Poll: Do you like revolvers in automatic cartridges?

[kmk1012]

What, no Taurus 9mm Revolver love…. I've not had a hiccup with mine, she just runs without issue.
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I have had no issues with mine either it's just not as refined as my other ones. Plus, the longer barrels make steel at 100 yards almost easy.

 

[orygun]

I don't have much interest in a revolver that shoots pistol cartridges. If I shot single action revolvers, I might have a convertible that shot 9mm or 45ACP.
Besides the possibility of cheaper ammo, in a revolver there's not anything a pistol cartridge can do that a revolver cartridge can't do better.

 

[Index75]

I love my S&W 310 Night Guard in 10mm. The moon clips are like mini speed loaders. It's difficult as hell to master, but oh so fun to train with.

 

[kmk1012]

I don't have much interest in a revolver that shoots pistol cartridges. If I shot single action revolvers, I might have a convertible that shot 9mm or 45ACP.
Besides the possibility of cheaper ammo, in a revolver there's not anything a pistol cartridge can do that a revolver cartridge can't do better.

That was my sentiments at first as well, until I actually got my S&W in 9mm. That thing is a hoot to shoot, always sparks interest at the range, and is cheaper to make steel ring with my three oldest always taking turns with it. I had the BMT loading tool and something like 50 moon clips. The kids load them ahead of time and when we get to the range we can go through over 400 rounds of 9mm faster than I can earn the money. Oh well, quality time with the kids is what I find fun.

 

[CLT65]

It's interesting that moon clips seem to be a love them or hate them thing. It's not a practicality thing for me; I have plenty of more practical guns. I just like old historical guns, and the WWI .45acp revolvers are very practical for what they are.

I'm cheap, so why spend money on a clip tool when I can make one? I found an old used thermowell in the junk at work, ground and filed the end, and have a very useful clip loading/unloading tool. Like kmk1012, I'll load up a bunch of clips, and burn through them by the dozens at the range. I really like moon clips; they make for a super easy revolver reload.

All my other revolvers use pistol cartridges more traditional for revolvers, and I like them too. If I could only have one handgun, and it was a 1917 S&W, it wouldn't be the worst choice and I wouldn't feel undergunned. If it's good enough for Indiana...

 

[kmk1012]

It's interesting that moon clips seem to be a love them or hate them thing. It's not a practicality thing for me; I have plenty of more practical guns. I just like old historical guns, and the WWI .45acp revolvers are very practical for what they are.

I'm cheap, so why spend money on a clip tool when I can make one? I found an old used thermowell in the junk at work, ground and filed the end, and have a very useful clip loading/unloading tool. Like kmk1012, I'll load up a bunch of clips, and burn through them by the dozens at the range. I really like moon clips; they make for a super easy revolver reload.

All my other revolvers use pistol cartridges more traditional for revolvers, and I like them too. If I could only have one handgun, and it was a 1917 S&W, it wouldn't be the worst choice and I wouldn't feel undergunned. If it's good enough for Indiana...

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I've been wanting a 1917 for a loooong time, they are getting a premium lately though.

 

[CLT65]

I've been wanting a 1917 for a loooong time, they are getting a premium lately though.

Same here. I passed one up back in the '90s, always wished I'd have bought it. I found this one at the local gun shop a couple years ago for $225. It is a later Brazilian contract gun; the finish isn't real nice, and it had funky rubber grips on it, but it's mechanically excellent. I nearly sprained my wrist whipping out my wallet.

 

[kmk1012]

Same here. I passed one up back in the '90s, always wished I'd have bought it. I found this one at the local gun shop a couple years ago for $225. It is a later Brazilian contract gun; the finish isn't real nice, and it had funky rubber grips on it, but it's mechanically excellent. I nearly sprained my wrist whipping out my wallet.

I almost (so close, almost) dropped $1500 on one on the southern Oregon coast that was in very good shape. But, the whole instant BGC's taking two weeks I didn't buy it. Kinda kicking myself for not getting it but at least I still have the $$$ in my pocket.

 

[dave peoples]

de-mooning tool made from worn out 45acp barrel. works great. just drilled out the chamber a hair.

 

[TTSX]

What about automatics in revolver cartridges?

 

[kmk1012]

What about automatics in revolver cartridges?

I would love a Deagle!

