Been watching for years now, despite living in England, probably will never handle a gun myself but love living vicariously through you guys, cheers lads

In ‘95 my barber (true) called and asked if I wanted to buy his grandfathers S&W Navy service revolver. $100. I was new to firearms but bought it anyway and safed it away. In ‘05 I was reading one of those newsstand collectible guns magazines and an article about the S&W .38 Victory models caught my eye. I checked mine and the “V” serial number and “US gov’t property” marks were there. I love these old firearms and feel honored to preserve its excellent condition to pass to the next generation someday. 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

I just wanted to say, thank you Mr.Hickok. You’re the reason why I got into shooting, and it has helped me with my focusing problems. Hope you have a great day! ✌️

In 1948 my father was armed with a 1927 Winchester Model 52 (Slowlock bought in 1928 like new), a1929 Colt Woodsman (bought new), a 1917 Colt New Service Revolver in 45ACP (unissued & as-new through the NRA from the DCM) and a Savage Model 23B in 25-20 that he bought new in 1932. The Savage has a Lyman 438 Fieldscope and he took many groundhogs with it. In 1949, a month or two short of age 6 I got to shoot the Woodsman one shot. My first firearm experience. All are still in the family.

I wish it was 1948 again! Growing up through the 60s,70s and 80s was definitely the best 3 decades to grow up in ever! The cars,the girls,the music and the guns was just the greatest in history to me!

Fictional Back Story.....Robert "Bob" Felderman was born in 1920 in the small town of Duncan Oklahoma. He worked as farm hand doing manual labor and also occasionally as a Security Guard at a local Ranch nearby. The Ranch owner issued Bob a 12g Ithaca shotgun to assist him in standing guard. In 1942 Bob was drafted by the US Army where he served as an infantry soldier in the famous 1st Infantry Division or "Big Red One" overseas in the North African and Sicilian campaigns. He served with distinction and was allowed to bring home a war trophy in the form of a German Mauser Rifle he had taken from a captured German Soldier. He was awarded a bronze star for bravery and had reached the rank of Sergeant when he was honorably discharged after two years in the Army. He returned home to Duncan Oklahoma and received a Heroes Welcome. Bob found out that the Ranch owner he once worked for had passed away and left the Ithaca shotgun to him on one condition; that Bob would one day come back and guard the Ranch. Bob accepted the shotgun and promised he would one day return to guard the Ranch. Bob then applied to be a Deputy Sheriff in the area and was accepted. The department did not issue a standard side arm or shotgun so Bob visited the local gun store and purchased a used Colt .45 caliber revolver in good condition for $20. It was long and cumbersome but reliable and powerful. In his cruiser he also carried the Ithica shotgun that was left to him by the Ranch owner. Mindful of his promise to protect the Ranch, Bob would conduct extra patrols in the area around the Ranch just to make sure all was well. In 1945 Bob Married his High School sweetheart, Miriam Ross and they had their first of three sons in 1950. As a wedding gift, Bob and Miriam received a double barrel 20 gauge shotgun. Bob served for 25 years until being forced to medically retire due to a Job related injury. He was hit by a drunk driver while doing one of his extra patrols near the Ranch. After recovering from his injuries he was offered a job as an overnight Security Guard at the same Ranch he once worked at years ago. The family that owned the ranch could only afford to pay Bob minimum wage and was having a hard time finding a reliable Security Guard. Bob happily accepted the position as he felt he was keeping his promise. Bob carried all three of his prized weapons in his car while on guard duty, leaving the 20g shotgun to his wife for protection. Bob Occasionally scared off thieves and killed an occasional 4 legged predator. In the meanwhile, Bob Jr. Had recently graduated from the local community college with a degree in Criminal Justice. He joined the Sheriff department in 1975. Bob Sr. passed away in 1990 at age 70 of a heart attack, leaving these guns to his oldest son, whom was also serving as a Deputy Sheriff at the time. Bob Jr carried the same revolver and shotgun until his department started issuing standardized weapons: The Colt 1911 and a Remington 870. Bob Jr. Retired from the Sheriffs Department as a Captain in 2005 and went to work as a Security Guard at the same Ranch his father guarded. He fully retired in 2015. The revolver sits on Bob Jr. Bedside table and the rifle and shotgun are stored safely in his closet to this day. Also on the bedside table near the revolver are several family pictures including a picture of his Ex-Wife and Son (Bob III) and also a black and white picture of Mr. Robert "Bob" Felderman Sr. And his lovely wife Miriam.

You’re a national treasure Sir. I appreciate your work and the amount of knowledge you have.

