How to do a One Shot Reload with a Revolver - Cowboy Action Shooting

This video demonstrates the 'one-shot reload' technique for Colt-style and Ruger Vaquero revolvers, crucial for Cowboy Action Shooting competitions. Expert Jim Finch ('Long Hunter') details methods for standard and free-spin cylinder models, emphasizing practice for efficiency in shoot-offs. The technique involves precise indexing to load a single round into the empty chamber.

Quick Summary

The 'one-shot reload' is vital for Cowboy Action Shooting. For Colt-style revolvers, roll the gun, open the gate, set to half-cock, index to the empty chamber, load, and return to fire. Ruger Vaqueros are simpler due to no half-cock notch. A free-spin cylinder offers the fastest method.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction & Demo
  2. 00:19Importance in Competition
  3. 00:45Colt-Style Revolver Technique
  4. 01:59Standard Ruger Vaquero Technique
  5. 02:42Free-Spin Cylinder Technique
  6. 03:26Conclusion & Practice

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the 'one-shot reload' technique in Cowboy Action Shooting?

The 'one-shot reload' is a specific technique for quickly loading a single round into a revolver during a match, typically into the empty chamber revealed after firing. It's crucial for maintaining speed in competitions like Cowboy Action Shooting.

How do you perform a one-shot reload on a Colt-style revolver?

For Colt-style revolvers, you roll the gun into your left hand, open the gate, set to half-cock, use thumb-to-knuckle indexing to find the empty chamber, insert the round, and index back to the firing position.

What's the difference in reloading a standard Ruger Vaquero versus a Colt?

The standard Ruger Vaquero reload is simpler as it lacks a half-cock notch. The cylinder rotates freely when the gate is open, allowing for a quicker indexing process to find the empty chamber before inserting a new round.

What is a free-spin cylinder modification and why is it beneficial?

A free-spin cylinder allows the revolver's cylinder to rotate in either direction without engaging the hand mechanism. This modification significantly speeds up the reloading process, especially the 'one-shot reload' technique.

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