10 Things You Didn’t Know About Smith & Wesson
Smith & Wesson's origins can be traced to 1850, when Horace Smith and D B. Wesson first became acquainted while working as subcontractors supervising the manufacturing of different firearms at the Robbins and Lawrence Company in Windsor, Vermont. Now, after more than 160 years in existence, the company created by their eventual partnership is one of the most well-respected of its kind. As you might imagine, a lot can happen—and be forgotten—during such an expansive history. With that in mind, here are 10 things you probably didn't know about Smith & Wesson.
#SundayGunday: Smith & Wesson Model 350
Get a closer look at the Smith & Wesson Model 350, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
#SundayGunday: Smith & Wesson M&P10 Sport
Get a closer look at the Smith & Wesson M&P10 Sport, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
#SundayGunday: Smith & Wesson Model 69 Combat Magnum
Get a closer look at the Smith & Wesson Model 69 Combat Magnum, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
#SundayGunday: Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P 2.0 10mm
Get a closer look at the Smith & Wesson Performance Center M&P 2.0 10mm, the latest addition to our #SundayGunday series.
New for 2024: Smith & Wesson Model 1854 Lever-Action Rifle
Smith & Wesson has announced its first ever series of lever-action rifles, the S&W Model 1854 Series.
Smith & Wesson Introduces Model 350
Smith & Wesson has introduced the Model 350, the company's first production revolver chambered in the powerful straight-walled 350 Legend.
Hardware: Smith & Wesson SW22 Victory
Every hunter should have a .22 LR handgun. You can shoot small game for the pot, rid the camp of pests and pass the midday doldrums plinking at makeshift targets. The new Smith & Wesson Victory semi-automatic is one of the best guns we've encountered for all these things.
Behind the Bullet: .38 Smith & Wesson Special
What is it about the veteran cartridge that still appeals to shooters to this day, when there are so many more powerful cartridges available, including the Elmer Keith-upgraded .357 Magnum? Philip Massaro has the answer.
A Great Chisler Rifle: Smith & Wesson M&P 15-22
One of Dave Campbell's favorite things to do this time of year is shoot chislers. Whether you call them ground squirrels, gophers, picket pins or chislers, it’s a great way to sharpen your shooting and range-finding skills.
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