Another trip in Mr Hickok's time machine , you cannot find this content anywhere else , thanks again

Hickok, I love these "Armed in ____ year videos"! Besides Sunday Shoot A Round they're probably my favorite ongoing series that you put out. But it's hard to choose a favorite because every video is great, well produced and informative. Thanks again for your channel 🇺🇸

My relatives were in the Pacific, so I have the Arisaka Type 38 6.5x50 Carbine, one GrandPa had a Savage/Stevens 12GA and the other a US Revolver .38S&W with a Smoot for the pocket. My cousin has the shotgun.

All those guns are guns I would feel very safe with! Thank you Hickok for all of your great videos. I would love to smoke some pots with you!

Hickok 45, as much as I like watching you shoot pistols well, I really like watching you shoot the vintage revolvers. I can't believe how accurate you shoot them.

I’ve been struggling with bad anxiety all weekend and just wanted to let you know that your videos bring me peace and calm me down Mr. Hickok, you’re a great man and thank you for the entertainment.

We need an armed from the sears catalog series. Ted Williams,JC Higgins etc. Good and inexpensive

👍👍Nice selection. I was born in 1948. The Ithaca 37 was the first firearm I ever shot. My dad had a Ithaca 37 featherweight in 20ga. I inherited it and had countless days of hunting success from rabbits to whitetail with that gun. Still in great shape. It also was born in 1948 and my son and grandson now have it. That Colt is a beauty. The cylinder is huge. This is an interesting series of what the average Joe would have been armed with and why during a certain period.

The Ithaca Model 37 is a beauty and can still be bought today!

My dad had a 1927 A5 Browning shot gun A 1944 colt police positive in 32-20 revolver and 1891 Mauser bring back also great choices great video thanks Hickok 45

To only have 3 guns in 1948 I would’ve gone with a S&W revolver, a Remington Model 11 shotgun, and probably a Winchester 94 for the rifle. Where I live that covers everything you might encounter and possibly survive.

Great choices H45. I inherited a .38 special, 16 guage and a 30/30 from my Grandfather 25yrs ago. They look almost exact to your choices. He was poor and had what he had. Still cherish them to this day.

Good choices! I've got a VZ24 that dad brought home. He took it from Lieutenant Joseph Avokian (an Armenian pressed into service by the Germans) when the Île de Porquerolles was captured off the coast of Southern France.

Another great "Armed in..." video, Hickok45! I was born in 1948 so will have to go with the guns I remember my Dad had. The one that really stood out was a beautiful S&W 6" K-frame 38 Special that was a pre-Model 10. It was the first gun I shot at about 9 years old. I'd bugged my Dad about shooting it but he never took me out with him so one day I climbed up on a chair and got it and a box of ammo and off to the woods out back I went. What a blast! But boy did he wallop me later when he found out! He also had a single shot 12 gauge shotgun and a Winchester 30-30. And a couple .22LR revolvers.

"Bring Backs" were fairly common after World War II, My Grandfather brought back 3 Japanese Arisakas, 2 Rifles in 7.7 and a Cavalry Carbine in 6.5, all of which are in my Collection. Far as I know there wasn't really any paperwork for that at the time either, and if there was it wasn't really enforced. My Grandfather stated that all they did was ask what was in his Sea Bag as he got of the Ship and he said " just some Jap rifles" a he walked off. He also traveled cross country with them as he Lived in San Francisco CA and his ship docked on the east coast for decommissioning in 1946.

Can’t wait for the next video “Armed in 1692” featuring stakes and nooses.

Such beauties, can’t wait for more armed in year videos

I am 45 years old but I'm an old soul. I was born in the wrong era. My dad was born in 1947 and the story he tells about how life was, mostly hard when he was younger, but he had a blast in the 60's. As far as firearms go it was a much simpler time. Not near as many people and not near as much crime. I still prefer the older firearms because they were rugged and tough, they just worked. I would have chosen a 1911, the Ithaca 12 gauge and a Winchester model 94 in 30-30.

Revolver is over a hundred years old and still looks brand new. They don't make em like that anymore.

I love my Ithaca deerslayer. It was given to me by my dad. He and my uncle both went out and bought matching shotguns years ago. They and I have taken many of deer with it.

"this one was made in 1912, I remember it well" absolutely sent me hahaha.... Thanks for all the years of laughs Hickok ! ♥

My Uncle loved to hunt birds using the Ithaca model 37. He took me along on a few bird walks.

That colt is gorgeous!!!!!!!

