Changing the Cylinder on Russian 1895 Revolver

[JBP]

I received my Russian 1895 revolver and also
the 32 ACP replacement cylinder. I assumed (incorrectly) that I could change the cylinder like my single action revolvers. Obviously I was in error and being mechanically challenged I can not figure out how the original cylinder can be removed. Any help will be greatly appreciated.

 

[James K]

Turn the ejector rod head one way or the other (I can't remember which, but it only turns one way) and draw it out until it stops. Then swing the ejector rod housing to the right until the curved cut out in the housing lines up with the curved part of the center pin. Withdraw the center pin to the front. Now swing the loading gate down and the cylinder will fall out to the right.

Jim