How a Revolver Works

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How a Revolver Works: Colt Python A colt python is loaded by first  pulling the 'cylinder latch' to the rear. This unlocks the cylinder by means  of the spring-loaded 'latch pin'. The 'crane' is now able to swivel  the cylinder out of the frame.

Cartridges are then loaded into all six chambers. The cylinder is then pushed back into the frame and then rotated to ensure  the 'bolt' has locked it into position. Many revolvers feature both double-action and single-action operation.

In double-action operation, the 'trigger' is pulled until it cocks and releases the hammer to fire. In single-action operation, the 'hammer' is drawn back to the cocked position, and held by the sear. Squeezing the trigger releases the hammer to fire.

As the trigger is pulled, the trigger pushes up on  the 'hammer strut', cocking the hammer. As the hammer rotates, the 'main spring' is compressed by means of the 'hammer stirrup' and the 'rebound lever' which is pushed up by the trigger. As the hammer reaches its cocked position, it slips off the trigger.

Simultaneously the trigger pushes down on the 'bolt', dropping it out of the cylinder pocket. The 'hand' engages the ratchet of the cylinder ejector, indexing it to the next chamber. Just as the hammer is released, the bolt drops into  the next pocket, locking the cylinders rotation.

At the same time, the trigger raises the  'transfer bar' up behind the firing pin. As the hammer is released, it strikes the transfer bar, transferring its energy to the firing pin, which travels forward, impacting the 'cartridge primer'. This detonates the priming compound and ignites the powder charge, propelling the bullet down the barrel.

With the rebound lever under constant  tension from the main spring, its tension is transferred to the trigger. Releasing the trigger, pivots the 'hammer strut' out of the way, allowing it to return to its forward position. During single-action operation, the hammer is pulled back, driving movement of the trigger.

At its peak, the trigger  rests on the sear surface of the hammer. Pulling the trigger, releases it from the hammer sear, allowing it to strike the transfer bar. Releasing the trigger, again resets its forward position.

To eject the empty shell cases, the cylinder latch is pulled, allowing the cylinder to swivel out of the frame. Holding the revolver in a vertical orientation and pushing the 'ejector rod', forces the cases out of the cylinder. How a Revolver Works: Colt Python If you're a fan of incredible engineering  and realism, you'll love playing War Thunder!

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