Gunsmith needed for 629

[Texashark]

I know this has probably been asked and answered, but here goes.
I have a 20 year old 629. 8-3/8 barrel.
I Sold it years ago, and bought it back fairly quickly.
For some reason it shaves lead.

I want to send it to a sure enough Smith smith, not a general gunsmith, and I know there is bound to be a qualified member or recommended gunsmith here.

Who do you recommend?
I also need a rear sight assembly for it, as it currently enjoys a scope.
Thanks,
David

 

[Hapworth]

Where are you? If Texas, per your handle, your best bet is LSG, Mfg. -- factory authorized warranty and repair station.

LSG, Mfg|Gun Parts|Warranty|Gunsmithing

 

[walrus100upd]

bbl shaving lead

I know this has probably been asked and answered, but here goes.
I have a 20 year old 629. 8-3/8 barrel.
I Sold it years ago, and bought it back fairly quickly.
For some reason it shaves lead.

I want to send it to a sure enough Smith smith, not a general gunsmith, and I know there is bound to be a qualified member or recommended gunsmith here.

Who do you recommend?
I also need a rear sight assembly for it, as it currently enjoys a scope.
Thanks,
David

Hi Dave...I'm new to the forum but was a police armorer for 20 yrs. There are a few reasons why a bbl will shave lead... perhaps the most common is cylinder alignment. If the cyl. doesn't index properly or if the cyl is out of line with the bore , it will shave lead in most cases.. There are gauges that are used to check and correct this problem. It only takes a few minutes and no machining is needed. I am located in upstate new York, if you're nearby I would be glad to help.
Ted

 

[jack the toad]

There are gauges that are used to check and correct this problem.
Ted

Welcome to the forum Ted, the best place for everything S&W.
Not to hijack but the gauges you speak of, are they range rods?

 

[Vectorxw8]

I too own a 629, when it developed a problem after 20 years of ownership Smith & Wesson to their great credit told me it had a Lifetime warranty and send it in. I did and it was repaired for free. I can't ask for any more then this out of Any company. Scott

 

[walrus100upd]

lead shaving

Welcome to the forum Ted, the best place for everything S&W.
Not to hijack but the gauges you speak of, are they range rods?

It is a gauge having a few different diameters used to align the yoke so the cylinder will align with the bbl.
The range rods you speak of , are they the same diameter as the inside of the bbl and when run down the inside of the bbl they show bbl / cyl alignment ? I also use those to determine alignment... But if the front end of the cyl is basically in line with the bbl , it still could be slightly off at the other end where the extractor rod seats... That could cause lead to shave off toward the base end of the bullet and not the front... Cylinder end shake will also cause misalignment .. This should be checked in both single and double action ... I believe in realigning everything and in getting the revolvers timing as close as possible , as well as checking all internal parts for wear and adjustment , and don't forget the forcing cone checking for proper gap , inner diameter and burrs.
Did the bbl you had on this gun before changing over to this present one shave any lead ? If not , that might be a clue as to your problem...
Feel free to contact me through my e-mail , perhaps a phone call can isolate your problem easier.. I also know some S&W warrantee centers on the west coast you can contact ..
Ted

 

[OFT II]

Where are you? If Texas, per your handle, your best bet is LSG, Mfg. -- factory authorized warranty and repair station.

LSG, Mfg|Gun Parts|Warranty|Gunsmithing

Another vote for LSG in Comanche, Texas.