Why didn't this 🇧🇪 chain revolver retainer system catch on? With firearm expert Jonathan Ferguson.

This week Jonathan examines an extremely rare system for suspending your revolver cylinder by Liege-based gunmaker, Alexandre Fagnus. Resembling the humble British plug chain, Jonathan explains why we don't see this system widespread among revolvers of this period.
Pinfire seven-shot revolver - Fagnus (about 1875)
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