(You've now put the gun in 'full lockup' - keep it there for this and most other tests.) Check for cylinder wiggle. Keep holding the trigger once the hammer is down. Thumb the hammer back, and while pulling the trigger, gently lower the hammer all the way down. Cylinder play With the gun UNLOADED (check for yourself!), close the action. No dry firing is required or desired at any point. Feeler gauges if needed at a minimum, bring a.002'.004' and.006'. Therefore, be extremely careful about safe muzzle direction and personally making sure the gun is unloaded as you begin handling it.īring a small, high-powered LED flashlight. REVOLVER CHECKOUT WARNING: Most of these tests require violation of the 'finger off trigger' rule. I wish I hadn't sold my Taurus M605 - it was a good little gun.