PISTOL SMITH ? BASKET CASE .31 COLT NEEDS HELP

[sheriff john]

Found one of my old "projects" - repo .31 colt pocket model, disassembled. I'd like to get it shootable again. Might need a small part or two, don't remember. Been apart since 2004.
Anyone doing such things on a regular basis, gunsmithing wise? Thanks in advance.

 

[Phil Coffins]

Can do, is it brass frame?

 

[sheriff john]

No, case hardened. It was out of time when I disassembled it. During our move to the farm, it ended up among non- ML stuff. Management got a new refrigerator today which required actually moving unmarked boxes ...you get my drift ?

I'll follow this up directly with maker, etc. as soon as my "list" of chores is done.
Thanks

 

[hawkeye2]

Don't forget the photos!

 

[sheriff john]

Don't forget the photos!

I have no photo skillset.

As I recall, I bought the pistol in the 70's and, at the time it did not lock up. There is a small two-leaf spring with one leaf broken off but both pieces saved to order the replacement part. I find no maker's mark on it, simply a serial number. It's in excellent condition, not entirely disassembled.

What I need is a knowledgeable person to replace parts, adjust timing (if needed) and put it back together. PM, please, if interested. Thanks to all.

 

[Phil Coffins]

Pm sent.

 

[hrt4me]

Found one of my old "projects" - repro .31 Colt pocket model, disassembled. I'd like to get it shootable again. Might need a small part or two, don't remember. Been apart since 2004.
Anyone doing such things on a regular basis, gunsmithing wise? Thanks in advance.

consider none other than Gary Lee Barnes, who goes by hoofhearted on these forums...