Which Snap Caps for 4586?

[radtuck]

I've been shopping for snap,caps for my 4586, but there are so many different kinds with varying reviews. What would be a good choice for effect and durability?
John

 

[radtuck]

I've never used them, so...sorry if its a dumb question. I really don't know if one is better than another.

 

[crofoot629]

Here is one that even has a "snappy" spring thing!
Pachmayr Snap Cap 45 ACP Polymer Package of 5

A quick search of Midway USA reveals several options.

Now, not to your point, but why do you need them?
Can't you just dry fire the pistol?

I'm unsure of how I feel about this, other than safe is better than sorry.
I've made 6 Thunder Ranch trips. I'm fortunate to have done so.

Clint at one or more of the classes taught us to always say out loud, "I'm now starting dry firing practice" and then out loud, "I've now ended my dry firing practice". Or words to such effect. Why? Too dang many brain farts and booms instead of clicks.

I'm wondering now if Clint had some musings on how adding snap caps to the equation just over complicated things. I can't swear Clint addressed this.
I however don't use them.

Emory

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[shawn mccarver]

I've been shopping for snap,caps for my 4586, but there are so many different kinds with varying reviews. What would be a good choice for effect and durability?
John

I have never used them in 40+ years of shooting and MUCH dry fire. Never had an issue. S&W says dry fire not a problem on most of its guns. The old fold up instruction sheets actually suggested practicing shooting by dry firing with unloaded gun. I have taken them at their word. At least as far as S&W, Colt, Ruger and most any quality centerfire auto or revolver, I have never had an issue. In my book, "snap caps" are a solution to a non-existent problem, at least as far as S&W goes. My remarks apply equally to the specific model you mention, the Model 4586 and any of the thrid generation auto loaders.

 

[radtuck]

I used to dry fire my 629 all the time...I asked if it was ok to do, and several people said it wouldn't hurt anything. Then, my hammer nose broke. S&W discontinued the part, so I had a hard time finding a replacement. I don't want to do that to my 4586, if I don't have to, so I opted to search for some snap caps. Just wondered if there was a specific brand that was better than another.

 

[crofoot629]

I guess I should further qualify.

I've used "dummy" rounds for malfunction drills on a hot range.
I can see the value of snap caps/ dummy rounds there.
They are usually orange or red for identification purposes.

And I can see why you would want them for dry fire considering your past bad experience.
Just seach Midway USA and pull the trigger on some that look good to you.

Be safe,

Emory

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[jlanecole]

If you want to use snap caps, I've had the best luck with A-Zoom.

 

[scatterguy]

If you want to use snap caps, I've had the best luck with A-Zoom.

Amen. I use these for all my pistols. Very cheap insurance for a worthy activity.

 

[radtuck]

Thanks, guys!

 

[Checkman]

I also use A-zoom snap caps. I had a hammer nose break on me once as well. I figure spend a little extra money for the snap caps and peace of mind.

 

[SMSgt]

One thing's for sure, snap-caps won't harm your gun. Mine are A-zoom because that's what was on the rack.