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williamd · April 2, 2007, 03:06 PM

I have cleaned a few revolvers (two were identical M36's, different owners, others were mixed) that had so much lead the cylinder rotation was not proper. So, no shootum .. which was good. I think it was just a case of hundreds of rounds with cast bullets and inadequate cleaning. After thorough cleaning (kinda a pain!) all functioned well. Get a lead removal set and clean often. There is not a real easy way ... that I have found. Part of the game.

But, do check timing.

April 2, 2007, 03:06 PM	#12
williamd Senior Member Join Date: March 13, 2007 Location: SoCal Posts: 801	I have cleaned a few revolvers (two were identical M36's, different owners, others were mixed) that had so much lead the cylinder rotation was not proper. So, no shootum .. which was good. I think it was just a case of hundreds of rounds with cast bullets and inadequate cleaning. After thorough cleaning (kinda a pain!) all functioned well. Get a lead removal set and clean often. There is not a real easy way ... that I have found. Part of the game. But, do check timing. __________________ "Outlaw guns and only outlaws will have guns!" Unfortunately, we may be moving in that direction. NRA Benefactor, Conservative!, VN '64-'65. Never sell a gun or a car ... and retire rich!