Source for original parts needed?

[Brad Foust]

I just picked up a nice Model 1816 US Springfield that needs a few parts. Am wondering if anybody might know of a scource?
Ramrod
Middle band with swivel
Hammer screw
Thanks

 

[nmdd]

Dixie Gun Works lists the band w/o the swivel and the hammer screw....
http://www.dixiegunworks.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_95_361_369&products_id=5011
http://www.dixiegunworks.com/product_info.php?cPath=22_95_361_369&products_id=4997

Hope this helps... :hatsoff:

 

[Jim Blair]

Try posting your wants on the N-SSA site forum-
http://www.n-ssa.org

Or check with-
http://www.lodgewood.com

 

[krolick]

Scots Jim, Lodgewood Mfg. in Whitewater, Wi. It;s like walking into Banermans in the 1890's. They have 100's of M1816 parts. See their website. Also, I'd suggest S&S Firearms out of NY. I've had good luck with both. When needing new or original parts for restoration work. G.S.

 

[Va.Manuf.06]

Scots Jim, Lodgewood Mfg. in Whitewater, Wi. It;s like walking into Banermans in the 1890's. They have 100's of M1816 parts. See their website. Also, I'd suggest S&S Firearms out of NY. I've had good luck with both. When needing new or original parts for restoration work. G.S.

Excellent recommendations - both Lodgewood and S & S - I agree.

I have to say that due to previous "less than good" experiences over the last 40 years, I would leave Dixie out of the consideration when looking for original antique parts. They used to be the only source but now they trail others by a fair distance.