N frame project

[AudieMurphy]

Im working on a project gun. Trying to piece meal a 44 special together. I have a stripped frame and barrel labeled 44 special,all Smith stuff.My problem is finding a cylinder and starting to get frustrated. Cant seem to locate one. My question is. I have a 44 magnum cylinder,can it be turned down by a gunsmith to fit? Anyone have a ballpark figure I'd be looking at? forgot to mention the cylinder is non recessed. thanks for your time

 

[cgt4570]

Very simple for a qualified machinist. A friend of mine shortened a J frame cylinder for a custom project for me a few years back.

 

[StrawHat]

Yes, it can be done but it will still be a 44 Magnum and you were building a 44 S&W Special. Better bet would be find a Model 28 Linder and have it fit and then reamed.

I have been looking for a frame to build another 45 ACP revolver, glad you found one, it gives me hope!

Kevin

 

[AudieMurphy]

If you ever find a frame.I do have a 45 acp cyl and barrel for an N frame

 

[Pig Hunter]

A .357 cylinder reamed to the proper dimensions will give you a better chance of getting the kind of accuracy you are looking for from a custom build.