Function Testing of Smith and Wesson Model 15 Revolvers Modified to Fire the 9mm Luger Cartridge

Abstract

The objective of this program was to modify a Model 15 revolver to fire 9mm ammunition and to test the functioning of both .38 Special and 9mm ammunition in the modified revolver. The Air Force modification consisted of machining an annular cut on the rear face of the revolver cylinder and ejector starwheel and reaming each of the six cylinder chambers to accept the 9mm cartridge. In addition, steel half-moon clips were provided to hold and headspace the 9mm cartridges in the modified cylinder. The Smith and Wesson modification consisted of .38 Special and 9mm ammunition changeable revolver cylinders. Both modifications performed satisfactorily.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 01, 1975
Accession Number
ADB003897

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  • John D. Edgar

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  • Weapons Technologies

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  • Accuracy
  • Air Force
  • Air Force Facilities
  • Air Force Personnel
  • Ammunition
  • Ball Ammunition
  • Cartridge Cases
  • Explosives
  • Firing Pins
  • Guns
  • Machining
  • Measurement
  • Pistols
  • Revolvers
  • Security
  • Test And Evaluation
  • Weapons

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