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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.
Purchase this 6 rounds snuby, just because I wanted it at the time. Shot 25 rounds through it. Very accurate. And awesome carry. But I am more of a semi auto guy. So I only carry my G43X. So this one needs to go, because it’s lonely.
I am including an IWB leather holster.
Price at $300.00 buyer...
For sale for cash...
Nice, old H&R Hammerless Small Frame 2nd Model, 3rd Variation top-break revolver. Chambered in .32 S&W caliber. DAO. Auto ejector for spent shells. 3 inch barrel. Five shot. Blued. Manufactured between 1910-1913.
Pistol functions properly. Serial numbers match and grips...
[Sold Pending Funds and Transfer - Will Take Down Ad when Transfer is Complete]
Taurus M990 Revolver – 22LR
[If ad is up – revolver is still for sale]
$425
Buyer pays fees
Cash, no trades
No holds, no queue, first one to schedule transfer meetup apt. at FFL gets it
Finish – matte stainless
4...
Small Quantity of Various Large Caliber Revolver Brass for Reloading
FREE (including shipping via USPS)
ONLY to NWFA Supporting Member (Bronze level or greater)
All or nothing (won't break up)
All brass is unprocessed - RANGE PICKUP.
44 MAG: Qty of 25 (all AMMO Inc.)
454 Casul: Qty of 2...
For sale, A High Standard .36 caliber Commemorative revolver. 1776-1976
It is new and comes with a pewter belt buckle, in a leather case. Made in USA by High Standard Firearms.
Asking $785.00
No FFL Needed.
Need to sell my Rough Rider revolver in .22 lr. The handgun has a total round count of 25 rounds. Shoots so good it gets boring. Comes with the original box and all the factory inclusions like lock and paperwork. This one did not come with the 22 mag cylinder.
Looking for cash offers only, I...
Why do they even bother arresting anyone if they are just going to be released to commit more armed robberies the next day.?
https://www.kgw.com/article/news/local/7-11-customer-clerk-stop-armed-robbery/283-d4d05bfa-dd33-4d98-a69c-8f301703f364
Having a renewed interest attraction to revolvers the last few years, in which I used when I started my career...'tis fitting to revisit an old classic.
Being in more than a few encounters, one thing is for certain...criminals still resent being arrested, and this resentment unfortunately has...
Like brand new! COLT Anaconda 4" stainless with original box and papers! This gun is like brand new! Check out the pics! Asking $3,000.00 Text 360.259.8950 with any questions.
5" .38 S&W Victory model. Has had post-war action tuning, jewelling, and re-bluing. Marks thinned from polishing but blue work was well done and has good coverage except some loss in spots fully pictured. Cylinder has not been reamed/altered and is as originally built for .38 S&W cartridge...
Remington 250rd pack of .38 special, plus a box of Sig Sauer .357 magnum (missing one round). Will throw in an extra open box of Gold Dots in .38 special.
Trade for 9mm or 10mm
Will meet at Sportsman’s 185th or A Cut Above.
Thank you
Price drop $160 if all cash...
EAA Windicator Revolver .38 Special 4 Barrel 6 Rounds Rubber Grips Blue Finish
Good condition and well cared for. Includes Case.
$300 OBO
If you want this gun, we meet at a FFL dealership and go through FFL background check, per Oregon and Washington state laws. This is paid by the buyer.
Selling my Taurus 856 in great condition! Have fired over 100 rounds and it’s been a fun handgun. Has pachmyer wood grips and lighter pull springs along with an AmeriGlo night vision front sight.No trades, buyer pays transfer fee.