 

[oremike]

Do the Webleys that have been modified to shoot 45 acp take moon clips that might be kind of cool?

 

[Bobbygun]

What about automatics in revolver cartridges?

Yes! I enjoy shooting my Desert Eagle in .44 Magnum, much more than I enjoyed shooting the S&W Governor I used to own with .45ACP using moon clips. Oh, shooting the Governor was okay. It was messing with the moon clips that wasn't so great. I sold the gun before I got around to buying a de-mooning tool. I liked shooting .45 Colt loads in the Governor. It fit my hand much better than the Ruger Blackhawk I previously owned in that caliber. Someday I suppose I may regret selling the Governor, but it was a safe queen. I sold it several years ago and no feelings of anguish yet.

 

[nammac]

What about automatics in revolver cartridges?

Like a S&W Model 52 .38 Special midrange wadcutter? Or a 1911 in the same caliber?

Would love to have either, but prices on quality examples seems to be climbing ever higher.

 

[Wombat of Doom]

Like a S&W Model 52 .38 Special midrange wadcutter? Or a 1911 in the same caliber?

Would love to have either, but prices on quality examples seems to be climbing ever higher.

Great, now I want a 52 in .38 special.

 

[orygun]

What about automatics in revolver cartridges?

Coonan?

 

[oremike]

Like a S&W Model 52 .38 Special midrange wadcutter? Or a 1911 in the same caliber?

Would love to have either, but prices on quality examples seems to be climbing ever higher.

Well there is the 38 Super and some claim it can be shot in a 38 Special revolver

 

[orygun]

Well there is the 38 Super and some claim it can be shot in a 38 Special revolver

My brother in law didn't understand the difference. He said they were kinda sticky getting out of the cylinder and the extractor would slide over the rims, making the cases hard to get out. I had him show me the box of ammo, then explained the difference. He gave me the rest of the box and I passed it on to someone with the right gun.
I soulda just bought a gun to go with the ammo...

 

[CountryGent]

Do the Webleys that have been modified to shoot 45 acp take moon clips that might be kind of cool?

Yes. They use the same clips as the Smith & Wesson .45 ACP revolvers. At least the ones I've owned/shot.

 

[CountryGent]

Random thoughts ....

I haven't had a ton of experience with revolvers in automatic cartridges in the past, but recent shooting has been most enjoyable with these:



Left to right: Smith & Wesson 25—2 1955 Target Model and modified Webley Ⅵ. With the former, I mainly have been shooting 230-grain ball. With the latter, Steinel's excellent reduced power loads for "shaved" Webleys. The Smith is very accurate indeed. And the British piece ain't bad.

Reloading a revolver will likely never be as fast as slamming a magazine home on an auto, but I've found moon-clip feeding very fast. The one from our English friends is as quick as I've ever seen with a wheelgun. I haven't taken either of these to a match but they could be, in theory, used in ICORE's Big 6 Division.

With respect to loading/unloading clips, as with so many things, having the right tools determines if it is a chore or no biggie. While not inexpensive, I've found the combination of these two made the job a breeze:



Load up a bunch of clips whilst watching a film or whatnot, shoot at one's leisure, and de-moon on another off-time.

Beyond that, Ruger's 10㎜ offering is tempting, but I have divested myself of all .40 S&W and 10㎜ Automatic, so less attractive. Czechpoint USA used to import the Alfa Proj in 9㎜, but, alas, they haven't be available for some time now. Manurhin offers, or at least used to, a 9㎜ cylinder with the gorgeous .357 Magnums; though every specimen I've seen is a work of art, I could never get past the sticker shock. Charter offers innovative snubs in automatic cartridges that do not require moon-clips. Neat, and I've found their present offerings, while a little rough, an excellent value; just not enough to invest in one of the aforementioned unique wheelguns. So, reckon I'll stick with the .45s for now.

Regarding autoloaders in revolver cartridges; I've always had a fascination with them. I owned a Desert Eagle in .44 Magnum for a while. Finicky but man are they fun, particularly on bowling pins. Coonans are neat, but haven't played with them much. The Auto Mags look like fun, but the price tag, past issues, and proprietary cartridge has kept me away. I'm still on the lookout for a used LAR Grizzly in forty-four.

Anywho, fun thread so far. Look forward to other thoughts, range reports, and wacky adventures.