Whether the chamber is empty or full we still have Rule #1.
Statically, On Safe is much safer than Off Safe.
Visibly...NOBODY can discern chamber condition.
Mechanically,it's a breeze to get a read on the hammer.
Hint................
Brad says: "Can't fault Rick for his pity letting you back on the fire... but pity it was and remains. Nothing more, nothing less. A sad little man in a sad little dream."