Bob roller lock

I saw an offer for a Durs Egg lock modified by Bob Roller. The outside parts are the original L&R parts, the inside parts are replaced which includes a forged mainspring.

Has anybody used such a lock, or generally a lock from Bob Roller? What is your opinion about the tuned internals?

 

[Mike Brooks]

I've probably built 3 or 4 guns around roller locks. They are top notch hand made locks

 

[Birddog6]

From what I have always heard, they are top notch locks.

Ain't it a shame that L&R didn't take the hint ? :applause:

 

[CrackStock]

I understand that his locks enjoy a good reputation, but are quite expensive. I think that he is now building his own locks now rather than rebuilding others.

CS

 

[rich pierce]

From what I have always heard, they are top notch locks.

Ain't it a shame that L&R didn't take the hint ? :applause:

Ouch!

 

[traynes1]

Built a caplock rifle in 1974 with a Bob Roller lock and double set triggers. Several thousand round balls later it is still performs flawlessly.
Excellent quality.

 

Thanks for the opinions, is there a way to get in contact with him directly? 354$ seems quite a lot for just modified internals, the lock may be a bit cheaper if I can get it directly from him.

 

[Mike Brooks]

I have no idea how old Bob Roller is by now. Most all of the locks I used of his were dated in the early seventies.

 

[BillinOregon]

You can find Bob over on the long-range muzzleloading Rifle (LRML) board at Yahoo. Real nice fellow.

 

[CrackStock]

The last info that I had was:

[email protected]_ (mailto:[email protected])


CS

 

Thanks all for the help!

 

[CrackStock]

Let me know if it is current so I know whether to keep giving it out.

I am also curious about current pricing as I may purchase one just to have it.

Thanks,
CS

 

[kentuckyflint]

bob is still building locks i purchased 2 from him last year. i have three of them that were built in the early 70's late 60's still shooting. i'm not at home right now but i have his no.@the house. they are exc. quality locks.