$155 project revolver - *final pics*

[VNK971]

I bought this 5 screw M&P off Gunbroker for $155 total. I knew it was rough from the pictures so I didn't really know what to expect. I got it Monday and took the stocks off finding the rusty mainspring. Looks like the stocks hadn't been off in a long time. I started taking it apart today. Two slide plate screws are still a little tight so I have penetrating oil on them. Surprisingly there doesn't seem to be any pitting, the bore and cylinder charge holes are shiny, and the stocks look pretty good. The smaller side plate screw slot is off center. The sn is C337657 which puts it in mid to late 50s I guess. I'm anxious to see the insides. I'll post more pictures as it progresses.

Final pics #38.

 

[epj]

A little finish challenged but otherwise seems like it can be made serviceable.

 

[italiansport]

Looks like you have quite the project there. Was it operable when you received it? I can't tell from the pictures so is it a non finish left blued gun on one with bad nickle plating? Good luck with your project.
Jim

 

[Old_Cop]

I agree the stocks look much better than the gun, now tell us about the project.

 

[gmborkovic]

Please soak the plate seam with a little oil. Good snag for the money.

 

[DWalt]

C337657 suggests shipment around late 1955. An excellent candidate for a DIY rust blue project.

 

[lamarw]

A half and half mixture of white vinegar and water will take it to a "white" condition meaning removing any remaining blueing prior to a do it yourself bluing. That is if you decide to do so.

It only takes about 2 hours submerged in the solution, at the most, to remove all the remaining bluing.

 

[2152hq]

That doesn't look bad at all. Wouldn't take a whole lot to get it ready for a rust blue as DWalt & lamarw mentioned.
That one side late screw with the off center slot,,that may take a bit of patience to remove. I can't remember seeing one that far off the mark on a S&W before. Take it easy on it and you can back it out.

 

[austintexas]

Put it in a pan and cover it with Kroil or transmission fluid and let it soak for a week and I think those tight screws will loosen.
SWCA 892

 

[S&WsRsweet]

155 bucks is a great price when you consider the enjoyment you will have bringing it back to life plus the pride you will have if you do it yourself ,great find.

 

[zipty6]

That's a good deal. I'm wondering how I missed that one.

I also recommend finishing it with slow rust blue. I'm in the middle of the process on one now. It's not difficult and the results can be very rewarding.

 

[battle]

That's a good deal. I'm wondering how I missed that one.

I also recommend finishing it with slow rust blue. I'm in the middle of the process on one now. It's not difficult and the results can be very rewarding.

When finished post some pics. I'd like to see how the rust blue comes out. Thanks!

 

[zipty6]

When finished post some pics. I'd like to see how the rust blue comes out. Thanks!

Will do.

Here's a model 10-6 that I did a while back:

 

[OLDSTER]

For $155.00 ? What a great winter project gun. Congrats

 

[MCorps0311]

Will do.Yours look great.

 

[Jack Flash]

... I'll post more pictures as it progresses.

We sure will be anxious to see your progress on this one. Some day I am going to buy a similar one and give it a try myself.

 

[VNK971]

I was able to get the other two side plate screws out today. Thanks to all suggesting the rust blue. I think that is what I'm going to do.

 

[zipty6]

When finished post some pics. I'd like to see how the rust blue comes out. Thanks!

Pics of the model 36 that I just finished with in slow rust blue are now posted to this thread.

 

[Jack222]

Looks like a great project. Enjoy the pictures.

 

[two-bit cowboy]

Looking forward to your future photos. I keep looking for a project piece, but others keep driving the prices up. Congrats on your find.