If the revolver is worn with retarded timing,IE the pawl isnt long enough to shove the cylinder into battery/locked position.Do you replace the pawl?Add metal to the pawl and shape?Build up cylinder star??I have an antique that would need a pawl repaired or replaced.Are all of these viable methods? The pawl is tiny Aprox 3/4 of an inch.Dave
When repairing a Revolver timing??
- Thread starter Dave.S
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Yes, those are viable methods. You can also peen the pawl which will stretch it slightly, which may be enough. - dan.
Try peening the hand to lengthen it.
Replacement might be necessary, and likely would involve making it from scratch. At least you have the original to copy. I would avoid altering the cylinder ratchet if at all possible. If that doesn't go well and the cylinder gets pooched, you have a real problem.
Replacement might be necessary, and likely would involve making it from scratch. At least you have the original to copy. I would avoid altering the cylinder ratchet if at all possible. If that doesn't go well and the cylinder gets pooched, you have a real problem.
never mess with the cylinder, they are not a part easily replaced if you mess up, how much is it out? peining the pawl will extend it however making a pawl is not hard, many times working on antique revolvers I make quick aluminum parts to get size and fit then replicate it in steel.
Some pawls, especially on older revolvers have small flat springs on them to help them firmly engage the notches on the back of the cylinder.
If they break off or fall out of their slots, then you get issues with the pawl engaging properly, slipping off and wearing the edges of the notches.
If they break off or fall out of their slots, then you get issues with the pawl engaging properly, slipping off and wearing the edges of the notches.
