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Posted: 1/8/2009 5:48:39 PM EDT
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I found your reviews to be spot on. I have a drawer full of HKS that I use and
gave away the two Safarilands that I tried. Whenever I am in a gun store and I see one (HKS) I will usually grab it. For pocket carry, I prefer the Bianchi speed strips. They can be almost as fast as the speed loader with some practice. Good Work. I wrote reviews on both the HKS and Safariland speedloaders. I do compare them to each other in the reviews. If you aren't familiar with one or the other the reviews are worth a look HKS Speedloader for Quicker Revolver Reloads Safariland Speedloader - Great for Experts |
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Posted: 1/8/2009 6:01:51 PM EDT
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I was taught a different way to use the HKS speed loaders. You hold onto the knob with your strong hand while cradling the frame in your left hand, your left thumb on the cylinder. Once you have indexed the rounds you keep hold of the knob with your strong hand, use your left thumb to rotate the cylinder which will release the rounds. As soon as they drop you let go of the knob while transitioning your strong hand to the grip.
I know I don't have a way with words and it is a lot easier to show you in person but try it next time, you might be surprised! |
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Posted: 1/8/2009 6:03:49 PM EDT
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I was taught a different way to use the HKS speed loaders. You hold onto the knob with your strong hand while cradling the frame in your left hand, your left thumb on the cylinder. Once you have indexed the rounds you keep hold of the knob with your strong hand, use your left thumb to rotate the cylinder which will release the rounds. As soon as they drop you let go of the knob while transitioning your strong hand to the grip. I know I don't have a way with words and it is a lot easier to show you in person but try it next time, you might be surprised! That is pretty much how I was taught, except to twist the knob and let the HKS fall away as you close the cylinder.... |
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Posted: 1/8/2009 6:08:05 PM EDT
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I was taught a different way to use the HKS speed loaders. You hold onto the knob with your strong hand while cradling the frame in your left hand, your left thumb on the cylinder. Once you have indexed the rounds you keep hold of the knob with your strong hand, use your left thumb to rotate the cylinder which will release the rounds. As soon as they drop you let go of the knob while transitioning your strong hand to the grip. I know I don't have a way with words and it is a lot easier to show you in person but try it next time, you might be surprised! That is pretty much how I was taught, except to twist the knob and let the HKS fall away as you close the cylinder.... There is a lot of good knowledge to be passed on with a revolver, it is just hard to explain it sometimes. Definitely something that is easier to show in person. |
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Posted: 1/8/2009 7:12:21 PM EDT
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I only use HKS with my 629... plus I also bought my father some for his 686. I may buy another S&W revolver, which I would stock up on them for that, as well.
When I was looking into speedloaders, one of my friends showed me his Safariland. I did not like it at all, just because of the loading of the loader. The HKS are just basic, which is what I want for loading a revolver. I did look at moonclips, but couldn't stand the empties being held like that (plus I've seen problems unloading a cylinder without it, which would be a lot worse with a moonclip). |
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Posted: 1/9/2009 10:53:47 AM EDT
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Good reviews, I sold my HKS and use my Safariland. I just wish the Safariland were more common.
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Posted: 1/9/2009 7:01:16 PM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: I was taught a different way to use the HKS speed loaders. You hold onto the knob with your strong hand while cradling the frame in your left hand, your left thumb on the cylinder. Once you have indexed the rounds you keep hold of the knob with your strong hand, use your left thumb to rotate the cylinder which will release the rounds. As soon as they drop you let go of the knob while transitioning your strong hand to the grip. I know I don't have a way with words and it is a lot easier to show you in person but try it next time, you might be surprised! That is pretty much how I was taught, except to twist the knob and let the HKS fall away as you close the cylinder.... I actually did a pictorial thread step-by-step on my reloading method with the HKSs, but I'm sure I've deleted the pics by now. I use my left(weak) hand to cradle the gun from below, with the trigger guard in my palm. Hit the cylinder release with strong hand thumb. Index finger of weak hand is on the frame in front of the cylinder window, pinkie finger on the frame to the rear of the cylinder window, and middle two fingers push the cylinder open and hold the cylinder still for the reload. |
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Posted: 1/10/2009 2:39:10 AM EDT
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For my S&W 686 Plus, the HKS speedloader is the only way to go. It is well made and easy to use. I bought several of them for use at the range. Makes for fast and easy reloading.
BTW, good review on the HKS. |
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Posted: 1/11/2009 10:38:31 AM EDT
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I only use HKS due to the fact of only one method of operation for several calibers and capacities. I use the following
J frame .22 Mag 6 shot J frame .38 SPL 5 shot K frame .38/357 6 shot and Colt D frames L frame .357 6 shot N frame .41 Mag N frame .44 Mag/Spl Charter Arms 5 shot .44 Spl CD |
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Posted: 1/11/2009 11:27:54 AM EDT
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I have used HKS for years. You really need to practice with them. If you try to go too fast, you can easily end up pulling several rounds out of the cylinder when removing the loader.
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Posted: 1/11/2009 12:40:42 PM EDT
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I was taught a different way to use the HKS speed loaders. You hold onto the knob with your strong hand while cradling the frame in your left hand, your left thumb on the cylinder. Once you have indexed the rounds you keep hold of the knob with your strong hand, use your left thumb to rotate the cylinder which will release the rounds. As soon as they drop you let go of the knob while transitioning your strong hand to the grip. I know I don't have a way with words and it is a lot easier to show you in person but try it next time, you might be surprised! That is pretty much how I was taught, except to twist the knob and let the HKS fall away as you close the cylinder.... +1 as well. This way IF one round falls out for some reason your hand is under there to catch the round. |
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Posted: 1/11/2009 4:17:41 PM EDT
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Same here. I have both S&W and Colt revolvers, many of the speedloaders will work with both S&W and Colt guns. The C-A 5-shot will also work the the 5-shot L-frame S&W 296 and 696.
I only use HKS due to the fact of only one method of operation for several calibers and capacities. I use the following J frame .22 Mag 6 shot J frame .38 SPL 5 shot K frame .38/357 6 shot and Colt D frames L frame .357 6 shot N frame .41 Mag N frame .44 Mag/Spl Charter Arms 5 shot .44 Spl CD |
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