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revolver
A revolver is a repeating firearm that has a revolving cylinder containing multiple chambers and at least one barrel for firing. The term "revolver" refers to a handgun, but other weapons may also have a revolving chamber. These include some models of grenade launchers, shotguns, and rifles.
Though the original name was revolving gun, the short-hand "revolver" is universally used. (Cannon using this mechanism are known as revolver cannon.) Nearly all early revolvers and many modern ones have six chambers in the cylinder, giving rise to the slang term six-shooter; however, revolvers with a number of different chambers have been made, with most modern revolvers having 5 or 6 chambers.
The revolver allows the user to fire multiple rounds without reloading. Each time the user cocks the hammer, the cylinder revolves to align the next chamber and round with the hammer and barrel, which gives this type of firearm its name. In a single-action revolver, the user pulls the hammer back with his free hand or thumb; the trigger pull only releases the hammer. In a double-action revolver, pulling the trigger moves the hammer back, then releases it, which requires a longer and heavier trigger pull than single-action. Loading and unloading a double-action revolver requires the operator to swing out the cylinder and insert the proper ammunition, all while keeping the gun pointed in a safe direction.
The first guns with multichambered cylinders that revolved to feed one barrel were made in the late 16th century in Europe. They were expensive and rare curiosities. Not until the 19th century would revolvers become common weapons of industrial production. One of the first was a flintlock revolver patented by Elisha Collier in 1814. The first percussion cap revolver was invented by the Italian Francesco Antonio Broccu 1833. He received a prize of 300 francs for his invention; although he did not patent it, his revolver was shown to King Charles Albert of Sardinia. However, in 1835 a similar handgun was patented by Samuel Colt, who would go on to make the first mass-produced revolver.
The first cartridge revolvers were produced around 1854 by Eugene Lefaucheux.
Revolvers soon became standard for nearly all uses. In the early 20th century, semi-automatic pistols were developed, which can hold more rounds, and are faster to reload. "Automatic" pistols also have a flat profile, more suitable for concealed carry. Semi-auto pistols were not considered reliable enough for serious police work or self-defense until the later half of the century, however, and revolvers were the dominant handgun for police and civilians until modern pistols such as the Beretta 92 and Glock 17 were developed in the 70s and 80s. Automatic pistols have almost completely replaced revolvers in military and law enforcement use (in military use, from 1910-1960; in law enforcement, in the 1980s and 1990s).
Revolvers still remain popular as back-up and off-duty handguns among American law enforcement officers and security guards. Also, revolvers are still common in the American private sector as defensive and sporting/hunting firearms. Famous police and military revolvers include the Webley, the Colt Single Action Army, the Colt Police Special, the Smith & Wesson Model 36, the Smith & Wesson Model 10, the Smith & Wesson 1917, the Smith & Wesson Model 3 the Nagant M1895.
So, I stopped by the local gun shop and there was a 327 federal magnum sp101. They don’t have one anymore. I bought it. It was way lower than gunbroker and it already had wood grips.
In other news, I think my wife wants my 327 lcrx as hers.
Selling a Taurus M380 Ultralite chambered in 380 acp, it is in excellent condition and comes with the factory box. Asking $345
I am not able to take trades on this item, cash deals only (no payment apps) and the transfer is to be completed in Hillsboro at my ffl. please make all contact through pm.
For sale - purchased in October 2023 from Cabela’s Smith and Wesson Lady Smith 38 revolver , has only had 20 rounds through it.
Comes with box and everything it came with new.
New (we paid) $560
Price $450
Would trade for Ruger LCR .22 revolver
Buyer pays all transfer fees at local FFL
Selling My Ruger GP100 in 22LR. 10 shot. Revolver is in excellent condition. Minimal wear from being in the case and a turn line on the cylinder. Have hogue grip installed, comes with original hardwood inlay rubber grip. $700 takes it. Buyer pays transfer
Selling my 1976 Colt Trooper MKIII .357 Mag revolver at a great price to fund a new project.
Excellent condition, clean bore, beautiful original wood grips and classic Colt mirror finish.
$700 and includes a leather holster and 50rnds of ammo.
no trades
A very nice condition Enfield No.2 Mk.I** revolver, caliber .380 Enfield (aka .38/200, .38 S&W). All matching numbers. Manufacture in 1942, double-action only. Original lanyard ring, & bakelite grips with ambidextrous thumbrests.The revolver will come with a set of Lee reloading dies, a...
Never fired, but not BNIB. 14” barreled .460 XVR. Has a brand new Burris 2-7 on it now as well. Included, 80 rds of various flavor. Received this in a trade, I have no use for a hand howitzer. It’s way cool though 😂
Full package, $2200, offers and trades. Willing to travel, if it fits in my...
Pietta 1860 Army Black Powder Revolver 44 cal. Case hardened frame
Revolver is new without the box and looking for a new home. Cylinder has factory engraving.
$250 CASH only
Pistol or Revolver: What is your preferred carry load?
As for myself, I really like the Critical Defense 9mm 115 gr. for my primary gun.
"Critical DEFENSE® handgun ammunition is ideal for backup weapons, off-duty carry or for those serving in executive protection, undercover operations, or...
Haven't put more than a cylinder of 22LR through it. Neat concept, but not up my alley. The 22WMR cylinder came without being fully finished, as shown. It's not rust, but it looks like whatever finish was under it before coating. Didn't bother me enough to bug Diamondback about it, but their...
Something I'd like to install soon is a secure, but quickly accessible handgun safe for an N-frame revolver in .44 Magnum. There would only be one firearm in this safe. (I might be acquiring more than one later.) Barrel lengths would be in the 5—6½" zone.
Recommendations? Thanks much.
Ruger GP100 5"
Lipseys exclusive
Excellent condition
Original box
Minimal use with light cylinder line
3 Speed loaders
Ammo available
This is being offered for trade only, and I have a very limited list of 'needs'. Please do not tempt me and guess at my 'wants' list.
Trades limited to the...
This revolver is offered at $515.00 cash, no trades. This model was made from 1949 to 1999 The dash 1 engineering change was only in effect for 2 years and is not often seen. This is a very good shooter grade quality gun.
The bore is bright and shiny, timing and lock up are good It has the...
Selling a Smith & Wesson 625-8 chambered in 45ACP, this pistol is new / unfired. Asking $950
I am not able to take trades on this item, cash deals only (no payment apps) and the transfer is to be completed in Hillsboro at my ffl. please make all contact through pm, lowball offers will be ignored.
I happened upon a revolver up for auction that hits a number of points that suit my fancy, including it being nickeled. As it is an older arm, there is some minor flaking on said.
Can anyone recommend a company / gunsmith that could re-plate such? How much difficulty would it involve? I'm...
I have a 1977 Smith and Wesson Model 18-4 for sale. This model is chambered in 22LR, has a 4" barrel and has a pinned barrel with recessed cylinder. Comes with the original box but no manual.