Automatic Pistol Cartridges in Revolvers ?

theshootist said:
If I go with a revolver, I'd prefer one that is capable of shooting both 45ACP and 45LC or the 9mm and 357. Trouble is, the only one I can find so far is a SA in the Ruger Flat Top convertable. I'd prefer a DA/SA and not just a SA.

Does anyone know of a DA/SA revolver that can shoot the multiple calibers? I'm hoping for one that has the second cylinder or has its cylinder modified to digest both calibers, if it possible.

Any suggestions? Or does such a revovler even exist?
Click to expand...

I have owned Smith and Wesson double action revolvers in 45acp, and they work fantastic. I have also owned Ruger Blackhawk .45 Colt/45ACP revolvers and they work great as well. In fact the Ruger does offer more flexibility if you want to shoot both cartridges.
Both double action and single actions have pros and cons, and it is really up to the shooters' preference. Although I haven't owned the Blackhawk in .357/9mm, I have heard very mixed reviews on both of their cylinders working accurately.
 
Looks as though if I'm going to commit to buying a revolver it will be a trade off between getting the dual caliber and settling with a SA, or getting a DA and having one dedicated caliber. I guess I'll have to just live with it! Funny it isn't more common to have DA revolvers come with a second cylinder like the Ruger convertables.
 
You can't beat the Smith model 25 45acp. Then there is the Smith and Wesson 9mm revolvers. They were israeli issue
revolvers. I have two surplus ones
 
Dsiwy said:
The Model 25 Classic is a ###y 45ACP revolver...
Click to expand...

Aaarrgghhhhh... I missed one of these in .45 Colt on the EE earlier this year. Actually, I forced myself not to keep looking at it because I knew I'd weaken eventually. :(
As it is, I have to content myself with my 625 in .45 ACP. (The pain is bearable, however.)

Stuart :)
 
I just googled the 625. I see why you didn't want to keep reviewing the ad. I would weaken fairly quickly as well. Very nice indeed. Btw, what does the 625 go for these days?
 
theshootist said:
I just googled the 625. I see why you didn't want to keep reviewing the ad.
Click to expand...
The ad was actually for a blued Model 25, 6" in .45 Colt. Same level of temptation, though! (I see i still have a bookmark for it, although the link no longer works. He was asking $775! :bangHead: )

The problem with the 625 is that I don't think they don't make it in a (stupid) Canada-legal barrel length now. The current model is the JM, which is a 4" Custom Shop-optimized model. There have been a couple on the EE recently. I can't remember the asking price but I think they were around $1000 - 1100. Some joker was asking $1750 for one a while ago, but I seriously doubt it ever sold at that price. Can't remember what I paid for mine (5") back in 2008; I remember the guy who sold it had decided he really wanted a JM model (which was presumably avail. in. 5" at that time) but I think it was around $800.00 There has been a "WTB" for a 625 on the EE for quite a while, though, so take a number!

:) Stuart
 
theshootist said:
I just googled the 625. I see why you didn't want to keep reviewing the ad. I would weaken fairly quickly as well. Very nice indeed. Btw, what does the 625 go for these days?
Click to expand...

If you could find an excellent condition 625, I think you would be paying $1200-$1400. Keep in mind that many of these models are used for competition purposes, and have been used a great deal.
 
Do none of the classic line smiths have the lawyer lock and hole in them?

Great reason to buy one if so.

I was going to buy a Uberti model 3 Russian in 45 Colt for my next splurge. I think I'll get the 25 instead. I've never had a big bore double action revolver. I think I'd sell my SAA clone to help finance one...
 
Keep in mind that the 929 and 986 have Titanium cylinders, which have not been offered from S&W in a while. That in itself is a huge selling feature, especially to high volume shooters.
 
Last edited:
With the huge variety of models from S&W alone, choosing a model and knowing what its worth sounds daunting. Revolvers are an entirely new world of firearms all of their own.
 
With USPSA now allowing 8 shot revolvers making the 625's obsolete you would think some of the five inch and six inch versions would start migrating North. Lots of shooters have either dumped their six shooters for the the 8 shooters or just sold them off and moved on. IDPA is dropping the ESR Division which may end up removing the 625 from play in that sport as well. The gun may still end up being used in the SSR Division. We won't know until the new rule book comes out.

I have the Ruger Convertible in 45 Colt/45acp and the gun is a gem. You can tailer your loads so you get the same point of aim for both cartridges. For those with the 357mag/9MM if you cast your own bullets or know someone who does either size the bullets .358 or shoot them as cast after lubing them. You should see accuracy improve.

Take Care

Bob
 
No 9mm in a .357. The 9mm's case is too big to fit in a .357 cylinder. Case head diameter is .391" vs .379". You're right about the bullet diameter. Even if the cartridge would go in, accuracy would be horrible.
The New Model Blackhawk comes with two cylinders.
 
sunray said:
No 9mm in a .357. The 9mm's case is too big to fit in a .357 cylinder. Case head diameter is .391" vs .379". You're right about the bullet diameter. Even if the cartridge would go in, accuracy would be horrible.
The New Model Blackhawk comes with two cylinders.
Click to expand...

Yes the problem is the barrel diameter. Sizing the 9MM bullets .358 will work if you cast your own. I size all my 9MM cast .357 and they load and shoot well. The cartridges should still be ok if the bullets were sized .358.

Take Care

Bob
 
BigRed911 said:
Has anyone had experience with the Charter Arms pitbulls? I know they make a revolver in 9mm. Kinda interested in picking one up.
Click to expand...

I have a Charter Arms Pitbull in 9mm. I thought I would use it more, especially since moon clips are not needed. I think my big problem is that I have S&W and Colt DA revolvers and the trigger on the Charter Arms is not on par with them. The Charter Arms is okay, but not as much fun to shoot as my other revolvers. Originally I only wanted to bring one caliber to the range, but now if I want to shoot a revolver I just bring 357 and 38sp ammo.
 
625 in 45ACP 3" Note that the moonclips are plastic. No tools required.

IMG_0875.jpg


IMG_0876.jpg
 
Very nice Mr. Ganderite. I wish I was able to own such a revolver. What is most unfortunate about it is that many of the models I like do not have the minimum length barrels so I have to settle for something else.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top Bottom