Lock plug. Now taking orders to ship next week.

ifjpm · #**101** 05-13-2015, 12:24 PM

I could use one in stainless J frame and stainless L and N frame

Jibbles · #**102** 05-15-2015, 07:41 PM

I could use one for my 627 pro in stainless.

Thanks!

Sam2511 · #**103** 05-15-2015, 10:55 PM

Another one, L frame in stainless!

LawDawg72 · #**104** 05-15-2015, 11:33 PM

I desperately need one for my 617-6. I quit buying any new Smiths because of than damned internal lock and I really hate that because there's some new models I'd like to own.
Please, please begin making the plugs!!!

Sam2511 · #**105** 05-15-2015, 11:35 PM

Amen Brother!

Super Trucker · #**106** 05-16-2015, 12:39 PM

If you decide to make them for a J-Frame I would take one in the SS /grey colored finish.
I bought 2 from John a few years back and they have worked well and were not hard to install.

Cullen · #**107** 05-18-2015, 01:24 AM

I would definitely be interested in one for a 686-6.

HeloMt · #**108** 05-19-2015, 01:36 PM

I could use one for a 686-6, as well.

Randy

Bah Humbug · #**109** 05-20-2015, 02:25 AM

Ill take a Blued plug for the Governor, Please.

BillBond · #**110** 05-23-2015, 10:15 PM

I would like some for the 638-3 and the 317-3.

aimhard · #**111** 05-23-2015, 10:49 PM

Need one for a 629-6.

doctorj357 · #**112** 05-24-2015, 10:34 AM

I would like one in J frame, SS in matte finish

Acroyer · #**113** 05-24-2015, 11:42 AM

Here's another vote for SS matte J frame.

NealC · #**114** 05-25-2015, 11:18 PM

I nevered received my plug from John. I am in for an N frame stainless version when you start making them.

NealC · #**115** 05-26-2015, 09:08 AM

Does anyone have the dimensions and a picture of the plug (not installed)?

rocketman4real · #**116** 05-27-2015, 12:09 AM

I would take on in black for a Scandium J frame, and one in bead blasted stainless for a new 66.

Sam2511 · #**117** 05-27-2015, 03:37 AM

Looks like there is a huge market for a well made plug.
Sam

epj · #**118** 05-28-2015, 09:31 PM

Well, not a huge market, but perhaps a viable market. I'm working on the project, getting dimensions and a drawing together. Still going to be a couple of weeks before I can start making a prototype. Have patience. I've got a lot of irons in the fire. This is just one, and it may not necessarily prove to be economically viable. Won't know until I get a few made. Stay tuned for further updates.

Sam2511 · #**119** 05-28-2015, 09:41 PM

Thanks epj for exploring production possibilities, we're all rooting for you!

Super Chief · #**120** 05-28-2015, 09:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by epj

As some of you may know, I've been manufacturing sight pushers for several years. It all started on this forum and has grown into a pretty busy part time business. I have the capability of manufacturing a plug for the lock hole. I am still on the fence as to whether John Whitt is going to show back up. If he does, I wouldn't consider it. Frankly, given what I know of the situation, I fear the worst for John. Anyway, give me some feedback as to the interest in a plug. It might be just exactly like John offered, or might be a bit different. Probably very similar. I'd probably start with the stainless K,L,N and go from there. Give me your thoughts and we'll go from there.
Ed Jennings
Jennings Machine and Tool

I definitely want one for my Blued Model 27. I'm likely gonna want one for the Model 10 I plan to get too. Been lookin' everywhere tryin' to find one

M&P340 · #**121** 05-30-2015, 01:35 PM

I would take a blued one for M&P340.

Domino300 · #**122** 05-31-2015, 07:06 PM

I'd buy 2 for blued N-frames.

brucev · #**123** 05-31-2015, 08:05 PM

Ready to buy one for my 21-4 Thunder Ranch! Just let us know! Sincerely. bruce.

firebreather · #**124** 05-31-2015, 08:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by brucev

Ready to buy one for my 21-4 Thunder Ranch! Just let us know! Sincerely. bruce.

Same here.

