Strategies for Enhancing Revolver Compatibility with Speed Loaders
In the world of self-defense revolvers, every detail matters. One such detail that can significantly improve the efficiency of your revolver is chamber chamfering. This simple modification, long favoured by serious revolver practitioners, is now becoming a common feature on production guns.
Chamber chamfering involves gently bevelling the edges of the chamber, making it easier for bullets to sink in smoothly. This improvement is highly recommended for self-defense revolvers as it facilitates smoother and faster cylinder rotation, reduces the risk of cartridge damage, and improves reliability under stress.
Manufacturers such as Smith & Wesson, Ruger, and Taurus have started to offer chamfered chambers on their production revolvers. Taurus, for instance, offers a chamfer on its Executive Series guns. Smith & Wesson extends this feature to their popular Lipsey's Ultimate Carry revolvers as well.
The efficiency of a revolver when using speedloaders can also be enhanced by ensuring the stocks are sufficiently relieved for clearance. This is particularly important for the left stock panel, which must be relieved properly to allow the loader a straight shot into the chambers. 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.
Bullet choice is another factor that can affect the smooth functioning of your revolver. Bullets with rounded ogives feed much better than those with sharp shoulders. Lead wadcutters or semi-wadcutters are better-suited for the initial load in the cylinder. Moreover, bullets with gilded metal jackets or of solid copper construction are smoother than soft-lead bullets.
Keeping the chambers clean and free of carbon build-up is also crucial for rounds dropping in freely from loaders. The area underneath the extractor star and the area of the breechface behind the cylinder should be kept free of carbon and debris to ensure smooth function.
When it comes to speedloader use, nickel-plated brass cases are more 'slippery' than plain brass and should be chosen when possible. If a reload is required, jacketed bullets make it easier to complete it without drama.
However, it's important to note that many revolvers meant for self-defense have stocks incompatible with most speedloaders. Ensuring stock clearance needs to be sufficient with the longest loaded cartridges that will conceivably be used in the gun.
Chamber chamfering is an inexpensive modification that can be performed by any reputable gunsmith. It's a small change that can make a big difference in the performance of your self-defense revolver, especially under high-stress situations. So, consider chamber chamfering the next time you're looking to improve your revolver's performance.
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