Smith and Wesson internal lock removal - is it worth it?

If you've been looking into Smith and Wesson internal lock removal, you're probably already familiar with that little circular hole sitting right above the cylinder release on your revolver. Most folks in the gun community affectionately (or not so affectionately) call it the "Hillary Hole." It's been a point of contention for Smith & Wesson fans for over two decades now, and the debate over whether to keep it or kill it isn't slowing down anytime soon. ...

February 2, 2026 · 7 min · Escobar Constantino