plate screw set / kit

[Frameman]

I have a blued finish M 38-2 and would like to replace the 3 side plate screws, looking for source. And possibly go to a wolffe replacement spring set
[Lighter pull]
Thoughts?

 

[OldChief]

Check out Brownell's under frame screws. They don't seem to have a kit but you can buy the individual screws.

 

[bigggbbruce]

Might want some hollow ground screw drivers if you don't already.

 

[Fostereast]

Screws

Numrich is a good source.

Not sure which firearm you have, but below is a link to an example;

38-3 (J Frame) Schematic | Numrich

 

[Arquebus357]

Be advised that the front screw that also retains the cylinder crane is factory fitted. That is to say that the threads in the front portion have been ground down a bit so that the screw retains the crane without causing any binding. A non fitted screw will make it difficult to open the cylinder. You would need to measure the threads on the original with a good caliper. Measure the threads under the screw head and then measure closer to the tip. I fitted one using small file just a little at a time.

 

[stu1ritter]

Old Chief, could you tell me where you found the screws at Brownells. I searched on line and went through the catalog and couldn't find them.

thanks,

Stu

 

[Frameman]

Thanks everyone for the much needed feedback.