I got interested in this kind of idea because I would like a smaller framed S&W 45acp. I know Taurus did it, but, they use a smaller OD rachet and their hand is of course closer to the center of the frame to operate it. (I bought a 431 to look at converting it. I have measured and measured a model 69 I bougth with the same thoughts. Just won't work without a whole lot of modification.
I am a die hard S&W guy, but I was tempted once to buy a Redhawk in 480 once. Interesting idea. But just like your 500 idea I think it would be very thigt for a S&W N frame.
I do wish the factory would sell cylinders with no chambers. I want to make an N frame that is kind of an over sized 22 Jet. A 30-30 case necked down and blown out firing lighter 308 bullets. Kind of a short 30 Herret. But as there are no 30 caliber N frame cylinders, its a start from scratch deal.
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