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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
I just wonder how many folks would buy a brand new SA revolver that already has a "Beauty Ring"? ( they don't come that way from the factory). Something makes me think they'd want a discount or to see another one . . . (let's be honest). Mike -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
What you see is inexpensive revolvers ran for as long as they can, in whatever condition the action is in, even folks talking about having to "help the cylinder rotate by hand" . The average person doesn't treat a wheelbarrow like its a Rolls. Yeah, they never "go bad" . . . but for... -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
So what you're saying is the bolt draggs from notch to notch ( bet its something else to load!!! 😄). I'd bet there's some wear on the hammer plunger and/or the back surface of the bolt (cyl latch) for some of it, probably some throw-by events along with rotating the cyl by hand to lockup... -
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Ugly Hammer
You can see the "contact patch" of the frame/ hammer in your second pic. If your not maintaining full contact with nipple, file the frame at the contact area to gain 100% contact fore / aft with above test. It wouldn't hurt to go ahead and clean up the hammer face some. Mike -
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Ugly Hammer
The imprint in your hammer doesn't look all that bad. Is there contact with the hammer and nipple (without cap) ? Check for forward movement of the cylinder if you push the hammer forward with your thumb (while maintaining some rear pressure on the cylinder to keep any contact with... -
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Ugly Hammer
It'd be easier /cheaper to just relieve the inside curve of the hammer . . . and /or inside the hammer slot. Won't take much to make up the difference. Many times ROA's need the "ears" on either side of the hammer need to be relieved to restore reliable ignition. Mike -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
Yap, wokeness apparently was the demise of the ROA !! They are definitely the "premo" revolver !!! Mike -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
No, you're still lumping all the BH's together. There's OM BH's and NM BH's. The timing for OM's is like Colt and the NM's time at the mid mark between chambers. Maybe you don't have the Kuhnhausen book on Ruger SA's but on the very same page (168), very same paragraph, very next... -
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Grease in Revolver
I'll add, especially if I put an action shield on the hammer. If so, I wouldn't worry about it. If not, then a yearly check will be fine. Keep in mind, as you cycle the action the grease will migrate throughout so it will eventually get "dirty". If you feel the need, use a Q-tip to scoop out... -
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Grease in Revolver
Hello sir!!! I'd give it a year and then check it. Mike -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
Not really. I just edited my previous post but I'm happy to repeat it. On page 168 of the Kuhnhausen book ( Ruger SA revolvers) it exactly explains the OM ( 3 screw) is to drop the bolt in the beginning of the approach. You know, I know this stuff really really well and not just... -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
You can think anything you want. Funny how all 5 of my ROA's were correct when I got them and I've only done "my thing" to two of them . . . In fact, on page 168 of the Kuhnhausen book ( Ruger) it specifically says what I said. OM ( 3 screw) Rugers bolt should drop at the beginning of the... -
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1860 Army large screws for shoulder stock
Yes. It's not a firearm. If a conversion cyl is installed -NO!! Mike -
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1860 Army large screws for shoulder stock
I appreciate that Notchy Bob!! -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
So, the idea is the manufacturer doesn't know how to "finish" their product, but everybody who owned it before you took "exceptional" care of it? I think not ( no offense meant, just logical thinking that the owners knew better than Ruger? Really?). How many new cars get sold with dents and... -
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1860 Army large screws for shoulder stock
You might see if Uberti screws will fit (I don't have an ASM to check). If so, I'll be happy to turn them down for you. Mike -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
POINT BEING (!) IF there is a ring on a Colt, Colt type or 3 screw Ruger. It has either : - Been neglected - Broken an action part - or been mishandled. Never said it wouldn't function. Folks used to take care of their firearms and learned HOW TO HANDLE a SA revolver . . . mainly... -
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ROA Centennial Edition - What have I got?
First of all there are Old Model Rugers ( 3 screw) and New Model ( 2 pin) models and they don't operate the same. Folks that argue these things should know that. So, no "cool-aid" envolved. Three screw Rugers have the same timing as Colt. Pure and simple if the parts are good and timing is...