Taylors and Co Revolver Cartridge Conversion Cylinder

Published on May 6, 2014
Duration: 1:25

This video introduces Taylors and Co cartridge conversion cylinders for cap and ball revolvers, specifically chambered in .45 Long Colt. It details their 6-round capacity, drop-in design with screwless back plates, and compatibility with Ruger Old Army, Uberti 1847 Colt Walker, and Uberti/Pietta 1858 Remington replicas. Crucially, it emphasizes using these cylinders only in steel frame revolvers with loads no more powerful than standard black powder.

Quick Summary

The Taylors and Co cartridge conversion cylinder, chambered in .45 Long Colt, fits steel frame revolvers like the Ruger Old Army and Uberti 1858 Remington. It features a 6-round capacity and a screwless back plate. Crucially, use only in steel frames and with loads less powerful than standard black powder.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction to Conversion Cylinders
  2. 00:08Compatibility and Caliber (.45 LC)
  3. 00:22Design Features: 6-Round Capacity
  4. 00:36Installation and Reloading Process
  5. 00:55Critical Safety Warnings (Steel Frames)

Frequently Asked Questions

What revolvers are compatible with the Taylors and Co cartridge conversion cylinder?

The Taylors and Co cartridge conversion cylinder is compatible with steel frame revolvers such as the Ruger Old Army, Uberti 1847 Colt Walker, and Uberti/Pietta 1858 Remington replicas. Always ensure your firearm has a steel frame.

What caliber is the Taylors and Co conversion cylinder chambered in?

The Taylors and Co revolver cartridge conversion cylinder is chambered in .45 Long Colt. This allows you to shoot modern brass cartridge loads in your cap and ball revolver.

What are the key safety precautions when using a cartridge conversion cylinder?

Crucially, only use these cylinders in steel frame revolvers, never brass frames. Additionally, only use loads that are equivalent to or less powerful than standard black powder loads to avoid over-stressing the firearm.

How do you reload the Taylors and Co cartridge conversion cylinder?

Reloading is straightforward: remove the cylinder from the revolver, pull off the screwless back plate, insert new cartridges into the chambers, and reassemble the back plate before reinserting the cylinder.

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