Model 64 hammer question

[Lyonsgrid]

I just picked up a 2" 64-4.
This is my first S&W revolver and I'd like to change out the hammer to a bobbed one that still has a SA notch. Can someone point me in the right direction where I can buy one. I'd like to have a factory S&W hammer and don't won't to mod the org. one. Does anyone have the part number for a hammer that will work?

 

[Ashlander]

Since this is your first revolver you might not be aware that hammers are not just "drop-in" parts; the original hammer was fitted to the action of your gun. Accordingly, I would recommend you talk this project over with a qualified gunsmith. My apologies if I told you stuff you already knew.

 

[Lyonsgrid]

Since this is your first revolver you might not be aware that hammers are not just "drop-in" parts; the original hammer was fitted to the action of your gun. Accordingly, I would recommend you talk this project over with a qualified gunsmith. My apologies if I told you stuff you already knew.

Thanks, I do have a friend who is good with revolvers and is willing to fit a new hammer if I can locate one.

 

[Hapworth]

Best first bet is Numrich; they usually have factory hammers for for 64-4. Don't buy a factory bobbed one as it will likely by double-action only (Numrich never has them anyway).

Consider whether you need a hammer assembly, which will include the hammer nose and double-action sear, or if a stripped hammer will do and you can use the hammer nose and double-action sear from your current hammer (my advice: get the complete assembly).

If Numrich is out, try eBay; if eBay let's you down, try Jack First; if JF can't help, post in the Wanted to Buy section here.

Last and admittedly unsolicited advice -- is your friend a qualified revolversmith trained on the S&W platform, or just handy? If the former, great. If not, you might consider one who is.

 

[GerSan69]

Magnum Mark over on GB has some. If he doesn't currently display one, use their message function and ask him about it.

 

[Lyonsgrid]

I've spent some time getting up to speed with my new 64's. Got them set up the same and I'm liking them a lot.

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