What is a cylinder in firearms terminology?
Q: What is a cylinder in firearms terminology?
A: A cylinder is the cylindrical, rotating part of a revolver.
Q: How many cartridges chambers does the cylinder have?
A: The cylinder has multiple cartridges chambers.
Q: What is the function of the central shaft in the revolver cylinder?
A: The central shaft in the revolver cylinder enables the cylinder to revolve, bringing each individual chamber into alignment with the barrel for firing.
Q: How many cartridges do cylinders typically hold and why are revolvers sometimes called "six shooters"?
A: Cylinders typically hold six cartridges which is why revolvers are sometimes called "six shooters".
Q: Do all revolvers have cylinders that hold six cartridges?
A: No, some small frame revolvers hold only five cartridges, while several models of .22 rimfire caliber revolvers have cylinders holding nine or ten rounds.
Q: Are cylinders designed to be removed from the firearm other than for cleaning?
A: As a general rule, cylinders are not designed to be removed from the firearm except for cleaning.
Q: What can be used with some revolvers for rapid reloading?
A: A speedloader or moon clip can be used with some revolvers for rapid reloading.
