Strategies for Enhancing Quickness in Revolver Use with Speed Loaders
In the world of firearms, manufacturers are increasingly offering a valuable modification on production guns – chamfered chambers. This simple yet effective change can significantly improve the functioning of revolvers, especially when it comes to speedloading.
Chamber chamfering refers to a slight beveling of the chamber mouth, making it easier for bullets to sink into the chamber. This is particularly beneficial for bullets with rounded ogives and those with gilded metal jackets or solid copper construction, as they feed much better than bullets with sharp shoulders or soft-lead bullets.
However, chamber chamfering is just one part of the equation. The stocks of revolvers also play a crucial role in their performance, especially when using speedloaders. Ensuring the stocks are sufficiently relieved for clearance is essential to allow the speedloader to function smoothly. This means the left stock panel must be properly relieved to allow the loader a straight shot into the chambers, and the stock clearance needs to be sufficient with the longest loaded cartridges that will conceivably be used in the gun.
If the panel is too proud in this area, it will push the loader outboard, resulting in the cartridges entering at an angle and binding up. To avoid this, it's important to maintain the area underneath the extractor star and the area of the breechface behind the cylinder free of carbon and debris.
Many revolvers meant for self-defense have stocks that are incompatible with most speedloaders. In such cases, it might be necessary to seek custom solutions from gunsmiths like TK Custom, who offer chamfered chambers and cylinder machining services for Smith & Wesson revolvers.
Smith & Wesson themselves have embraced this modification, offering chamber chamfering on their popular Lipsey's Ultimate Carry revolvers. Other manufacturers like Taurus have also jumped on board, offering a chamfer on their Executive Series guns.
Moreover, the efficiency of a revolver can also be enhanced by using nickel-plated cases for speedloader use when possible. Nickel-plated brass cases are more 'slippery', making them easier to load and reducing the risk of carbon build-up.
Keeping the chambers clean and free of carbon build-up is important, especially for guns chambered for magnum rounds. Carbon build-up in the chambers can prevent magnum-length cartridges from fully chambering, leading to malfunctions.
Lastly, it's worth noting that while most rounds loaded for defensive purposes use nickel-plated cases, it's not a given. Lead wadcutters or semi-wadcutters are better-suited for the initial load in the cylinder due to their softer composition.
In conclusion, chamber chamfering and stock relief are simple yet effective modifications that can significantly enhance the performance of revolvers, especially when it comes to speedloading. By understanding these aspects and maintaining their revolvers properly, shooters can ensure their revolvers function smoothly and reliably.
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