To moon clip or not
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Chubbs103
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I like moonclips on a carry gun. I like them for the extraction, not for reload (I use speed strips for that because they are flat).
Normally, I would say make it exactly what you want and not worry about it, but I can't remember the last time I saw a CS-1 for sale. I'm betting they are getting pretty pricey.
Normally, I would say make it exactly what you want and not worry about it, but I can't remember the last time I saw a CS-1 for sale. I'm betting they are getting pretty pricey.
CS-1's are very unique revolvers. While production numbers are known, how many survived is speculative.
I'm a caretaker for a pair of 4". I still look for that elusive 3".
I would suggest picking up one of the many 686 cylinders available. Have THAT one fitted & modified for your needs. Keep the original. Once original parts are modified,,,,
Just my opinion of course. Your mileage may vary.
I'm a caretaker for a pair of 4". I still look for that elusive 3".
I would suggest picking up one of the many 686 cylinders available. Have THAT one fitted & modified for your needs. Keep the original. Once original parts are modified,,,,
Just my opinion of course. Your mileage may vary.
Yeah, I would not make any permanent alterations to a CS-1 as they were a limited production item. The biggest advantage to moon clips is speed of reloading. Beyond that, I do not see any tangible advantages. Fast reloads are important in competitions that require reloading, but for defensive revolver for a civilian, hunting, or range toy, fastest reloads are not likely going to be a requirement.
8shot
Member
As a CS-1, uh, addict…I would implore you to not cut the original gun’s cylinder.
Member 8shot above had an excellent suggestion.
Also, if you decide to go with an additional cylinder, I can help you get it match to the CS-1 frosted/bead blasted sheen.
Feel free to reach out via PM, if interested.
StrawHat
Member
I am a moon clip fan. For short, stubby, rimless, cartridges, the moon clip is excellent. For long, rimmed cartridges, I do not see the need.
I am not familiar with the CS-1. Because of that, I am guessing it uses a rimmed cartridge? I believe the advantage of moon clips are lost on the long rimmed cartridges.
But, as mentioned already, L frame cylinders are not rare. Have the alteration done to that. As for bead blasting, consider leaving it as is, or polishing it so you can tell at a glance which cylinder is in place.
Kevin
I am not familiar with the CS-1. Because of that, I am guessing it uses a rimmed cartridge? I believe the advantage of moon clips are lost on the long rimmed cartridges.
But, as mentioned already, L frame cylinders are not rare. Have the alteration done to that. As for bead blasting, consider leaving it as is, or polishing it so you can tell at a glance which cylinder is in place.
Kevin
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I've been trying to pry loose a CS-1 Model 686 3" (with original box) from my son's boss for a few months now, but so far no luck. The guy is a self admitted handgun hoarder, with dozens of collectable guns sitting in boxes on a dusty shelf that he never shoots. He's got a Model 29 3" Lew Horton that I've been eyeing, too. I keep asking, respectfully, and don't want to badger the guy...but it kind of makes me crazy! If I were you, I would keep your 4" CS-1 as is, and just buy another standard 686 and have it modified for moonclips.
SGT ROCK 11B
Member
Cut a CS-1? That is crazy talk. You will devalue it significantly.
