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salvadore · June 12, 2010, 10:37 AM

I would like one of you folks to tell me why the hammer block on S&W revolvers is necessary. I am unable to see how the trigger rebound spring housing would allow the hammer all the way forward without the trigger being pulled. Anyone?

June 12, 2010, 10:37 AM	#1
salvadore Junior member Join Date: January 1, 2007 Location: Idaho Posts: 2,282	hammer block I would like one of you folks to tell me why the hammer block on S&W revolvers is necessary. I am unable to see how the trigger rebound spring housing would allow the hammer all the way forward without the trigger being pulled. Anyone?