New lock - video of sparking added

[Jim Kibler]

Hi Jim,
I meant no criticism just it looked different.  I much prefer the appearance of the two examples of your lock that you show rather than Frank House's version. 

dave

No worries Dave.  I'm glad for your questioning of the top jaw screw.  I'm much happier after considering some other options. 

All the best,
Jim

[Jim Kibler]

3-8-20

Jim,

What is the price of the lock without water proof pan?

What is the price of lock with water proof pan?

Best Regards,

Robert

https://kiblerslongrifles.com/collections/locks/products/coming-soon-kiblers-ketland-import-flintlock-3-month-wait

[D. Taylor Sapergia]

Can the new lock be used to replace the Chambers' lock in an already built SMR?

[TDW]

Like Taylor, I would like to know the answer to this question!! Great looking lock!!
Tom W.

[Jim Kibler]

No, this will not replace a Chambers Late Ketland.  We chose to design this from the ground up.  Sorry!

Jim

[Jim Kibler]

3-8-20

Jim,

What is the price of the lock without water proof pan?

What is the price of lock with water proof pan?

Best Regards,

Robert

I'm hesitant to discuss pricing here as I'm not sure it's appropriate, but both locks will be priced the same.  I provide a link to our store earlier in this thread.

Thanks!
Jim

[D. Taylor Sapergia]

No worries Jim, and thanks for the clarification.  My lock works just fine...not sure I want to be corrupted with one that performs better.  If I am, what am I to do with all of the other locks I have on rifles and guns?

[Jim Kibler]

Thanks guys.  One other thing I'd like to mention...  We've received a few calls from people who said they had heard we were having trouble with mainsprings breaking.  This is not true in the slightest.  In fact since we've begun this lock making endeavor, we've not had one single spring break.  Not even on the trial springs.  Just wanted to try to head this off at the pass before it takes on life of it's own!

All the best,
Jim

[Kevin Houlihan]

Jim,
 That's a great looking lock. I'm also looking forward to the water poof pan version.  Is the bridle on this lock located by pins also?  I couldn't tell looking at the pictures.
Thank you,
Kevin

[TDW]

Well..., I guess I'll just have to buy another SMR kit to get the improved CNC parts!!! 😂 Maybe a .32 in maple with a few modifications!!💩

[Jim Kibler]

Jim,
 That's a great looking lock. I'm also looking forward to the water poof pan version.  Is the bridle on this lock located by pins also?  I couldn't tell looking at the pictures.
Thank you,
Kevin

This is a bit difficult to describe, but the short answer is yes.  The bridle is positively located and the screws only hold the bridle to the plate.  I'll have to get some pictures taken to fully describe things.  It's a pretty neat set-up.

Thanks,
Jim