common sense to understand you never know what situation may arise. OAL (in): 1.230 The .45 ACPs were some of the least accurate, good plinking rounds, offer really fast reloads with full moon clips, and deliver minimal recoil. I Have no problem with a Taurus, they make a wounderful product. If youre shooting .45s, the Governors as mild as a Montecristo. Have you even learned how to take out the two round limiting rod, that comes in almost every sporting shotguns magazine. Just for kicks, lets add on one more category before I go. [Click here for all our test fire vids onTTAGs guntruth YouTube channel.]. As with the others, the machining is spot on! That damn cat has been terrorizing my goats and chickens for months. i agree with you doug, i am not a sniper shooter by any means, and ppl whom have ripped on this gun have probably never fired it. Just as cars arent always purchased to race just because YOU race yours. I have several .45s in my collection but I prefer the Super .38. Penetration (in): 9 Most self-defense shootings end after just 1 to 2 shots. 7 decades and recoil is no problem. If you feel that way, dont buy it. (The latter made by a gunsmith / machinist friend for me.) Handguns are blessed with small size, light weight, your choice of caliber/recoil strengths, short and long-range accuracy, and plenty openetration. Our only problem: the Governor didnt want to surrender the spent husks from Dupo 7s crazy ass self-defense shells. Maybe I needed something to shoot down misguided drones, use up the surplus ammo from a retired cowboy, or prove to my 1911 friends that the .45 ACP cartridge is not an inherently accurate round. BTW, my AMT Backup is spitting these 165 gr. Yup, I dont care if its a cannon that fires mercenaries that have been pre-paid to protect my @$$, if it has a lock, Im not interested. He started the site to explore the ethics, morality, business, politics, culture, technology, practice, strategy, dangers and fun of guns. They expect the same from a black bears skull. Such an insert would be able to use.38 spcl./357 mag. The Smith & Wesson Governor revolver puts six rounds of customizable response under your control. This gun can convert to carry with the 45 acp or long colt and make a fantastic, reliable simple amateur friendly powerhouse. If I buy a Governor do I have to shoot a human being? But shotshell ammo is shotshell ammo. The other thing I absolutely despise about most current production S&W revolvers is the Hillary Hole. Expedited shipping can be purchased for the items but they will not ship until they are complete. $64.88. 45 Colt 300gr Multiple Projectile Ammunition I may have to reload some 185 grains in the 45 colt and see how it works! S&W Governor Cloak Tuck 3.0 IWB Holster for Revolvers. Just so they could spend a Sunday popping tin cans off the top of a rail fence. We chat things that go bang often. . But it adds to the Governors appeal. They work well and I was pleased with the group size I could get with the ammo I used. They are a great addition for the Governor. The flexibility of shooting .410 shotshells opens up the Governor to a enormous range of ammo types including birdshot, BBs, slugs, combo defense rounds, survival flares, rubber/plastic less-lethal ball shot, mace/pepper rounds, rock salt, and yes even Dragon's Breath incendiary rounds. In general, the more lead you put into a bad guy, the sooner you put it there, the more likely it is that hell stop threatening your life. While its easier to hit a target thats three to five yards away with a softball than a marble, you can miss. In a defense situation I feel I have a much better chance of stopping a threat with 2 shots than the time it would take to get off 10 with my other semi autos! 9.0 grains with a CCI 350 Magnum primer will get you 823 FPS with the same bullet. Please, if you dont ride, do not belittle my choice as you do not possess the knowledge to accurately make a point. We promise to never spam you, and just use your email address to identify you as a valid customer. hollow points out at trans sonic velocities. I bought this Gov., exactly for the Shotshells are the best to have fun with if you can manage the sharp recoil of this lightweight 29-oz. Why not the Smith & Wesson Governor? Its a PERSONAL DEFENSE gun; used for the home, car, and close range gunfights..which most gunfights are. These adapters allow you to shoot 9mm out of your410/45 Colt S&W Governor!! Cor-Bon says they will destroy a bears skull. Hitting the attacker (and no one else) is the dilemma. Smith & Wesson has been working flat-out to meet demand for its core products. Pattern 35 ft: 5 x 15 in Luckily I didnt kill myself and I dont recommend anyone try this. worry about stopping a bad guy. with the Federal 000 buckshot ammo. This would look like those Dan Wesson Alaskans. By the way, I carry a S&W 638-3 in a pocket holster packed into the side bag so when stopping to eat or walk around I can drop that puppy in my pocket and be good to go. Do the same full moon clips from the Governor, fit the S&W 625? Initially, the mayors of Sofia were assigned by the Provisional Russian Administration.After the newly restored Bulgarian state was already functioning on its own, in the end of 1878, mayors were chosen . And . While I would rather have a .500 S&W to face down a charging bear, the Governor with 300 gr. A few of the other bozos (a term of endearment you hung on those of us that purchased this gun) here mentioned the versatility of being able to shoot 3 calibers with 1 weapon when /if ammo become a problem. It is counter-experiential for many of us.War stories can only be told when wearing a steel pot, but anybody hit anywhere with a .45acp is going down to stay down I dont know if that is also true for the smaller caliber slugs. Copyright 2023 Short Lane . The Smith & Wesson Governor revolver puts six rounds of customizable response under your control. Oh by the way, the ribber grips on the Judge has the Governors grips beat hands down! 3 plated Disc and 12 pellets of plated BB shot But now that its out, the .410 shotshell shooter has all the virtues you wouldor shouldexpect from a Smith & Wesson revolver. I also ride a HD (Harley Davidson motorcycle) and finding what I am comfortable with while out riding has been several years of experimentation. This is a distinction Ruger does hold. Compare. I happen to like these, vs the .45 Long, as they are quick loaders. It simply never occurred to me to acquire 9mm and 10 mm inserts . You tell me of one other handgun on planet earth that has the PERFECT ability to kill each and every one of the creatures listed below and I will humbly bow down before you. Each accessory below is manufactured using the highest quality materials right here in the U.S.A.! Caliber: .410 2 1/2, .45 ACP, .45 Colt solid copper / lead free A 139 gr. 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