Hickok : “so it could have came over that way, or it could have come over any other way. Okay?” Me in my head : “okay😄”

True Story -- In early 1945 I was going on 4 years old when a truck driver dropped off a long heavy box to our upstairs appartment. Marked "Scarfs - neckerchiefs - and other souveniours from Germany". My Grandmother was delighted. The box was very heavy and difficult for our land lord to open for us. Inside was a brand new Mauser 98 with bayonet, feeding clips, extra Bolt, and a small supply of 8mm ammo. Not any scarfs or other things were found! Living with us until her death in 1959, she never forgave my father. The rifle was given to me and I still have it to this day. Mausers like the one in this video were available at many hardware stores here in northeast Ohio. Stacked in 55 gal drums, you picked what you wanted for about $15 to $19 ! Now, at age 80, that's what I call the Good old Days! Thanks for all the great videos over the years. Many, like this one, bring back memories of the different world we grew up in.

God, that colt new service is in nice condition.

We need an "Armed in 1912" video!!

The only gun tuber I can listen to for an hour every Sunday. 🎯

Another outstanding video

They would be excellent choices in 1948, almost state of the art.

Old school is my style. I'm a die hard black powder person. However I want one more A. K. 47 just because. Those weapons your presenting now are as reliable as they get. Very well presented. Keep up the good work. 💯💯💪💪👍👍

That Colt is sweet!

good morning yall, getting ready for a range day and hickok beat me to it🤙

My Dad bought a remington 11-48. In 48. He also had a .22 pistol he brought back from the navy, I think it was a woodsman. No rifle though. I did have a g98 in the 80s and you're right they are great rifles.

I am so glad I am subscribed to this channel! I have learned a lot of firearm education from this brilliant man. Thank you for every video you have uploaded and more to come.

"When your down in Tennessee, where freedom is alive. If you hear shots coming from the woods, it's Hickok 45...life is good..." hey, Tennessee! 🙋‍♂️

Just resently got a 1950 Mossberg model 152k .22, shoots like a dream 😁

The Ithaca 37 is, in my opinion (and many people) the most beautiful and best shotgun ever.

OUTSTANDING. Nice revolver. 🦅

I wish it was 1948.

I’d say this is a very accurate depiction of what the average American was “armed” with in 1948. My dad’s uncle had a Luger P08 war bring back. His friend’s dad brought back a whole bunch of bolt action Mauser rifles from Germany. Used them for hunting. Also had a Mauser pistol, which probably was self defense. It was probably the golden era of firearms ownership, because gi and foreign military surplus firearms were so plentiful and cheap

Awesome video and nice guns for chosen in 1949 and thanks for sharing Hickok45

I like how Hicock didn't miss a shot this video

"Self taught in my head". ~ Hickok45 😆

I was born in 1948 so I'm close to you in age. our stuff compares kinda close. I have my dad's S&W Victory model in .38 spl. Not sure if it is from WW2 or Korea. He was an aviator and it is stamped US NAVY. and a M96 Mouser I picked up At a sporting goods store for under a $100.And of course a Mossberg 500. Still all in use today! Keep doing what you are doing!!

I am fairly confident that this man goes back in time to different places to get these firearms

Always love seeing these "Armed in ..." videos. I've recently inherited/been gifted several of my grandfather's and great grandfather's firearms, including a Remington 742 Woodsmaster in .30-06, Remington 552 Speedmaster .22, and a 1952 Smith & Wesson K-22 Masterpiece. I had a neighbor help me get them cleaned up and I love shooting them all, especially that S&W. Such a cool revolver to have! My great-grandfather used to store it on top of the refrigerator at his farm house, just in case.

I was born in 1948 and would rather have firearms that were around then than any of the plastic and aluminium tactical stuff that is the "fashion" nowadays.

My dad didn't get a handgun until 1962, but in 1948 he picked up a JC Higgins Model 20 in 12 gauge and a 98 Mauser in 8mm. The Mauser eventually became his Elk rifle. I have to admit, I find it a bit odd to have both a slug gun and a rifle in a 3 gun outfit. If I had the rifle, I think I'd opt for a straight up Model 37. Maybe in 16 gauge. That is a fine set of guns you showed us, though (especially that Colt. WOW!). Thanks for sharing them with us.

1962 was the beginning of my hunting years. We weren't rich but we weren't poor either. Buying a firearm in the used category was the norm for us. Your 1948 choices were still available on the used gun racks at the sporting goods stores. My 3030 was a 1938 Winchester Model 94 in 30 WCF. My dad paid $50 for it and paid $5 a week till it was paid for and given to me as an early Christmas present back in 1964. The same year I shot my first buck with it. Pop bought me an old 12-gauge single shot at a yard sale. The man wanted $10, and my Pop told the man it was for me, and the man sold it to me for $3. The old shotgun used to kick my 97 pounds around pretty good. Those shotguns were plentiful and could be purchased all over the place. Back then there was one behind every kitchen door of everybody I knew. My 22 was a 1917 Stevens Crack Shot that started out as my Grand Pap's hog butchering gun. Squirrels didn't stand a chance back when I had the eyesight of an eagle. I didn't mess with handguns until I got out of the Army back in 1976 even though Pop always had a 22-revolver holstered to his side. They were the best of times for me!!!!!

