New orleans ace pistol

[silverfox]

This is probably old hat so to speak . I was given this pistol as a kit still in the box. My question is how do I compress the spring enough to git it installed.
thanks fox

 

[Jotto626]

You need a spring vise. I have seen people on youtube use a visegrip......but not recommended.

 

[Metalshaper]

polish everything up and get it close to final finishing. With the grip off, Install the guide and spring and hold it( sticking out the back of the frame ) with a pair of padded vise grips.. then install the hammer and it's pin. With a lil wiggling you can engage the guide into its seat with the hammer..and then release the vise grips!

Respect Always
Metalshaper/Jonathan

 

[silverfox]

Thanks I will see if I can do that. I have spring vices but they don't work with the round springs thanks fox

 

[silverfox]

Thanks I did use the visegrips as you stated and now have returned the pistol to it's owner.

 

[Metalshaper]

Glad you got it done! and WooHoo, I knew something that would help!! :grin:

Respect Always
Metalshaper/Jonathan