Do 9mm Revolvers exist?

Question

I don't think they do, but I don't know a lot about revolvers so I figured I'd ask. I know how a 9mm Luger bullet is shaped, like it would not stay in the cylinder. Just wondering if there is a revolver out there that shoots 9mm rounds.

Answer 1

There were some mods that enable a revolver to utilize the 9mm ammo. It involves the use of a  "half moon" holder for 3 rounds of the ammunition. Slow and clumsy to reload, I don't think they were too successful.  The 9mm is without the rim needed by a revolver to prevent the round from sliding into the cylinder and causing a jam.  

Answer 2

Ruger produced both the  SP101 and their Single action Blackhawk revolvers in 9mm.  You could get a Blackhawk convertible which came with both a .357Mag and a 9mm cyl.  Both may have required moon clips which are really no big deal.    A skilled revolver shooter is very quick to reload utilizing half or full moon clips, even more so than so called speed loaders.

Answer 3

Yes, this one is still in production:

http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firearms/F...

It's a single action.

Answer 4

I almost bought an SP101 in 9mm about 15 years ago since I already had a few 9s but opted for the .357 so I know they do.  The clips to hold the rim looked like a real pain in the butt.

Answer 5

yes

Ruger made the SP101

S&W made one for awhile I think

Taurus made the 905 series

these were all 5 shot models I believe - don't think any are in production now

they all used half-moon or full moon "clips" since the extractor wouldn't work without a rim

Ruger also made a "convertible" single action in .357 mag that had an extra cylider in 9mm

http://www.taurususa.com/products/gunsel...

http://www.ruger-firearms.com/Firearms/F...

Korth still makes one but they are not cheap

http://www.korthusa.com/revolver_en.htm#

there is also the Medusa

http://www.kitsune.addr.com/Firearms/Rev...

Answer 6

i think so

Answer 7

Ruger made a 9mm SP101 during the late 1990's.