Since my comment on this subject drew so much interest, I thought I'd start a new thread.
I have only seen mention of the Vietnam-era conversion of a Blackhawk revolver in .30 carbine in a couple of places, one in an old Guns and Ammo magazine, where it was a passing curiosity, and in two other books on weapons. I've never made one, never spoke to someone who has, but then again, I've never made a .50 caliber Browning or spoken to anyone who has, either.
This is currently the only picture I can find. I scanned it out of a book.
The conversion is quite simple really, and would require no more tools than would normally be found in a standard mechanic's or armoury's shop.
(So as to save space and people's fingers, I'll just get the further name calling out of the way now. "Your an idiot! It doesn't exist! The O.P. forget to take his medication! I hope you die in your sleep! I don't know how to do it, so it can't be done!!!" There. Hope everyone feels better)
Now, would anyone like to discuss the small catapults issued to front line troops in WWI, or the crossbow issued to Special Forces in Vietnam? Or the pistol that fired triangular bullets? Or how about the silenced shotgun---used in Vietnam---that actually had the silencing mechanism in the shell? Colt's first .44 Magnum revolver (not the Anaconda) or Winchester's excellent double-action revolver would also be an interesting topic of conversation. The world of firearms is filled with such curiosities as a full-auto singe-action revolver. Don't be so quick to scoff next time. After all, I'm not saying that I invented any of this stuff, or that I was even there. It's just odd little tidbits that I've picked up over the years learning about firearms and shooting.
I apologize if I've offended anyone's sensibilities. Just leave a mocking post and move on. . .
I have only seen mention of the Vietnam-era conversion of a Blackhawk revolver in .30 carbine in a couple of places, one in an old Guns and Ammo magazine, where it was a passing curiosity, and in two other books on weapons. I've never made one, never spoke to someone who has, but then again, I've never made a .50 caliber Browning or spoken to anyone who has, either.
This is currently the only picture I can find. I scanned it out of a book.
The conversion is quite simple really, and would require no more tools than would normally be found in a standard mechanic's or armoury's shop.
(So as to save space and people's fingers, I'll just get the further name calling out of the way now. "Your an idiot! It doesn't exist! The O.P. forget to take his medication! I hope you die in your sleep! I don't know how to do it, so it can't be done!!!" There. Hope everyone feels better)
Now, would anyone like to discuss the small catapults issued to front line troops in WWI, or the crossbow issued to Special Forces in Vietnam? Or the pistol that fired triangular bullets? Or how about the silenced shotgun---used in Vietnam---that actually had the silencing mechanism in the shell? Colt's first .44 Magnum revolver (not the Anaconda) or Winchester's excellent double-action revolver would also be an interesting topic of conversation. The world of firearms is filled with such curiosities as a full-auto singe-action revolver. Don't be so quick to scoff next time. After all, I'm not saying that I invented any of this stuff, or that I was even there. It's just odd little tidbits that I've picked up over the years learning about firearms and shooting.
I apologize if I've offended anyone's sensibilities. Just leave a mocking post and move on. . .
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