"I almost always remove the cylinder and yoke when I clean a S&W revolver. The yoke barrel and stud get pretty gunked up and I want those bearing surfaces clean and lightly lubed. Proper fitting screwdrivers and a little care prevent damaging the screw."
+1. I don't think you can effectively clean it without removing the cylinder. I am pretty thorough with cleaning my guns, though not so obsessive that I try to remove the burn rings at the front of the chambers!
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LEO since 1981.
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