Firearm Forum Question: What is a Reasonable Price for an Extra Ruger Cylinder

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Can you give me some guidance on how much I should pay for an Extra Ruger Revolver Cylinder? 

Thank you Karl Zicon.

Answer :

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Always remember, the market drives the price, i.e. Economics 101, Law of Supply and Demand.

Saying that, Ruger Cowboy Single Action Revolver Cylinders are in two general categories, the original 3-Screw Version plus that next generation, and the current models which are mainly manufactured by third parties like Davidson and Lipsey.

If you can find an extra or replacement cylinder the Ruger Cowboy 22LR and 22 Magnum are the most commonly available and run about $125.00 on eBay. The 357 Magnum and 44 Magnum are going between $95.00 and $125.00. The 45 Long Colt (LC) is around $75.00. The 45 acp goes for around $125.00. The 41 Magnum and 44-40, which are rare can be upwards of $175.00. The later version 9mm and 30 Caliber are $125.00 to $200.00.

Special Note: Lately the 357 Magnum has been popular because these can be bored out to accept a 9mm and 44-40. See pictures of some Ruger cylinders below:

Ruger 22 LR (Long Rifle) Cylinder -

Ruger 357 Magnum Cylinder -

Ruger 45acp and 45 LC (Long Colt) Cylinders -

Ruger Factory Blackhawk Original 45acp Cylinder -

Bearcat and Bisley Ruger Cylinders often are engraved -

If you are shopping for an extra or replacement cylinder, be patient, and check eBay frequently to find what you want.

The double Action Ruger Cylinders (all calibers) are around $125.00, make sure these are complete with the ejector rod.

Parts of a Double Action Revolver -

The prices above do not include the old Ruger Black Powder Revolvers, or conversion cylinders which can still be purchased new for around $230.00.

Ruger 45 Long Colt Black Powder Cylinder -

Commentary -

The older Ruger cylinders are getting harder to find and more expensive. Double Action Revolver Cylinders are NOT interchangeable with Cowboy style Single Action Handgun Cylinders.

Disclaimer -
The prices above are a guideline based on current market at time of the post.

==> My recommendation is -
Make damn sure the Ruger cylinder you purchase is for your Ruger Revolver.

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Firearm Forum Question: What Causes Semi Auto Handguns to Jam

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Why does my Taurus 9mm Semi Auto Handgun Jam?
Thank you Jennifer.

Below are some manufacturers of Semi Auto Handguns, most manufactures make a variety of calibers, these all share the same general issues. Many believe the 9mm is more subject to jamming than other calibers, but I have not found that to be true with the 3 brands of 9mm I own - Glock; Browning; and Beretta.

9mm Handguns by Manufacturer:
Taurus ....

Beretta ....

 Browning Hi-Power ....

 Chiappa ....

Colt ....

 CZ 85 ....

 Glock ....

H & K ....

 Hi-Point ....

 Kel-Tec ....

 Kimber ....

 Rossi ....

 Ruger ....

 S&W ....

 Sig Sauer ....

Springfield Armory ....

Various Types of Ammo (ammunition) for 9mm Semi Auto Handguns. Most of these types are available in all the common calibers except 22:

FMJ (full metal jacket) ...

 Hollow Point ...

Round Soft Nose ...

Flat Nose ...

Wolf Steel Case, Lacquered Coated, Berden Primed ...

Hydra-Shock ...

+P ...

Sub-Sonic (for use with Suppressor / Silencer) ...

Tracers ...

Bird Shot ...

Bullet Chart for 9mm Ammo .....

Answer:

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Included in this Topic Post, found above, are the typical firearm manufacturers of the most common caliber semi auto handguns along with various types of ammo for most large center fire handguns including the 9mm.

Jamming problems can exist with any manufacturer of a firearm, any ammo manufacturer, or any caliber.

One typical mistake gun owners make is when they buy a NEW firearm they think it is out of the box ready to shoot. This is not true. The firearm, especially a semi-auto handgun should be stripped down for cleaning, thoroughly cleaned, inspected, and well lubricated before shooting it for the first time. Make sure the slide is operating smoothly and the magazine spring is not hanging up (sticking).

Jamming Problems can be caused by a variety of things including a combination of items.

The most common causes of Jamming are:
1) The firearm is dirty.
2) The firearm is not well lubricated.
3) The ammo (ammunition) being used, i.e. FMJ, FN, RN, HP, etc. Some types of ammo do not feed well in some firearms.
4) The Brand of Ammo being used, i.e. Federal, Remington, Winchester, PMC, Wolf, etc. It is very important to note that ammo brands shoot differently in almost every gun, and semi auto handguns are no different.
5) After Market, 3rd Party Barrels such as Lone Wolf Threaded Extended Barrels. If this is the cause call Lone Wolf, return the barrel they can generally hone, buff, or file the barrel so it will not jam.
6) The Magazine. People tend to max out a magazine capacity. If a magazine will hold 10-rounds, I recommend only putting in 8 or 9 rounds. This reduces the stress on the magazine spring allowing for smoother feed action.
7) Magazine Loading. Believe it or not when loading a magazine the ammo often times does not line up properly, so after loading tap the magazine with the bullet facing up to make sure all the ammo in the mag is aligned for proper feeding. Often times using a speed loader will help but you should still always tap the magazine. See my Homemade Video below:

8) The Magazine may be very dirty or the magazine spring is old and cannot feed the rounds correctly.
9) After Market, 3rd Party Magazines. Some of these are just junk. You get what you pay for. Many of these are notorious for causing jamming.
10) Modified Firearms, such as a trigger pull, after market triggers and spring assemblies.
11) After Market, 3rd Party Caliber modifications, i.e. using your center fire caliber semi auto handgun to shoot rim fire 22 caliber ammo. Generally this involves replacing the entire slide and using only the frame and grip.
12) Reloads (reloaded ammo). Even the best reloaders have problems on occasion. 
13) Mil Spec or Foreign made ammo such as Berden Primed Lacquered Coated Rounds. The lacquer heats up causing jamming.
14) Old or Corrosive Ammo.
15) Your firearm is rusty or corroted (this can be dangerous to shoot).
16) Your weapon is wet (if so, field strip it and clean).
17) Extreme cold weather can cause a weapon to jam or mis-fire.

