M65-7 Hammer Bushing?

[Johnny_Utah]

This is a new purchase, and while doing a little inspection I noticed the following, see picture. I don't own any other wheel guns, and found this one at a good price.

Does anybody have any preliminary suggestions before a gunsmith sees it? I haven't fired it, I was told that it works no problem. I have dryfired and it stung my finger like it should. I've found replacement parts, but can the bushing be replaced without any special tools, punches, etc?

Thanks for any help.

 

[Tired Gunsmith]

This is a prime candidate for a factory only replacement of the recoil
plate.

 

[SW CQB 45]

if you bought this gun brand new....it should be under warranty with SW.

 

[Johnny_Utah]

Whoa, let me read between the lines here.

I'm not the original owner, and I spent $375 to endure a big pain in the rear. How much more do I have to spend to make it right??

Thanks for the help.

 

[Alk8944]

That is erosion caused by primer leaks. This is neither a safety or function issue, and as you have been told before, don't worry about it. If the cosmetics bother you then send it S&W for replacement. The most expense will be shipping if you have to pay it. Call S&W Customer Service at 800-331-0852 and discuss this, they may cover it under warrantee.

 

[Johnny_Utah]

Thanks for the heads up, and the phone number Alk8944.

 

[chief38]

Needs to be "pressed" in. I would send it back to the Factory if the looks of it bother you. As ALK8944 stated, the gun should still function correctly. I would be curious about what kind of ammo the guy who owned the gun before you was using. I must say, I haven't seen erosion that bad before (on a smokeless powder gun).

chief38