Revolver Timing: What You Need to Know
What does all this basic revolver talk have to do with timing? Well, “timing” refers to the way the chambers in the cylinder align with the barrel. Think of it like an analog clock.
Revolvers
Revolver Rant: A Real .22 Magnum – Smith & Wesson’s Model 53 in .22 Jet
Built on the same S&W K-Frame used for the Model 19, the Model 53 was a handy wheel gun. It’s richly blued and svelte with a number of interesting features not seen on traditional K-Frames…plus a few quirks.
Reproduction Cool: Traditions 1873 Single Action Liberty
This gun is a great choice for target shooting and cowboy action. And, of course, it can also be used for closer-range hunting on animals like raccoons, feral hogs, and smaller deer with good shot placement.
Taurus’s New Model 650 Small Frame Shrouded Hammer Revolver
With the growing popularity of small-frame revolvers for personal defense, Taurus—a leader in revolver innovation—proudly reintroduces the Taurus 650, a
Introducing the VZ High Horn J-Frame Grips
The VZ Grips High Horns have an open bottom and closed back that reaches high on the frame, balancing concealability with shooting comfort.
Taurus Unveils the 608 Competition-Ready Revolver
The 608 Competition is Taurus’ first competition-ready revolver. It’s designed to be ready to compete right out of the box. The 608 Competition comes with a custom-tuned trigger, which can be adjusted without a gunsmith.
Seen on Gunbroker: 3:10 to Yuma ‘The Hand of God’ Movie Gun Charity Auction
As I write this, the 3:10 to Yuma H.O.G. gun is a just a skosh out of my price range, but given how nice the gun is and the fact that all the proceeds are going to GOA, plus the appeal to movie buffs, that’s no surprise.
Henry Releases the New Golden Boy .22 Revolver
The 10-round Henry Golden Boy rimfire revolver features a deeply blued steel medium-size frame, genuine American walnut grip panels, and a highly polished brass backstrap and trigger guard.
Revolver Rant: Shiny Brazilian Round Butts
Not everyone can afford a $1,000+ wheel-gun. Trust me, I know. I still remember buying brand new GP100s for under $450 and I thought that was expensive when I was a rookie patrolman.
Revolver Rants: Czech Out APF’s R1 Wheel Guns
You can’t get more classically American than that. Immigrants move to Miami with a passion for capitalism and shooting. Then they start a gun import company and bring over some fine pieces from the old country. I love stories like that. It’s truly the American dream.