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09-18-2018, 07:17 AM
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Inexpensive MOON clip revolver?
I have a sudden interest in moon clip revolvers, it dawned on me that this would really be a fast way to unload/load my EDC every morning and night. So I am looking for an inexpensive model, any caliber, any brand, just small. Prefer new.
Any suggestions?
Thanks in advance
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09-18-2018, 07:23 AM
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You should be able to pick up a new S&W 442/642 pro series for under $400.
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09-18-2018, 04:34 PM
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thanks I don't know how I missed that LOL
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09-18-2018, 05:01 PM
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search for a Taurus 455 . 5 shot 45 acp with full moon clip.
2 inch ported barrel , fixed sights . Compact and very concealable .
Big bore belly guns are cool !
Mine's not for sale.
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If it's an EDC, exactly why are you loading/unloading daily? OK, maybe verify the loads if it wasn't in a secure location, but really?
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09-18-2018, 05:20 PM
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I second that, there's no good reason I can imagine for constant daily loading/unloading of EDC gun. Less so a revolver but absolutely so for a semiautomatic.
It's also some interesting circular reasoning that "time saved" with a daily exercise is a good reason for changing carry guns.
Hey, if ya just really want a new toy, just say you want a new toy, we've all been there.
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09-18-2018, 05:27 PM
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You can send the cylinder for one of the guns you already have to TK Customs and they will cut it for moonclips. I had a 629 done last winter and it was $150 plus the clips. Quick turnaround and a good job.
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09-18-2018, 05:41 PM
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Just get yerself a Charter Arms Bull Dog All a perp has to do is look down those sewer pipe cylinder and barrel holes, and you won't have to shoot, much less worry about unloading and reloading
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09-18-2018, 06:01 PM
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Ruger EC9
9mm Semi holds 7 in the mag. Easier in and out than a moon clip. I think the in-out thing is not a good idea. I am a revolver guy but if I feel the need for more than 5 its going to be in a semi.
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09-18-2018, 06:51 PM
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Best responses. Just take off your holster without removing the gun, put it back on in the morning.
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Originally Posted by WR Moore
If it's an EDC, exactly why are you loading/unloading daily? OK, maybe verify the loads if it wasn't in a secure location, but really?
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All that unnecessary administrative handling of the firearm (loading and unloading daily) gives you twice daily opportunities for a negligent discharge.
What is the point?
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I second that, there's no good reason I can imagine for constant daily loading/unloading of EDC gun. Less so a revolver but absolutely so for a semiautomatic.
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09-18-2018, 06:53 PM
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Ruger 9mm LCR is another option.
$479 at CDNN Sports + shipping and transfer fee.
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9mm Semi holds 7 in the mag. Easier in and out than a moon clip. I think the in-out thing is not a good idea. I am a revolver guy but if I feel the need for more than 5 its going to be in a semi.
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The one thing I would suggest is that loading/unloading a semi means either beating the hell out of the top round, or rotating through all of them.
I think that's actually the strongest argument in favor of a revolver for newer CCWers, or folks that just aren't crazy into guns. There's a lot less "work" that goes into keeping a revolver ready, and it's easier to do.
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09-19-2018, 12:52 PM
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If you have small children around I see no problem with unloading a gun.
Reported in today's paper a two year old uses a chair to climb and get to a loaded gun....he's dead , shot himself in the face.
Unloading doesn't sound like such a bad idea in this situation.
If someone wants to unload a gun ...don't berate him for it....
When it comes to guns...you can't be too safe.
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I'll respectfully disagree on two distinct points.
First, I saw nobody "berate" anyone. Secondly, the reply by collects paints our intention as well as any, excessive handling of loaded firearms increases chances of unintended and/or negligent discharge.
In your reference to an article in today's paper, that child didn't get shot because a gun didn't get unloaded, that child got shot because the firearm was not secured. If the same kid finds the unloaded handgun and ammo, your result may be the same.
There's no excuse for firearms left about for anyone to stumble over, loaded or otherwise. And those of us who know better aren't going to be derailed by anyone's judgement of courtesy.
If you carry a handgun daily for personal protection, it's a poor habit to be constantly loading and unloading that handgun, regardless of what type of handgun it is. And if you are not in direct control of it, secure it.
And set all your "feelings" aside. Frankly, they simply aren't that important.
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09-19-2018, 01:52 PM
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I too do not see that unloading a pistol at night is a good practice. If you need to use it, the time spent loading it may be time you don't have, esp. in low light and when just awoken. If the goal is kid proofing, there are now many types of bed stand safes available. My 2 cents.
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09-19-2018, 01:55 PM
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I unload my handgun when my grand daughter is around, even though I stow it on the top shelf of the closet to keep it out of reach. Yes, I could just put it in the safe loaded so I didn't have to touch the gun!
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09-19-2018, 02:01 PM
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WHY not simply continue to carry it? On person, in a holster that fits properly? It's not going to climb out and go on a spree.
Folks constantly make this far more difficult than it needs to be.
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09-19-2018, 02:15 PM
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Children watching their parents do a task repetitive will be able to do that task themselves. Secure the firearm when not in direct control IMO is the safe way to keep a firearm around the home with children present.
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I really don't see the issue with unloading at the end of the day, unless it's also the gun that you'd use to protect the home. Helps the carrier notice and clean out the pocket boogers and lint that builds up in an EDC, makes sure the barrel didn't get obstructed, allows a quick look at ammo condition, verifies that the moving parts still move. If handled safely, nothing wrong with this, and further demonstrates safe handling to those watching. Great opportunity to teach regularly.
I honestly believe that many people who carry are scared of their guns . . .
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I honestly believe that many people who carry are scared of their guns . . .
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That appears to be aimed at the folks who suggest this is a poor idea and in that vein, that's a load and you're way off base.
Keep doing that with your semiauto and watch your buck-a-round ammo continually shorten it's COAL, and incrementally increase the chamber pressure.
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I honestly believe that it is healthy to respect the destructive power of firearms. And then act accordingly.
Added note to prevent pocket lint in firearms is turn pocket inside out, clean lint, or debri, and then use a proper pocket holster.
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That appears to be aimed at the folks who suggest this is a poor idea and in that vein, that's a load and you're way off base.
Keep doing that with your semiauto and watch your buck-a-round ammo continually shorten it's COAL, and incrementally increase the chamber pressure.
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People who carry a gun for business are aware of this little fact of life. Comments such as “frequent handling increases the chances for an ND” demonstrate a lack of confidence and a belief that one has only so many loadings and unloadings in one before a miscalculated bang occurs, which amounts to a belief that frequent loading and unloading is akin to Russian Roulette . . .
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09-19-2018, 11:03 PM
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Keep doing that with your semiauto and watch your buck-a-round ammo continually shorten it's COAL, and incrementally increase the chamber pressure.
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I'm gonna explain this a little further. Since my buck a round semi auto ammo is carried in magazines of at least 6, and since I have multiple magazines for each firearm, this is not a concern. When I unload a semi auto, I also unload the rounds from the magazine and rotate them around. Then I reload the firearm with a different magazine. I keep track of the magazines, so each buck a round ammo round hits a chamber about every ninety days. Thanks for your concern though. If you never rotate the rounds in your magazines, you are eventually going to experience the issue above. On the other hand, if you understand your firearm and pay attention, you won't . . .
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