Model 25-2 (not for the easily offended or sqeamish)
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A photograph of the other side.
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This is how it arrived. Chopped and dirty. It needs a good cleaning and then some time in the shop.
When I tried the action it stacked badly, almost to the point of not functioning. I was relieved when I removed the grips and found this.
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Yep, the strain screw was not tight. Grabbed an Allen wrench and snugged it solid. Nice smooth but heavy action.
It also came with a 4 1/4” barrel that is well crowned but the Patridge is slightly askew.
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This is how it arrived. Chopped and dirty. It needs a good cleaning and then some time in the shop.
When I tried the action it stacked badly, almost to the point of not functioning. I was relieved when I removed the grips and found this.
Yep, the strain screw was not tight. Grabbed an Allen wrench and snugged it solid. Nice smooth but heavy action.
It also came with a 4 1/4” barrel that is well crowned but the Patridge is slightly askew.
Kevin
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I prefer my barrels to be a little bit shorter but this will work. The grip frame has been altered for round K’s but of course up by the horn we are still in N frame territory, so custom stocks will be the order of the day.
As I get pieces of the puzzle together, I will post follow ups.
Thanks for visiting.
Kevin
As I get pieces of the puzzle together, I will post follow ups.
Thanks for visiting.
Kevin
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Your last pic shows a different barrel. Are you going to use it instead? I like the 4 1/4" barrel better. Neat project.
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Yes, it is my intention to use the 4 1/4” barrel,Your last pic shows a different barrel. Are you going to use it instead? I like the 4 1/4" barrel better. Neat project.
I am having trouble deciding if this is a factory or a shortened barrel.
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Careful what you wish for!
Mark, if you look at the muzzle on the 3.5” barrel you will note it is slightly off kilter. I no longer have the equipment to correct it. Or at least not quickly, files will always work.
If I were to stick a sight there it would likely be a McGivern or Call bead.
My competition days are long behind me. I am a used-to-was now!Just to let you know....at the ARMOR EXPRESS PIN SHOOT.... 3-1/2"/6 rds/no reload is the "Carry Gun Class"....
Later, Mark
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StrawHat, can you better explain how the Patridge Sight is 'off kilter' on the barrel? I'm certainly not doubting your skilled observation, but for a novice such as myself (and I'll bet I'm not alone!), I simply don't understand what you're pointing to as a reference. Some help please!
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A picture is worth a bird in the hand!
I have tried to show how the front sight leans a bit to the left.
If my shop were up and running, I would square the barrel in a fixture and lightly clamp the sight to the barrel. I would then apply heat. When the solder melts, the sight should align itself with the rib. If not, plan B!
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I wish! I don’t even have access to proper hand tools to complete this project. I do, however, have access to Andy Horvath!
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It won’t be quick but it will be right!
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