My question involves the art of spinning a revolver cylinder and slamming it shut as shown in so many Hollywood movies and TV shows, Does this hurt the cylinder or revolver? I own a Smith & Wesson 357 Magnum Revolver, I just love the sound of the cylinder spinning fully loaded then flipping my wrist and slamming the cylinder shut.
Thank you Norman Wojablanski.
Answer:
Blog Administrator -
Wow, lets break this question down into three parts as follows:
1) The act of spinning a revolver cylinder either single or double action will not harm the firearm. However, you should not do this loaded. I always spin my empty cylinders after cleaning to make sure they are properly lubricated. I also recommend pointing the weapon down on a 45 degree angle when spinning the cylinder.2) Slamming the cylinder shut either empty or loaded will harm the firearm. The revolver shown above has a pivot arm (yoke or crane) that holds the cylinder, you weaken the arm and the push rod by slamming it shut. In some firearms you may also damage the latch that opens the cylinder. This may also wear down the grooves on the cylinder.
3) Your firearm is NOT a toy, so don't treat it like one. Real firearms are dangerous and replicating Hollywood action scenes in movies and TV shows reflects a real lack of respect for your firearm. The cylinder either empty or loaded should be closed with just enough pushing force to lock it into place.
Personal Safety Note: I always keep all my loaded revolvers with one empty cylinder which rests in the firing position. Never point a firearm in the direction of any person or object.
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