I need a gunsmith familiar with the New Century Tripe Lock

[paladin42]

I have a New Century Triple Lock in .44 Special, 5" bbl. Under certain conditions the ejector rod jams. The way in which this occurs leads me to believe that the rod is slightly bent. I could probably fix it myself but the revolver holds great personal value.

The revolver has been in the same extended family since it was acquired in 1915. It is now in my care, passed on to me by my late mother-in-law. The serial number is 1290, and yes it has been lettered. And yes, these are photos of the actual revolver, taken by a professional photographer. And also yes, it has been refinished.

Stay safe, Steve


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[WR Moore]

You don't mention where you are. You might call Alex Hamilton at Ten Ring Precision. He's located in TX.

 

[paladin42]

You don't mention where you are. You might call Alex Hamilton at Ten Ring Precision. He's located in TX.

My profile mentions that I'm in the Unaka Mountains of Tennessee. That's NE TN where VA, NC, and TN come together.

I am willing to ship the gun anywhere so my location isn't important. Thanks for the tip I'll call on Monday.

Stay safe, Steve

 

[paladin42]

Does anyone else have any recommendations?

 

[WR Moore]

OOPS! didn't read your profile. Sorry about that chief.

 

[SAFireman]

Does it stick every time in the same place, or just infrequently?

If it is random, clean the inner & outer parts really well (this involves taking the cylinder and yoke off and separating the center pin from the barrel). It may be years of gunk built up and turning to varnish.

If you aren't comfortable taking it down, you can pull the stocks and soak overnight in some Ed's Red solution (you make this at home).

Good luck