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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.
bought this year, only 500 shots through it so far.
im looking for a Snub nose revolver .38 or .357 of similar value
also very interested in a Ruger LCR, preferably in either .38 or .357
may also be interested in other subcompact handguns. let me know
Used Dan Wesson w12 revolver
Can change barrels on it if you have extra barrels and tool
This gun does not come with extra barrels or tools
$775 obo
Sold as is
FREE transfer at AL AMMO LLC
Call or text at 3609310464
Selling my lightly used Uberti 1858 with Howell arms 45LC conversion cylinder. Have only ran a little over one box of cowboy loads through it. As I’m selling it with the black powder cylinder installed it will not require an FFL background check. I’m also including what’s left of a box of 45LC...
As shown with 37 rounds of defensive ammo
3 rounds through it.
Meet in Albany or surrounding area.
Trade considered: Dillon 750XL (doesn’t need to be a $1K setup, looking for working base as a second press).
Seeking a Ruger SP-101 revolver
2-inch snub
357 magnum
Stainless steel finish
Exposed hammer
Sold mine years ago, would like to replace it. Based on Vancouver, WA
Thanks!
Used in very good condition .38sp/.38+ Smith & Wesson 64-8 K-frame round butt in stainless steel w/ 2-pcs heavy barrel (mirror bore). I believe this could be a law enforcement trade-in, but it is not marked as such. Lock up is solid and action is solid.
I'm looking to trade this for a Nagant...
1974 Blued Sturm Ruger "Security Six" 357mag Revolver with Pachmayr Grips and vintage Hunter "Snap-Off" Belt Holster.
$550 cash / $600 Trade value.
Transfer at Highline firearms in Newberg or Tigard Pawn.
My other listings:
FAL Accessories...
Smith & Wesson 64 K-frame round butt revolver with 2 pcs heavy barrel. I believe this is a police trade-in, however, it does not have any police or corrections markings on it. Locks up nice and tight, mirror bore. Probably never got much use. It is a newer model judging by the "Hillary Hole" and...
I have for sale a Charter Arms snub nose 38 special revolver that is in its original box. As far as I can tell with a serial number of 472xxx, it was manufactured in the early 1980s and has was not ever fired by the previous owner. I believe it is new in the box
I put this up as a for sale...
S&W 640
.357 mag hammerless revolver
Purchased brand-new from sportsman's warehouse on March 25, 2020.
Fired a few times at the range.
It has the original box, lock, manual & receipt, also belt holster &
1 box ammo included.
what you see is what you get. Colt single action style. 357. How you see it is how I got it years ago. Meant to put iron sights on it but never got around to it.
I purchased this from the original owner in January of this year, It has been fired less that 20 rounds since new.
It will come with the Colt blue box, all paperwork, as well as 2 HKS Speed-loaders and a black right hand Lobo Leather IWB holster ($100) value.
This was a limited special run that...
Fresh Trade in
Cimarron New Sheriff
45LC
3.5" Barrel
Wood Grips
$479.99 + background or shipping to your FFL
https://www.highlinefirearms.com/products/cimarron-3591