Chambers Queen Anne Lock

[dbraw]

Just received a small Queen Anne lock from Chambers and it is excellent. Whoever assembled it did an outstanding job. Just wanted to share my thoughts.
Dan

[frogwalking]

I received a Dale Johnson lock from them a few days ago, and have been thinking the same thing.  Very nice indeed.

[Pete G.]

All production locks require some cleanup and tuning, but the Chambers locks I have had  experience with seem to be the best.

[JTR]

All production locks require some cleanup and tuning, but the Chambers locks I have had  experience with seem to be the best.

Pete G, What do you find necessary as far as cleaning and tuning? Just curious, as I have a couple new locks I'm getting ready to use.
Thanks, John

[Pete G.]

JTR:
The exterior surfaces are "as cast" and there are usually a few mold lines here and there that need removing. The frizzen can be particularly difficult because it is hardened. I use a set of diamond coated needle files for this, but it is still slow going. Quite often the mainspring rubs against the plate in a couple of places and needs a little attention. Also the sear, sear spring and tumbler usually require some attention to obtain a good consentient trigger pull. Be careful with these as a little bit of change can make a big difference. If you do go too far replacement parts are available. Thank you Eli Whitney.

None of these are show stoppers, but they can make a good lock better.

[jamesthomas]

 I wish they had one in Left hand myself.

[David R. Pennington]

I wish all the locks were available as unassembled kits.

[Ric27]

The exterior of the lock should be draw filed to remove any evidence of casting if you are going for authentic appearance. It does not need polishing per say and generally locks would not be, but neat work has always been respected.

As far as the working parts of the lock go Do Not disturb or other wise adjust, file, stone or polish the sear or sear notch on the tumbler if you are not trained to do so. If the sear angle is improperly set the gun will Not Be Safe as in prone to Unintentional Discharge. If the mainspring rubs the plate the lock is not properly assembled I suggest you discussed the problem with your supplier.

Ric

[Kermit]

I have the same lock with a bronze plate awaiting me getting a round tuit on the project. You're right about the excellent assembly. IIRC it was one of the Liston boys put it together.

[retired fella]

You are quite right.  They do a superb job at assembly.  I bought a kit last year and it turned out great.  However, for the difference in pricing it is probably worth it to buy already put together.  A big plus is they guarantee the work.