460xvr and loctite

[Mhjohnson]

I have a new 460 purchased last weekend and have watched YouTube videos that recommend using purple Loctite on the

screws as they back out when fired. Is This a problem with this gun and is this a viable solution? As of today mine remains unfired but my finger itches

 

[daddio202]

Screws could technically come loose on any revolver, your particular caliber may increase the chance. If it were me, I would just keep an eye on them, if one starts to back out and you notice the screw slot in a different direction, I would then remove the screw, clean it, and replace with a tiny dab of purple loctite. It should fix it. May take years of use to happen so just go - enjoy the gun but watch for signs of loosening.

 

[sparkyvega]

I've had them come loose on a M610, M629 and 460V. I use blue threadlocker with great success. I clean off all the lube from the threads before applying and allow it to dry thoroughly.

 

[gwrench]

I'm a big fan of all the different varieties of loctite on machinery. On guns Vibra-tite may be better. I'd never heard of it till my brother showed me a while back. It's a resin kind of locker that dries on the threads before assembly.

It locks just fine and won't run like a liquid (and mess up bluing etc).

 

[Dragon 1]

In Smith and Wesson armor’s class that was on the air weights they said to use clear nail polish on the side plate screws.

 

[Mhjohnson]

Thank you for the info. I have not had this problem with any of my S&W revolvers but I will keep an eye on it.

 

[505Gibbs]

Thank you for the info. I have not had this problem with any of my S&W revolvers but I will keep an eye on it.

I think this is your best choice.
I've been around the forum or a while and I don't recall a thread regarding this issue not even on a 500 S&W so go figure.
Obviously, it may ultimately depend on round count. Unless one is reloading, these calibers aren't what people usually take out and fire 100 rounds in a session I would imagine.

 

[sparkyvega]

Heck, my M610 had three loose screws OOB!

I think this is your best choice.
I've been around the forum or a while and I don't recall a thread regarding this issue not even on a 500 S&W so go figure.
Obviously, it may ultimately depend on round count. Unless one is reloading, these calibers aren't what people usually take out and fire 100 rounds in a session I would imagine.

 

[chief38]

I have been shooting Revolvers for almost 50 years and can't remember a screw backing out on a S&W - even on Magnums. Colt SAA's - yes, but not on Smith's. I do not own a 500 Magnum however I've shot 5 different versions in different barrel lengths - more than just a few times. I've never had a screw back out that I was aware of.

Before Locktiting, I'd prefer to tighten any screw properly and even try replacing it with a new one. If nothing else works, I suppose Blue Locktite could be used as a last resort.

 

[iouri]

Heck, my M610 had three loose screws OOB!

Surprisingly so did mine. None of my X-frames got loose after hundreds of rounds. Go figure.


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[robvious]

take a photo with you phone for reference...
rather then snugging them up when not needed

 

[wheelgun28]

Blue Loctite considered removable for screws 1/4" to 3/4"

Purple is removable for under 1/4" screws.

You can find the charts online to show what does what. Things have changed slightly since I went to loctite class.

 

[PatriotX]

The number one screw (yoke/crane) came with red loctite from the factory on my 637 and 642.

 

[OldChief]

I have to join the group that have been shooting for years (me 60+) and I can't remember a problem with any screws coming lose on any of my revolvers. I always shoot 100 rounds or more through each firearm I take to the range. I also clean each firearm following each range session and every 6 months perform a compete periodic maintenance where I remove side plates and etc. I suppose this probably keeps everything tight.