With the hammer down on the notch the cylinder is free to turn. This picture shows the area beneath the notch where the heel of the hammer seems to rest. The arrow at ten o'clock shows where the hammer is landing notice the bluing worn off. Probably from my turning back and forth trying to get the hammer in the notch. I am not going to carry either just want to be sure it is safe to fire or does this indicate some kinda problem. I think it is probably safe but might just check with a gunsmith to be 100%. Thanks