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Old 03-20-2015, 02:13 PM
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Couldn't find a previous post on this, so here goes. I have a moon clip brass removal tool for the 6-shot clips but does anyone know of a tool that removes loaded and fired ammo from the 6-shot, 3-shot, and 2-shot clips? I have broken several 2-shot clips lately by using pliers to hold them while I remove cartridges or brass from the clips.
By the way... just picked up a new-in-box (unfired) Model 25-2, made in 1980, 6" Bbl (deep, polished bluing), with box, paperwork, and tools (including the clips). Already took that $400.00 shot (first one) a week ago. Not too bad. Seems to be chambered to tighter specs than my 625.
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Old 03-20-2015, 02:43 PM
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I use a Brownell's moon clip stripper, comes in 45 acp & 10 mm.
http://www.brownells.com/shooting-ac...-prod6727.aspx
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Old 03-20-2015, 02:48 PM
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I have used every mooner/demooner tool made. Far and away the very best ones are made by BMT. More expensive than most, but the best. Here is a link: BMT Equipped, Inc.
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Old 03-21-2015, 01:23 PM
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Wow. Thanks, all, for the info!
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I agree with drummer007, IMHO the BMT is far and away the fastest and it works very well. They are not inexpensive but you do get what you pay for.
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Old 03-21-2015, 04:00 PM
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The BMT is sweet, but if you don't want to spend $80, there's:
The cheapest:


Or:



And this is VERY good for $40:
Deluxe Moon Clip Tool

You should be able to load/unload the 2-round clips (1/3 moon) with just your fingers without any trouble. The 1/2 moon and full moon need a tool, especially the SS clips.
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Old 03-21-2015, 04:08 PM
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I had a buddy that used to use a metal golf club cut down long enough to hold 7 .357 cases for his 686+. He kept the grip on it in order to give it a twist. I believe he got the club from a garage sale or goodwill for a couple $.
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Old 03-22-2015, 04:38 PM
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Thanks again! I'm set thanks to all of you.
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