Rob

TwoLaneBlackTop · #**125** 06-03-2015, 01:57 PM

I would be interested in a plug with a stainless matte/bead-blasted finish for a 627 PC, and one with a polished stainless finish for a J-frame.

RudyN · #**126** 06-17-2015, 11:36 PM

I would like a stainless steel one for my 686-6.

Decker · #**127** 06-18-2015, 12:06 AM

I'm in for 2 stainless.
One for my 617 (real stainless),, and one for my 642 (stainless in appearance but actually clear coated aluminum as from factory).

ds8514 · #**128** 06-18-2015, 09:34 AM

Ill need one for my 686

Jessie · #**129** 06-18-2015, 09:54 AM

I'd be up for a 642 plug. You mentioned it would probably be around current cost. What is that? I never saw the other ones offered.
I understand any price is ballpark and NOT a quote.
Thanks

KentN · #**130** 06-18-2015, 10:32 AM

I'd order two for N frame revolvers; one blue and one stainless.

nyeti · #**131** 06-18-2015, 11:15 AM

I could use some N frame ones in flat black and stainless. Even a bead blast stainless would work for both at this point. I do hope you do some in dull stainless and black as it seems like the airweight and scandium type guns are the ones that really need the locks out for functional reasons.

Nacho Man · #**132** 06-18-2015, 11:30 AM

I'm in on one for my 586 L frame

LawDawg72 · #**133** 06-18-2015, 05:26 PM

Any news on when these might be coming to market?

epj · #**134** 06-18-2015, 05:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LawDawg72

Any news on when these might be coming to market?

Got a sketch with dimensions done today and ordered some machinable stainless material. Once material is in hand we can see what we can do and what sort of time is involved in making these. I plan to use the existing spring loaded fork for retention. Target cost is in the $30-35 range. Keep in mind that machine work is a bargain at $1/minute. I should know something within a week or two.

GunarSailors · #**135** 06-18-2015, 08:25 PM

Any plans on carbon steel?

epj · #**136** 06-18-2015, 08:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GunarSailors

Any plans on carbon steel?

If we can get the stainless right, we can do carbon. You may have to do your own blueing. Alternative is to do the plug in black Delron.

Sam2511 · #**137** 06-19-2015, 12:13 AM

I'm excited, now I will be able to trust my gun!

VPNAVY · #**138** 06-20-2015, 02:10 PM

Just gonna sit here and wait for the announcement that epj is taking orders!

75Vette · #**139** 06-20-2015, 04:40 PM

Add me to the list for a ss K/L frame. I hope you're ready to pull some OT!

F224 · #**140** 06-20-2015, 05:40 PM

Ed: I ordered and paid or a couple that John was not able to deliver. He did refund my money. If you will make them, I'll take three of them.

epj · #**141** 06-22-2015, 04:02 PM

See original post for updates

mauiblue · #**142** 06-22-2015, 04:14 PM

Thanks epj for the update. Looking forward for the final product.

plinker 22 · #**143** 06-22-2015, 04:56 PM

I can use 4 stainless for a 63/686/627 and 2 cleared aluminum for a 317/637.

epj · #**144** 06-27-2015, 08:18 PM

New update available in first post.

Cleveland48 · #**145** 06-27-2015, 08:42 PM

As soon as you start the J frame plugs let me know. I'll buy one in a heartbeat!

locsmb · #**146** 06-28-2015, 03:38 AM

Sorry if this is a stupid question. Is the plug meant to be used on a frame where the internal lock has been removed or does it mate into the key hole on an installed lock?

Sam2511 · #**147** 06-28-2015, 03:52 AM

In the empty hole where that stupid lock used to be.
Sam

yep380 · #**148** 06-28-2015, 09:34 AM

Awesome update - anxiously awaiting what you come up with for my J.

epj · #**149** 06-28-2015, 10:25 AM

Once we get the KLN size down pat, the J's won't be far behind. The X frames are a different story. Someone is going to have to provide dimensions. I don't have one to try, and don't really want one. So, if you have a X frame, and a good micrometer, feel free to measure and PM me the results.

Geronimo Jim · #**150** 06-28-2015, 10:31 AM

Any chance these would fit a Governor?