GRANDPA’S TOP-BREAKS

[Gunreference1]

https://americanhandgunner.com/handguns/grandpas-top-breaks/

Steve

[ltorlo64]

I would love a top-break revolver. My dream top-break is a .455 Webley for its military history.

[NAPOTS]

I have always thought top breaks were cool. I have heard that they are inherently weak which is why they are usually chambered for an anemic cartridge. I would imagine this could be overcome with modern materials and re-engineering the lock mechanism. I think one would be cool in something like .45 acp. A nice short case that you should be able to kick well clear of the cylinder when you break it open. I have some ideas for how to get around needing to use moon clips.