Important Safety Hint When Shooting:
Have a spare Empty Magazine in case you need to pull the slide back and lock it in place. I usually have a 5 or 10 round Mag on hand for this use.
Most Common Jamming Issues in a Semi Auto Firearm:

Here are the STEPS to Clear a Jammed Round:
1) Make sure the firearm is safely pointed away from you or anyone else.
2) Take the Loaded Magazine out.
3) Put the Empty Magazine in.
4) Pull the Slide Back till it locks in place. This should eject the round but if it doesn't reach in and pull it out with your fingers.
5) If the Round Ejects okay, check the firearm for damage, look at the chamber and ejection port.
6) Put the Empty Magazine back in, clear the slide action a few times.
7) Now put the loaded magazine in and feed one round and manually eject it. If it functions okay you are ready to shoot. If it jams again see the most common causes of jamming listed above.

Here are the STEPS to Clear a Stuck Round in the Chamber:
1) Make sure the firearm is safely pointed away from you or anyone else.
2)Take the Loaded Magazine out.
3) Put the Empty Magazine in.
4) Pull the Slide back till it locks in place.
5) Remove the Empty Magazine.
6) Using a piece of Wood (NO Metal) gently shove it through the end of the barrel. This should push the round out safely. If it does not, stop using the firearm and take it to a gunsmith. Do NOT place any magazine back in the firearm and do NOT release the slide and close the gun.

To CLEAR a Stuck Round in the Chamber always use wood, I recommend a Wood Dowel, these can be purchased from Home Depot; or you can use a Chinese Bamboo Chopstick, see my homemade video below:

My Glock Model 30, 45 ACP with Lone Wolf Barrel shown in this homemade video ....

You should get a dowel rod according to your caliber diameter. I have one for my AR15 which works on all my 22's; this one that works on my 45LC and 45ACP; and I have one for my three 9mm handguns.

Never Ever use any type of Metal to clear a round stuck in the chamber including:
1) A Cleaning Rod.
2) A Wire Brush.
3) An Ice Pick.
4) A Screw Driver.

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Firearm Forum Question: What is a Free Spinning Revolver Cylinder

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What is a free spinning revolver cylinder?
Thank you James Condor

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I have included my own video of a Free Spinning Cylinder on my Ruger Vaquero Birdshead 45LC Cowboy Revolver.
A free spinning cylinder is an upgrade to the standard cowboy single action revolver whereby the cylinder turns on each cartridge every time you pull the hammer back; or when opening the 'Loading Gate' and placing the hammer in a half cock position and moving the cylinder one turn to the right (clockwise). Ruger Cowboy Revolvers do not need to have the hammer pulled back for this action. The FREE Spinning cylinder modifies the internal mechanism of the revolver allowing it to spin freely in either direction (clockwise or counterclockwise) when the 'Loading Gate' is open.
Note: The free spinning cylinder plus a trigger action enhancement (known as a trigger job) plus the honing [porting of the cylinder chambers and barrel breach port is known as a 'Cowboy Action Job']. Most cowboy shooters have had their revolvers modified with a complete action job as I have had on my Ruger Vaquero Birds Head 45 Long Colt (LC) Cowboy Revolver.
Important: This upgrade should be performed by a qualified gunsmith.

My Homemade Video Showing a Ruger 45LC Cowboy Revolver with a Free Spinning Cylinder.

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Firearm Forum Question: Lever Action Shotguns

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I saw you had a Topic posted about Lever Action Rifles, how about doing one on Lever Action Shotguns?
Thank you Clearance Beaks.

The Winchester 1887 Lever Action 10-Gauge Shotgun: This is where it all began and most of the lever action shotguns made today are clones of this Winchester patent. This shotgun was made famous in the movie Terminator 2 with Arnold Schwarzenegger.

The Chiappa's 1887 Lever Action 12-Gauge Shotgun, latest in the clones of the Winchester:

Coyote Cap Model 1997 Lever Action 12-Gauge Shotgun, a follow-up to the IAC-Norinco Clone:

The Hoss Armaments Co Bonecrusher 12-Guage Lever Action Shotgun, latest in design of a Lever Action Shotgun:

IAC-Norinco 12-Gauge 1887 Lever Action Shotgun, the original Winchester clone but in 12-Gauge, others soon would follow as shown:

 The Rossi Circuit Judge Lever Action 410/45lc Lever Action Shotgun:

Answer:

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As requested - Above, I have included some typical Lever Action Shotguns and styles by various Manufacturers.
Winchester was the patent holder and creator of the Lever Action Shotgun, but it was in 10 Gauge. The clones that followed were mostly in 12 Gauge 2 3/4-inch shotgun shells.
I own a IAC-Norinco Lever Action 12 Gauge, many of the less expensive shotgun ammunition will cause it to jam, example: Olin (yes, Winchester, the same company that had the M-22 Ammo in 22 Caliber LR Recall).
The Chiappa is suppose to be high quality, although I have never seen one. But they are quite pricy. Coyote Cap no longer makes one but their lever action was high quality with no jamming.
Yes you can legally hunt with these like any other shotgun. Most were made for Cowboy SASS Shooting and Home Defense.

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