S&W 14-2 Hammer Stud broken off

PA Shootist

I don't know how it happened but my S&W K-38 Model 14-2 has the hammer stud (mounted into left side of frame interior, and apparently the axle about which the hammer revolves) sheared or broken off. I can't see how this part mounts in the frame. Is it press fit into the frame side? Or soldered, or brazed into the frame? I have the broken-off stub and the almost flush with the frame base of the hammer stud, but there is really nothing to grab onto. The part is apparently available inexpensively from Numrich, but I don't know if it something I can repair, or needs sent to a specialist, or the factory. Any information much appreciated.

perry shooter

send it to a S&W PISTOL SMITH

PA Shootist

Hello, Perry Shooter, do you mean to Smith & Wesson, or to a 'smith who specializes in these revolvers? I don't know of anyone, and I would like to see it professionally fixed. Recommendations from you seriously considered and appreciated.

perry shooter

I used to have a number of friends that were Master Pistol smiths some on High Standards Some on 1911 type bulls-eye pistols and some on match S&W pistols. All of my friends have either died or retired from Pistol smithing. While I would prefer a private Pistol smith Smith and Wesson
might be where I advise you to go without having a current smith I know there skill level. It may be a factory type job only. Sure is not just a parts replace all trigger pull etc works off the hammer get it done by professional Good luck Karl.

charliemeyer007

http://smith-wessonforum.com/s-w-smithing/137464-possible-relace-hammer-stud.html

PA Shootist

Thank you gentlemen, it looks like the best path is to contact Smith & Wesson. They used to advertise a lifetime warranty, but I bought this revolver new a long time ago, 40+ years, and have moved about 6 times and have no receipts. I'll contact them and see what they have to say.

dfletcher

quote:Originally posted by PA Shootist
I don't know how it happened but my S&W K-38 Model 14-2 has the hammer stud (mounted into left side of frame interior, and apparently the axle about which the hammer revolves) sheared or broken off. I can't see how this part mounts in the frame. Is it press fit into the frame side? Or soldered, or brazed into the frame? I have the broken-off stub and the almost flush with the frame base of the hammer stud, but there is really nothing to grab onto. The part is apparently available inexpensively from Numrich, but I don't know if it something I can repair, or needs sent to a specialist, or the factory. Any information much appreciated.


I had the same thing happen on a Smith 1917. On the older Smiths the stud's anchoring is clearly seen from the left side of the frame & adjacent to the cylinder release thumbpiece, it's screwed in. Was a bit of a PITA to replace because a special tool is required to screw/unscrew the post.

I suppose at some point Smith went to the matching, flush fit but my guess is it's still a screw in post. Replacing the post is probably no big deal for S & W. I'd think a refinish is required to make everything match up perfectly. Either that or something obviously different, such as leaving the post round as in the old style, or a different color as is found on the newer alloy pistols - you'll notice the studs on the left side of the frame for the hammer, tigger and rebound spring on those guns are a different color than the rest of the frame.

In addition to being screwed into the frame, the hammer pin is supported on the right side by a hole in the sideplate. I suppose there are ways to jury rig a fix, with a longer pin set into the frame. But I would send the thing to Smith & Wesson, see what they advise.

JIM STARK

I believe some later ones were press fit and polished flush with the frame...
JIM...........

nunn

As far as I know, Frank Smith at LSG MFG. in Comanche, Texas, still is does warranty work and general repair work for Smith & Wesson. It won't cost you much to call him and ask, 325-885-2700.

PA Shootist

I called Smith & Wesson customer service this morning. At first, I was told the revolver was too old (Manufactured in 1968, I bought it new around 1969), they wouldn't work on it, parts availability quoted as the reason. I persisted, and asked the young lady to check further. She came back and told me, yes, they think they can repair and refinish! The time frame was approximately 8 months... I think I'll do it anyway, revolver is of no use at this point, and maybe I'm sentimental about it. Initial cost estimate $250.00 and up, depending on what all they find.