I have a Zastava M48 in 8 mm. It is basically a Serbian copy of Kar98. A great riffle btw

I love your channel so much hikok. You're so knowledgeable on guns. I've learned a lot from you.

I love my Remington 31 in 16 gauge from 37! Smoothest pump I’ve ever used.

I think there was an episode from the series Band of Brothers where one of the paratroopers recieved one of those Colt revolvers as a gift from his hometown police department.

Present Hickok45 thanking his past self for making such great choices!

John I love watching you and your Dad's videos ! I am envious of the shooting range ! That's my favorite kind of range !

This video made my day. It brought some much needed mental floss to what had been a rather challenging day! Thank you, Mr. H.

I would feel heavily armed with this selection. I was made in '51 ,so I've collected a similar trio.

As a carrier camping and hunting a 1911 is my first choice then a Glock 9. I'm a die hard black powder person. I'm addicted to 1800's Colt revolvers. "RELIABILITY" is 1st. Keep up the good work. 💯💯💪💪👍👍

John A. Viernum had a model 1903 Colt .32 in 1948. Now I have it.

That 8mm hits those plates, HARD!!

Great choices for any time period. I would certainly choose those beautiful firearms in 2022.

I love how hickok probably smoked one joint in 1968 and still makes the same old "lets smoke some pot" joke in every video 😁

My uncle was a World War II veteran and I have his Remington 03A3 made in 1942. Great rifle!

AK-47 (7.62x39mm), Browning Auto-5 (12 Gauge), Browning Hi-Power (9x19mm).

I am a big fan of your videos. Thank you for your posts!

Love the Armed In series and think this might be my favorite. I can imagine my dad owning all three. Great video and as always, love to the gong.

I would expect a brand new Remington 700, a Browning a5, and a Colt Detective Special

I just pulled out my 1948 1 ton Dodge truck 100% original 230 flathead inline 6 after 25 years and then this video popped up!

Beautiful guns, Hickok!

I have the 8mm mouser and the 12ga Ithaca deer slayer and two 45 long Colt Uberti, my cowboy single action shooters. Love shooting them all

Nicely done sir, a nice combination of period appropriate Fire arms!

Love these videos of historical firearms

In 1948 I just got borned. My parents wouldn't let me have a firearm then but did get me a single shot Marlin .22 9 years later. Great video, really appreciate it.

Love that Ithaca shotty. Awesome video

I’d love the pair of long guns today. 😅

Thank you Hickok!!

There’s one thing about those is they still work today...

That Colt is beautiful indeed.

Since those years and still working. This is amazing!!!

Grandpa's guns fed my mom's family, with game from Nebraska to Alaska. Moose, Elk, Deer, Ducks, Pheasant, and many more, were harvested with Winchester model 71 (.348), Winchester model 97 (16g), Winchester model 1890 (.22). He only had 1 handgun that he brought back from the war. JP Sauer and Sohns 38H, taken from an Officer, in WW2. (.32 ACP)

They were a few years before me but I do remember some of my friends and family with these guns from that time. As far as choosing? I live them all! Kind Thanks and Many Blessings! DaveyJO in Pennsylvania

I don't know how true it is but I've heard from multiple old timers the reason behind revolvers ruling for so long was that a lot of mass produced semi-auto pistols didn't run proper out of the box the way they do now. They required a little extra tweeking by a Smith to get it right.

I love the colt revolver... 😎👍

Sweet firearms. I just bought my grandfather’s 1948 Farmall M.

This really helps appreciate military surplus rifles from the WW2 era, like the Mosin Nagant bolt-action rifle I own. Even in 1948, the average U.S. citizen would be equipped similar to soldiers of the day.

Charlie Owens in Austell Georgia had a Browning A-5, Savage Model 99 in 250-3000 and a S&W .32 nickel plated revolver as well as a Winchester Model 1903 in .22 Winchester Automatic chambering…I inherited them after he passed (except the 99) and still have them all 🤘🤘🤘

guns grandpa actually had in 1948.IIRC remington model 11 shotgun, browning a-5 shotgun, S&W 38 special revolver, ithca 20 ga pump shotgun, browning 22 gallery special 22 short only,?? savage 99 lever action, winchester leaver action 32 win special. seems like he had a high standard 22 pistol , though it could have been bought in the 50s

Great video as always

You should get some cool moving targets. That would be sweet.

Love those old Ithaca 37 "riot guns".! Smooth as butter. I used one for years.

All good choices. I think I would have chosen a 1911 , a m1 garand and the same shotgun. Or maybe what I could find cheep if I was poor, I am going to bet that there was a lot of cheep firearms available. Great video thanks for all that you and John do.