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Teardown for Colt Single Action Army
lee sherman
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I have a Colt Single Action Army .45 revolver that needs total cosmetic restoration. Total disassembly is a must. I will be doing everything except bluing and nickel refinish. It doesnt look to be very difficult in regard to field stripping or reassembly but if any body out there has any thing to add it would be much appreciated. I have done many rifles and pistols but not a Colt S.A.A. Have'nt found a tutorial that covers this one.Anybody???[?]
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http://warlockfirearms.blogspot.com/2010/06/colt-single-action-revolver-disassembly.html
That dripping noise you hear is Colt collector tears hitting the floor.
Just the phrase "bluing AND nickel" made me shudder! [:0]
not as easy as it sounds........[B)]
If u have to ask what the difference is,well...please don't do this.
http://www.peacemakerspecialists.com/parts.html
There are many more with a Google search.
Thanks for the Warlock info. I can use this to advantage. This is one of two from a Nevada Centennial boxed set. The pistols sat in high humidity for years. The damage would bring tears to anyone interested in firearms. I understand about the hollow ground drivers etc. My mechanical background is extensive so I have no fear of the fieldstrip issues. Both pistols are repairable with some work. Thanks guys. Lee[?]
OK, that explains the bluing and nickel! Good luck in your restoration project and I'm glad we could help. [:)]
And an endorsement of the correct screwdrivers.
The rest is self evident