[NRAAM 2024] Jerry Miculek's Tricked Out Race Revolver: The Model 327 WR

Luke C joins legendary competitive speed shooter Jerry Miculek at the 2024 NRA Show to talk about his new custom revolver from Smith & Wesson – the Model 327 WR. The Model 327 WR is a 9mm revolver with a lot of high-end lightweight materials baked into the design to make it lighter and quicker to handle in tandem with Jerry’s custom slick polished grips. Join Luke and Jerry today as they talk about the reasoning behind all of these design decisions for this special revolver celebrating his World Record (WR) revolver speed shooting achievements.

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[NRAAM 2024] The S&W GVAC, now in .300 Blackout

In this episode of TFBTV Show Time, Hop visits the Smith & Wesson booth at NRAAM 2024 to check out the new short barreled .300 Blackout version of the S&W/Gemtech GVAC upper. The GVAC system is a bore evacuator that significantly reduces gas blowback to the shooter’s face, which works well in conjunction with Gemtech’s new reduced back pressure suppressor series.

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TFB Review: Smith & Wesson Model 29 Classic 6.5"

Does owning an iconic gun check all the boxes or does it feel like something is missing? You’d be hard-pressed to list off a top five list of legendary notable revolvers without mentioning the S&W Model 29. Sort of funny that this gun may not have sold anywhere near as well without Clint Eastwood muttering those classic words from Dirty Harry and holding this blued beauty outstretched. Today it carries a price tag to match its legend. Is it worth it to feel lucky? Let’s dive into my review of the Smith & Wesson Model 29 Classic!

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Wheelgun Wednesday: Enduring Legacy of the Smith & Wesson Model 29

This week on  Wheelgun Wednesday we’re showcasing the renowned Smith & Wesson Model 29 revolver. While some may argue it’s overhyped, few iconic firearms command as much respect. The Model 29 isn’t just a technical achievement; it’s a symbol of American ingenuity that pushed boundaries. Though potentially overrated by some, this doesn’t diminish the fact that it’s a work of art that will forever be enshrined as a legend. The Model 29’s place in history is undeniable.

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Smith & Wesson M&P15-22: New MBUS/B5 Bundle

The Smith & Wesson M&P15-22 offers a tactical rifle in a rimfire chambering, but that doesn’t mean that shooters don’t want… the finer things of life. With that in mind, S&W has just announced an upgraded version that is somewhat clumsily labeled the SMU/Bundle Series.

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Safariland Adds New IncogX Holsters For Smith & Wesson Models

Safariland has added new holster fits to the IncogX line for a range of popular Smith & Wesson pistols. The new fitments are for the M&P 2.0, Equalizer, Shield, Shield EZ, and Shield Plus. Safariland offers a variety of accessory fitments for popular red dot sights and weapon lights, as well as an optional spare magazine caddy.

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TFB Review: The Smith & Wesson Model 686 Plus Deluxe

When it comes to revolvers, Smith & Wesson is one of the names associated with quality revolvers but as semi-autos are taking over more and more of the market, I have a few of their various revolver models, but never dove into any of the 686 variants and decided to dive into a new model and give it a proper shakedown. Brownells had a 3″ 686 Plus model on sale and I decided to snag it for this review. Let’s take a closer look at the Smith & Wesson 686 Plus Deluxe.

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Smith & Wesson Introduces New M&P15 Sport III Rifle

Smith & Wesson have announced the release of their new M&P 15 Sport III. The Sport III weighs 6.52 lbs, has a 16-inch barrel with a 1:8 twist rate and a 15-inch free-floated M-LOK handguard. The M&P 15 Sport III has an MSRP of $799.

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[SHOT Show 2024] The "NEW" Smith & Wesson SD9 2.0

In this episode of TFBT Showtime, Hop checks out the refreshed version of S&W’s venerable budget handgun, the SD9. The history of the SD9 series goes all the way back to the early 90s with the S&W Sigma, but a lot has changed internally and externally since then. The biggest change to the SD9 2.0 is an improved flat face trigger with a lighter and crisper pull than the outgoing SD9VE model, which was in turn improved over the original Sigma. In most other respects, this is a very no-frills design and is among the most affordable products S&W produces.

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New Smith & Wesson "Ultimate Carry" Airweight Revolvers

James Reeves is at Lipsey’s booth talking with Jason about new Smith & Wesson Ultimate Carry revolvers in .38 Special and .32 H&R Magnum. These feature upgraded triggers, improved Novak sights, G10 grips, and more, plus the price is incredibly reasonable. Check the video for details.

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[SHOT 2024] NEW Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Lever Action Rifle

Smith & Wesson, a renowned name in the firearms industry, is once again making waves with their recent launch of the Model 1854 Lever Action rifle. This release marks a new evolution for Smith & Wesson, fusing the cherished nostalgia of their traditional designs with contemporary performance capabilities.

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[SHOT 2024] Smith & Wesson's FIRST Lever Action – The Model 1854 44 MAG

Luke C is at SHOT Show 2024 with Smith & Wesson to announce the introduction of their first modern lever action – the Model 1854 chambered in 44 Magnum. The Model 1854 is going to be released standard with a synthetic stock, flat-faced single-action trigger, big lever loop, and of course fun accessories like an extended hammer spur, and a 4-inch section of Picatinny rail. Smith & Wesson is also offering a much more period-correct looking Model 1854 featuring a glossy DLC blued finish, and a hybrid wood stock. Today Cory tells us all about the new Smith & Wesson Model 1854, and what you can expect going forward from the company’s resurrected venture into the lever action world.

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Wheelgun Wednesday: Smith & Wesson Texas Rangers Bicentennial Revolver

Welcome back to  Wheelgun Wednesday, our weekly article series where we cover everything related to revolvers. Today we’ll take a look at a new limited edition custom Smith & Wesson revolver which is a tribute to America’s oldest state law enforcement agency,  Texas Rangers, who are celebrating their 200th anniversary. Created in collaboration with Davidson’s, the Smith & Wesson Texas Rangers bicentennial commemorative revolver is an N-Frame six-shooter embellished with engravings and gold inlaid markings and insignia.

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A Legend Returns: The NEW Smith & Wesson SD9 2.0

A familiar yet brand-new firearm is making its way back onto the market from Smith & Wesson with the release of the new S&W SD9 2.0 pistol. This new take on the old Sigma line of handguns still keeps the budget-conscious design of the previous generation of SD pistols but with a new trigger, new slide design, and backward compatibility with standard SD accessories.

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S&W M&P Shield Optics Ready Fits in the Galco Corvus Belt/IWB Holster

If you are a Smith & Wesson M&P Shield owner – whether yours is optics-ready or not – the Galco Corvus Belt Slide/Inside-the-Waistband (IWB) holster is yet another option for concealed carry advocates. This new fit offered from Galco works with original M&P Shield pistols as well as the newer M2.0 options and even the Shield Plus.

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