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Posted by Jord on 1/3/2006, 5:40 am
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I have read many places that lube should be used to cover the chambers on BP revolvers. The reasons given were create a gas seal between the chamber and the barrel and to prevent chain fires. On my Cabela's 1858 New Army, the gap between the chamber and the barrel is large enough that a dab of hot lube doesn't do a thing and will get blown out without sealing anything. Then I read the post by Frank on 12/22/05 "I don't think the grease over the bullet prevents "chain-fires", because nobody could explain to me how a spark could go behind a VERY TIGHT fitting ball." So, what does this mean? Can I skip the mess of lube? Is it completely unnecessary, just a good idea, or essential? I lean toward the first, but for the safety of myself and my friends, please let me know if it is the second or third.
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