I notice on the older H&R revolvers the cylinder has no lock up in the slots where the cylinder to stop turning. It just turns till the slot stops. What holds or locks the cylinder in place when the revolver is holstered?? I have collected a few were the cylinder has a definite lock slot but I'm afraid to collect the ones with no apparent positive lock. Does the shoe hold the cylinder firm enough and is the lock slot angled as where the shoe will hold it in place?? I'm sorry for the dumb questions but I'd like to learn more Before I purchase them. I find the history of the revolver designs very interesting from an engineering point of view as they changed as time went on. Is there a complete book that's all about the history of revolvers? I just purchased a book like this on the 22cal rifles.
Thanks, bigbill
Thanks, bigbill