lock repair

[Dan]

Have a '50's vintage Geo. Leonard .54 caliber RB target gun with a lock that needs repairs.  Open to suggestions on experts with the talent...............  Sorry, that's 1850's...........









The whole lock assembly is pretty doggone loose, and the squared boss that engages the hammer is in some distress, as well. the recess in the hammer has already been chiseled tighter, but that was Lord knows how long ago, and the recess is floppy, as well.

[Ezra]

Call Brad Emig at Cabin Creek Muzzleloading.  (717) 757-5841.

http://www.cabincreek.net/


Ez

[Daryl]

Sounds as if it needs a new tumbler, is all - or a good small part welder might be able to repair the original tumbler?

[SCLoyalist]

Are you missing the springs and mainspring/tumbler link also?  

The Brad Emig suggestion is probably a good one.   You might also check the dimensions of the lock parts you've got against  Dixie's or Track's catalog images and dimensions.   Maybe you'll get lucky and the internals you're missing will match with a standard lock of the day like a Pattern 53 Enfield or Springfield.

You might have an easier time finding an entire lock to fit (or modify to fit) into the existing mortise.

Good luck.  SCL

[Dan]

Thanks fellas.  Yep, the spring has sprung and there's other deficiencies not so obvious.  Job for a professional, not me. The lock plate is extensively engraved and I've every intention of preserving it.

Dan

[Bob Roller]

I quoted $35 an hour on this lock today but after getting a better look,I don't want it.
It is a sporting rifle lock and the chances of any military lock parts fitting it are about zero.

Bob Roller

[Dan]

Yes sir, you did.  I appreciate your second look and notice.  I'd ask no one to undertake a project for which they had no interest.