“I’ve never seen any study that proves there is any difference in the reliability of revolvers vs pistols. Most alleged experts claim there is none.”
From my own experience, there certainly can be a difference. The feed on a pistol, even a high-quality one, is a common source if jam. I had to shop-around and combine magazine-parts to get near 100% reliable feed with a .45 I have.
What you said. My revolvers have never jammed, misfired, or stovepiped. I have two in my car that I pull out and fire every six months or so, full of dog hair and all. They never fail.
I cannot say that for any of my other weapons.
YMMV