UP TO MY OLD WAYS

[williamlayton]

I am a real idiot--I just can't leave things the way I find them--got to fiddle and change something.
The thing about these revolvers is that project pieces can be found pretty reasonably.
I have been seeing some pics of work done modle 25's---bobbing the barrel to 3 inches or so. Looks good and for the purpose of carry seems to be a good idea.
I don't care for changing the hammer to S/A---but i would like to hear some thoughts about that.
I certainly don't like the looks of a bobbed hammer.
I am thinking that a model 22 would be a good project piece. Aside from the fact that ammo is a little cheaper than .45lc-- from a 3 inch barrel there is no difference in volocity given up.
Give me some ideas.
Blessings

[Hammerdown]

Hello William
I can tell you that I used to be a dare Devil and buy custom creations until I realized they were Not as Cool to anyone else when I went to sell them, as when I bought them.  This resulted in a Major cash loss on my part. That said, and the fact that it seems every Billy Bob the Jack leg Gun smith swaps parts in these guns make me very nervous. Are they safe after Modifying is my question ? I kind of like my Old Wrinkled up Puss the way it is and have no Yearning to remove portions of it from an exploded gun. Guy's Like Hamilton Bowen have proven products out there, but be prepared to lay out the Green Back's for one, they are Very Proud of their work. The one gun Bowen Modified for me was a simply caliber stretch from .32 H&R Magnum to the New Federal .327 magnum and that only cost me $95.00 so in my mind it was a no Brainer to me. It is very accurate more so than when it was chambered in the weaker .32 H&R Magnum form, but it did not threaten the life span of the gun, so that is why I elected to have it modified. I have focused on S&W Pre-Model stamped revolver's of Five screw variation over the past few years. The reason was simple for this, They are worth more and hold their value better than any of the others. I Pass up anything that has been refinished or modified, as they simply do not fit into my area of collecting Interest any more..These are just my observations on it, take them for what they are worth...    Hammerdown

[williamlayton]

The Jovino I saw over at S&W was a wonder to behold and his reputation seems valid.
At the low pressures we ar talking about I don't think I would be concerned. It is good info to chew on though.
Does not seem that bobbing the barrel, and moving the front sight and fattening a trigger would be that much expense.
Blessings

[streak]

Wm,
You really got a bad touch of that uncontrollable disease " changeavitist"!
Of course the only cure is to go ahead and make those changes!! Good luck and post pictures after the cure.

[P.A. Myers]

This was a M25-8, 4inch barrel.  Now the barrel is 1 5/8. Note the extractor shaft shroud is gone. Early Smith/Colt style. Large framed snubs are cool. I have a Ruger Alaskan, also very cool.  To me anyway.

[williamlayton]

That is cool--I would have kept the shroud and a little more of the barrel.
You just gotta know that I would find something.
Blessings

[Mohawk]

I was always kind of iffy about the shroud. Of, course my Model 10 does not have one but my 19 does. I guess it gives extra strength but to what avail? My 28 has a shroud but the extractor rod is chewed up. Still functions though, if you know how to use it in its wounded condition. Shroud didn't help it. I think the shroud is to make you feel better or to make the gun look more tough. But, Smiths look good with or without the shroud.

[P.A. Myers]

The gunsmith tells me the forward latch is is not needed. The shroud keeps the shaft from snags. For target work I use a different gun.

[williamlayton]

You know us "cool" folks just like cool stuff and the shroud is just too cool daddio.
OOOOOPPPPPPS. Nobody under 60 is going to know what I mean.
Blessings

[1911crazy]

You know us "cool" folks just like cool stuff and the shroud is just too cool daddio.
OOOOOPPPPPPS. Nobody under 60 is going to know what I mean.
Blessings

Hey William I hear ya and i'm sure that Mikey our buddy does too.  Were not really old yet, its just the next chapter in our lives we turned the page and were on a roll now enjoying what we like to do.  Were probably going were we never been before too.  Its fun for me too now. Its funny how us 60 year olds think too were pretty much on the same page.  Now i have all the educational stuff and some tools for the 1911's I was justa thinkin yesterday about getting some armorers video's and books on the revolvers too.  I figure its time to tweek in some of my slightly rough working revolvers now too.  I'd like to see if i can get the double actions to run smoother.  So your thinking in the same ball park as i do.  Scary??                    CZY

[williamlayton]

Mikey is smarter than me--he is not near as flakey as I. I am hopeless.
Blessings

[44 Man]

William, I too am a sucker for bobbing barrels!  I want to do that yet on one of my single actions.  I have a J frame with a 'bobbed' hammer (for the wife) and a J frame with the spur removed.  It's fine with the spur removed as I can start the hammer back with the trigger then take over with my thumb to cock it.  I have added some serations to the top of it to add purchase for my thumb.  The bad thing about a 'spurless' hammer is you want to be serious about shooting once you cock it back, as there is no way to safely let it back down.  You must put that round down range.  Make them the way you like 'em and enjoy them!  I have invested in several 'custom' guns and alterations in the past, you only lose money if you sell them!  If it is something you really want, go for it.  44 Man