kd7nqb
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It seems to me that we have reached a point where there could be a lot more polymers integrated into revolvers. Why dont we see polymer cylinders and such. I under stand the reasoning not using polymer barrels.
Why no polymer revolvers?
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My guess is that a certain amount of rigidity is required in a revolver, more than can be offered by a polymer frame. This because the bullet passes from one part of the gun to another once the powder ignites, and enough blast escapes between the forcing cone and cylinder to make a ploymer frame bend too much at the instant the bullet passes through that gap so that the bullet might actually strike, scrape/shave along the rear of the barrel as it enters. This could be, I think, catastrophic failure if out of alignment badly enough.
All the best,
Glenn B
All the best,
Glenn B
CleverNickname
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Here's one. It's Russian-made so it's not importable though.
possum
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this thread should be closed right away, 
i am designing one as we speak and i don't want anyone to take my idea!
i am designing one as we speak and i don't want anyone to take my idea!
DENALI
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You are! I'd love to see the Ruger Redhawk or perhaps the super redhawk with like a polymer frame or composite of some kind but I think Mr. Bartley is largely correct and it's not currently workable. I mean the great strength of polymer is in it's flex and I'm not certain how that translates to the revolver but I'll bet you whoever works it out will sell em by the bus load......
mgregg85
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I wouldn't think a polymer frame would work for the top strap, gas cutting and all. I doubt the polymer cylinder would hold up to the stress.
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Most Polymer guns are a support for a steel insert that the slide runs on.
No way polymer could hold up to a cylinder recoil or hold a barrel up to a cylinder while it fires.
No way polymer could hold up to a cylinder recoil or hold a barrel up to a cylinder while it fires.
Cannonball888
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Not a polymer frame. Read on:
"lt consists of a steel basic frame and a polymer envelope, which forms the grip and trigger guard. Polymer grip / trigger guard unit can be removed from steel frame if necessary"
bluetopper
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My God, isn't there enough plastic/polymer guns out there now?
I personally like a beautiful, finely crafted and finished revolver, semi-auto too for that matter.
I personally like a beautiful, finely crafted and finished revolver, semi-auto too for that matter.
Schmidlin
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i was watching the "shooting gallery" on the outdoor channel and seen a company that designs polymer revolvers that are like the SW and Ruger steel models.
They had issues with recoil and stability with the gun. When you have a .44mag revolver with 6 shots, the bullets weighed more then the entire gun itself. And the recoil would break your nose when you fired it. Just wasn't smart.
They had issues with recoil and stability with the gun. When you have a .44mag revolver with 6 shots, the bullets weighed more then the entire gun itself. And the recoil would break your nose when you fired it. Just wasn't smart.
bluetopper
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I wonder how long a polymer wheel gun would last in 454 Casull, 480 Ruger, 475 Linebaugh, 500 Linebaugh and 500 S&W?
I was just generalizing. You are certainly right about the sheeple's fear of black plastic.
I feel many gun owners put too much emphasis on aesthetic appeal to the point where the gun companies give them what they want to turn profit. You can't blame them, but it does sometimes hinder it's function. A week long hunt in the rain will show a guns true colors.
I feel many gun owners put too much emphasis on aesthetic appeal to the point where the gun companies give them what they want to turn profit. You can't blame them, but it does sometimes hinder it's function. A week long hunt in the rain will show a guns true colors.
rc135
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Polymer Reve?
If we want a lighter round gun we go aluminum alloy -- 12-14 ounces is plenty light (often, TOO light) and strong. 'Sides, metal and wood, as observed above, is soooo much finer looking.
If we want a lighter round gun we go aluminum alloy -- 12-14 ounces is plenty light (often, TOO light) and strong. 'Sides, metal and wood, as observed above, is soooo much finer looking.
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I could see one in say .22LR, but I would have to go along with the concensus that rigidity and durability would come into question in larger calibers. Still, aluminum revolvers have come a long way, and I wouldn't put it outside the possible reality of someone actually make one for commercial sale.
Then the next question would be, who would buy it? Revolver enthusiasts are traditionalists by nature; something like this would sure be going against the grain in that respect.
Then the next question would be, who would buy it? Revolver enthusiasts are traditionalists by nature; something like this would sure be going against the grain in that respect.
jwxspoon
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We're basically getting the same effect of a polymer weapon with the super light alloy weapons like the 329.
Of course, the 329 .44 mag has been quite problematic for S&W.
jw
Of course, the 329 .44 mag has been quite problematic for S&W.
jw
Intrepid Dad
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You get my vote. That's exactly what I was thinking. I love the traditional look of a revolver. If I want tupperware, I'll stick with my Springfield XD.
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