American Revolver Cartridges and Loads The following information comes from The Book of the Pistol and Revolver by Hugh B. C. Pollard. The Book of the Pistol and Revolver is also available to purchase in print. American Revolver Rimfire Cartridge Loads (Click to Enlarge)Note.—With small rim-fire cartridges the heavy charge of fulminate also acts as a most powerful propellant. American Revolver Centre Fire Cartridge Loads Click here to purchase The Book of the Pistol and Revolver in paperback Return to The Book of the Pistol and Revolver Table of Contents