Revolvers Author:Rick Sapp Why shoot a revolver when a modern semi-automatic carries more rounds, reloads faster, is flatter and slimmer, and is no more costly? Because it has a relatively straightforward design, a revolver is very reliable. The final point in favor of revolvers is their ability to accept powerful loads. No semi-automatics can withstand the power of loads... more » such as .454 Casull or .475 Linebaugh. In short, revolvers still rock!« less