I bought my Model 19-4 from a dealer who sells LEO seized firearms.
It came complete with case numbers engraved on it.
Nickel, I did not notice that the barrel was a stainless Model 66 unit till I got it home.
A gun with history.
After a year or so, I started having some FTF issues...also, found it had carry up issues as well.
Looking for a local gunsmith, I found that Andy Horvath lived about a half hour from me.
I dropped the Model 19-4/66 off with him two weeks ago.
Picked it up this week.
He fixed the end shake, installed an oversized hand, and replaced the mainspring and strain screw. He had to turn the barrel shoulder and work the forcing cone to improve the gap.
Now, it locks up perfectly, and is as tight as a drum...can't wait to get it out to the range...

Looks good. Andy does terrific work.

Its nice when things turn out properly. Glad he squared you away. What city is he in? I drive the Ohio turnpike often, If Im driving right by him I would like to know where he is for future reference.

I just looked him up. He is in Elyria. West of Cleveland, OH about 25 minutes.

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John 1:17
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Can't believe how down to earth he is. Dropped off my model 17 to be converted to .32 long last Sunday. I expected a fancier work shop. Glad to hear you liked his work. Larry

He is actually in the town of LaGrange...near Elyria.
Down to earth, for sure. Reminds me of my grandfather.

That sounds like my kind of project! Please update us on how that turns out.

I had him build me a .44sp on a three screw Ruger .357 years ago. I sold it like a Dummy! He does fine work.

Tom

it's probally bad thing, but I have his number memorized....
anyhow here he is..
Diagonal Road Gun Shop 14131 Diagonal Rd. LaGrange, OH 44050 (440) 458-4369