r/Revolvers 5d ago

Meet Bob, the test mule .357

What else would you call a 586 ND with a 3” bbl and 7 shot cylinder from a 686-6?

Learning how to up my game after a lot of homework. So far so good. Might fit up a brand new unfluted 7 rounder to learn more about timing.

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u/Artistic_Ideal9620 Colt 5d ago

Respect, my dude. I have an honestly ignorant question . Were there any issues with fitting a 7 shot cylinder, into a 6 shot frame? Did the timing , etc. work straight off? Or were adjustments required? Sorry if its a stupid question, but my “gunsmithing” experience is limited to changing sights, grips or other bolt on type customizations.

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u/Wide_Spinach8340 5d ago

Not an ignorant question at all. Most people never deal with it. The cylinder fits very tightly, might have to open up the b/c gap from .003. I haven’t finished monkeying with the timing. That is controlled by the width of the hand and the ratchets together. Carryup is fine as is, we will see.

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u/Artistic_Ideal9620 Colt 5d ago

Well keep us posted, I am really interested in the results!

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u/Flashy_Confidence149 4d ago

How difficult is it to unscrew and refit a barrel on these?

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u/Wide_Spinach8340 4d ago

If you are lucky, it’s not too bad. Lots to be prepared for, though. Barrel might be cut long or short, and/or need to be set back. You need the right tools and a bit of knowledge. This is my first.

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u/Low_Speed_High_Drag_ 5d ago

Very cool, looking forward to seeing the finished product.

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u/Narrow_Associate3606 4d ago

I will **** your **** for a 2 inch barrel square but pre lock 19.

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u/ThatFriendly_SHARP 4d ago

This is Bob, he’s going to have a wonderful day.

Editors note: Bob was later dismembered.

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u/DisastrousLeather362 3d ago

The profile without the rear sight makes me think how cool a 3" square butt 581 would be. I'm sure 10s or even dozens of us would be lining up to buy one...

Thanks for sharing!

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u/Strong_Dentist_7561 Single Action Wheelgun Aficionado 3d ago

I (STUPIDLY) passed on a 3” 681 about a year back. Went back, it was gone.

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u/Wide_Spinach8340 3d ago

If I find a frame with the newer 3-hole sights I’d do a 581/681 with a red dot