Videos tagged with Moon Clips

This guide details the operation of the Rock Island Armory AL9.0, a 9mm revolver suitable for concealed carry. It covers the use of moon clips for loading, the differences between single-action and double-action trigger pulls, and the firearm's adjustable sights. The instruction emphasizes the ease of moon clip loading for quick reloads, a key feature for potential EDC users.

This guide details the process of loading and shooting the Smith & Wesson 986 2.5" 9mm revolver, emphasizing efficient moon clip reloading. The demonstration showcases proficient firearm handling and safe operation by an experienced individual on an outdoor range. It highlights the speed achievable with moon clips for revolvers.

This expert review of the Chiappa Rhino 60 DS revolver, presented by NRA Publications' Evan Brune, highlights its unique 10mm Auto chambering and innovative design. The firearm's key features include a bottom-firing cylinder for reduced recoil, moon clip utilization for 6-round capacity, and integrated Picatinny rails for accessories. The review details its double-action/single-action mechanism and ergonomic walnut grips, offering a comprehensive look at this distinctive Italian-made firearm.

This video provides an expert overview of the Taurus Raging Hunter revolver chambered in .350 Legend, presented by NRA Publications. It highlights the revolver's suitability for handgun hunting in straight-wall states, detailing its DA/SA action, dual locking latches, 6-round capacity, and the necessity of moon clips for the rebated-rim .350 Legend cartridge. The review also covers barrel options, integrated optics mounting, recoil-reducing compensator, and sighting systems, positioning it as a less recoiling alternative to magnum revolvers for hunting up to 75 yards.

The Smith & Wesson Spec Series R 686 Plus is presented as a premium revolver, building on the acclaimed 686 Plus platform. Key features include a factory-installed Aimpoint Acro P2 red dot sight, a ported barrel for recoil mitigation, a titanium-colored coating over stainless steel with a black PVD cylinder, and an extended cylinder release. While not designed for self-defense due to the lack of co-witness sights, it's positioned for quick target shooting and hunting.

This video explores seven modern revolvers in 2026, highlighting how they blend traditional reliability with contemporary features. It showcases revolvers designed for everyday carry, competition, and backcountry use, emphasizing advancements like scandium and titanium frames, smart calibers, improved sights, moon clip reloads, and optics-ready platforms. The presenter argues that these 'wheel guns' are far from obsolete, offering purpose-built tools for various real-world applications.

This video reviews 17 newly announced firearms, highlighting innovative features and practical applications. Key releases include the ultra-reliable Sacko ARG50GP for extreme conditions, the historically significant CMP M1 Garand, and the budget-friendly Smith & Wesson M&P22X for training. The Smith & Wesson Model 940 J-frame revolver at number seven generated significant buzz for its return after 27 years, its 9mm Luger chambering, and the elimination of the internal lock, making it economically viable for practice. The CZ 600 series is showcased with its modular Alpha model at number one, offering interchangeable barrels and a lifetime warranty at an accessible price point.

Learn the world-champion technique for speed reloading a 9mm revolver, as demonstrated by Lena Miculek. This guide covers the essential steps for efficiently ejecting spent casings and loading new rounds using moon clips, a critical skill for competitive revolver shooting. The technique emphasizes precision and controlled movements for optimal performance.

This video highlights the reintroduction of the Smith & Wesson Model 940 J-Frame revolver, an exclusive offering from Gallery of Guns in collaboration with Smith & Wesson. The video details the 9mm chambered, five-shot revolver's features, including its concealed hammer for snag-free carry, stainless steel finish, and VZ Diamond Black Cherry grips. It also points out the serrated u-notch rear sight paired with an XS Tritium night sight, a fluted 2.17" barrel, and the included three moon clips. Specifications such as frame size, action type, width, height, sight radius, and weight are provided. The video also credits Dave Hartman at Gunsite Academy for assisting with the review.

This guide details the operation of the Smith & Wesson Model 1917 revolver, focusing on its use with .45 ACP cartridges and moon clips. It covers loading, firing in both double-action and single-action modes, and unloading procedures. The information is presented with an expert-led tone, drawing on historical context and practical firearm handling knowledge.

This guide details the advanced speed reload technique for revolvers, as demonstrated by Lena Miculek, drawing on her father Jerry Miculek's expertise. It covers the critical steps for efficiently reloading a 9mm Luger revolver using moon clips, emphasizing proper grip, cylinder manipulation, and alignment techniques. The instruction is delivered with professional competitor authority, highlighting the precision required for competitive shooting.

This guide details the loading and firing technique for the Chiappa Rhino 60 DS revolver in .357 Magnum, as demonstrated by an experienced enthusiast. It covers the use of moon clips for efficient loading, the operation of the cocking lever and indicator, and live fire at steel targets, highlighting the effectiveness of the fiber optic sights.