Clint - Yes you can get to a thread by typing the entire URL into your "Address" window and pressing Go. To see the full URL (you will normally only see a partial URL as a link in a post), place the cursor over the link to highlight it. The URL should be displayed in your info window (at the bottom for IE). I'm not sure how procedure is any different, access wise, from clicking on the link, but it might work.
Also, you might be able to get the revolver info through our library link at the top of the page. The revolver checkout is at the bottom of the library list.