Firearm Forum Question: What is a Fluted Cylinder

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What is a Flutted Cylinder and what is its purpose?
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Ruger Cowboy Six Gun with Smooth Cylinder .....

Ruger Cowboy Six Gun with Fluted Cylinder .....

Answer :

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Fluted versus full smooth cylinder is a design whereby some of the material (metal) of the cylinder is cut out of the surface to reduce the weight. These cut outs are groves in the cylinder and do not affect the performance of the revolver.
In some cases barrels are fluted, especially sniper style rifles.
Both style cylinders can be found on Single Action and Double Action Revolvers made by Ruger, Colt, and Smith-Wesson.
Many cowboy shooters with single action revolvers prefer fluted cylinders because it aids in indexing the cylinder (lining up the cylinder with your fingers with the chambers).
Originally all cylinders were made smooth.
Larger caliber handguns such as the 44 magnum more weight is preferred to reduce the recoil.
Smaller handgun calibers like the .22, 38, and 357 make the gun lighter and easier to use for most people.
I own a Ruger Birds Head Cowboy Revolver and have interchangeable cylinders that include 45 Long Colt, 45 ACP, and 41 Magnum all of which are fluted, and a 44 Magnum that is not fluted (smooth).
A lot of people think the Fluted Cylinder is more aesthetic looking.
See pictures above.

Related Topic Posts at The Firearms Forum Site:
1) Ruger Cowboy Revolvers -

http://askafirearmsquestion.blogspot.com/2013/11/forum-question.html

2) Cowboy Revolver, Which is Best the Ruger, Colt, or Uberti -

http://askafirearmsquestion.blogspot.com/2013/12/forum-question-cowboy-revolver-which-is.html

Commentary -

There are no issues on owning either a Fluted or Smooth Cylinder. It is a personal preference. I would recommend a smooth cylinder on larger calibers such as the 44 Magnum, 30 Caliber, 454 Casull. etc.

==> My recommendation on Cylinders is -
a BUY by Personal Choice.

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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: How to Keep Scope Mount Screws from Coming Lose

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Can you please give some advice on how to keep my Scope Mount Screws from coming lose?
Thank you Captain Hook Knook

Scope Rings and Scope Mounts:

Answer:

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Yes, the best way to keep screws and nuts tight on firearm accessories such as scopes is to use Loctite Threadlocker Blue 242, see pictures above.
Apply a small amount to threaded area of the nut or screw that goes into the mount or ring. This particular product keeps most screws and nuts tight but is not permanent and you can still remove the accessory device such as a scope without damaging the screw, nut, device, or firearm. In some cases it may be beneficial to apply the Loctite to the backside of the screw slot, each type of device is different.
Important: Never tighten the screws or nuts to tight, they strip easily and you can damage the device, especially a scope. Also Loctite makes several products so make sure you buy the correct one I have listed.

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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

Answer:

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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: Winchester Ammo Recall

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I heard Winchester (Olin) Ammunition is being recalled in 22 Caliber Long Rifle (LR) is this true?
Thank you Bacon Lover.

Answer:

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Yes, this is true. see photo image above.
Winchester is recalling two production Lot numbers of 22 LR sold as M-22, 1,000 Round boxes (bricks) with two separate boxes of 500 each contained within the larger box.
The Lot Numbers being recalled are:
GD42L and GD52L
You have to open the larger box, remove one of the individual 500 round boxes, open the lid and look at the Lot Number to see if you have one on the recall list.
WARNING: Do NOT shoot this ammo or resell it.
Here is the Website Link to Winchester:
http://www.winchester.com/library/news/Pages/s22lrt-recall.aspx

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