S&W DA New Frontier 44 Russian trigger guard

Steve Dee · May 6, 2025

Hi folks, first time posting here. I have a 1st model number 3 new frontier in 44 russian. I need to remove the trigger guard but there are no screws. There is a pin which passes through the frame and through the trigger but that's it. This is not a Schofield or actual Russian, only chambered in 44 Russian. No spur on the trigger guard but the cylinder is stepped down for the 44 Russian cartridge. BTW a HUGE thanks to Poppert's Gun Parts for the exact replacement extractor star and Tony at [email protected] for his neat tiny welding job on my gun. Any help would be appreciated with disasembly of the trigger guard.

wlw-19958 · May 6, 2025

Hi There,

The trigger guard is a big spring and is held
in by spring tension. The front and back arches
or “bow” of the guard need to be compressed
or squeezed together and the tabs on the
ends will pop out of the frame.

This is usually done by using a plastic faced
hammer or mallet and striking the rear of the
trigger bow; causing the front leg of the bow
to momentarily compress and jump out of
the frame.

There is a “Vee” spring under the front leg
of the trigger bow and it will fall out when you
you remove it. This is the Trigger Return Spring.
Pay attention to the direction and “which way
is up” on the spring. It only goes in one way.

Cheers!
Webb

Steve Dee · May 6, 2025

Seriou

wlw-19958 said:
Hi There,

The trigger guard is a big spring and is held
in by spring tension. The front and back arches
or “bow” of the guard need to be compressed
or squeezed together and the tabs on the
ends will pop out of the frame.

This is usually done by using a plastic faced
hammer or mallet and striking the rear of the
trigger bow; causing the front leg of the bow
to momentarily compress and jump out of
the frame.

There is a “Vee” spring under the front leg
of the trigger bow and it will fall out when you
you remove it. This is the Trigger Return Spring.
Pay attention to the direction and “which way
is up” on the spring. It only goes in one way.

Cheers!
Webb

Grateful thanks Webb. There is no way in hell anyone would have figured that out. Clever but devious attachment.

Steve Dee · May 6, 2025

Steve Dee said:
Seriou

Grateful thanks Webb. There is no way in hell anyone would have figured that out. Clever but devious attachment.

Now the obvious elephant in the room .......how do I get the trigger guard back on? I can't compress it by hand and am not too fond of markng it up with channel lock scratches.

mmaher94087 · May 6, 2025

There are a few ways to replace the trigger guard. A wood hammer handle placed between the fore grip frame and the rear of the guard is one. Twist the handle and the rear of the bow pops into place. Another is to use a large pair of locking plastic clamps to squeeze the bow. Channel Locks will work if padded very, very well to protect the bow from the serrations on the jaws.

Steve Dee · May 7, 2025

mmaher94087 said:
There are a few ways to replace the trigger guard. A wood hammer handle placed between the fore grip frame and the rear of the guard is one. Twist the handle and the rear of the bow pops into place. Another is to use a large pair of locking plastic clamps to squeeze the bow. Channel Locks will work if padded very, very well to protect the bow from the serrations on the jaws.

Well Mike, I found the magic bullet for both removal and reinstallation. A simple automotive hose clamp and masking tape to protect the finish. Simply slide the clamp down over the trigger guard and crank it. It squeezes the guard easily. Under 5 minutes remove/replace. I appreciate all the help you guys have given me.

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