The most obvious place to start is our own Western Gun Parts. They have an extensive selection of parts for just about anything. Like most places, they’ve got screws and springs galore, plus a few other bits and pieces, original and reproduction.
Western Gun Parts, 18124 – 107th Avenue, Edmonton - (780) - 489 – 5711
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention Numrich (AKA Gun Parts Corporation). If you don’t already have their monstrous, phone-book-like catalogue, you should spend the $5.00 US. It’s a wonderful source of information and diagrams. They have a significant pile of pre-64 model 94 parts, as well as parts for some stuff you probably didn’t even know existed. An excellent place if WGP doesn’t pan out.
Gun Parts Corporation, 226 Williams Lane, West Hurley, NY 12491 – (877) 486 - 7278
Another useful source is Mr. Fred Goodwin of Sherman Mills, Maine. Mr. Goodwin is approximately 477 years old, and his hearing is not what it used to be. Nonetheless, he’s more than willing to talk to you to determine what you need (speak loudly, slowly, and clearly), then get back to you to tell you if he has it, and if so, how much. He’s got an extensive stock of old parts, and a great accent.
Mr. Fred Goodwin, Sherman Mills, Maine 04776 - (207) 365 – 4451
I know nothing about Art Pirkle, but he comes highly recommended.
Art Pirkle – 1344 w. 17th Place, Yuma, AZ 85364 – (520) 783 – 9108
Buckingham’s is (in my experience) very slow to respond to email. I sent them a letter two years ago. I can only assume the pony express guy was bushwhacked, because I haven’t heard squat since. They have a website, but it’s really not much. However, they give every indication of having decent parts availability, and for $10.00 US, will send you a catalogue to prove it. If you’re looking for obscure bits, they’re one more possible source.
Buckingham’s – 501 Eaton-Brazil Road Trenton, TN 38382 – (901) 559 – 4169 after hours
Cowboy Arms has new springs and screws for many of the Winchester lever guns and reproductions. They’re even building replacement toggle links for the early lever guns.
www.Cowboyarms.com