Price check please: Heavy Duty parts

[awp101]

This isn't a WTB but I need some info before placing one. Thinking about using my stripped .455 HE frame to build a Heavy Duty "tribute" (sounds much better than clone or copy).

What should I expect to pay for a 4" Heavy Duty barrel and cylinder assembly, preferably with yoke? Remaining finish wouldn't be important but metal condition and bore would.

Thanks!

 

[delta-419]

38/44 HD Parts

Barrels in the white, mostly 6" ones, show up on GB on a regular basis. Prices range from $85-150. Cylinders should be within the same price range. A good way to see whats out there is to put a WTB ad in the classifieds on this forum. You will need a few more parts: ejector star (usually hard to find), ejector rod, and center pin, as a start. Members usually have a stash of spare parts. I have a take off 4" if interested from a post war HD. PM me if interested. Others will be along to comment on parts availability.

 

[awp101]

Thanks, that's what I needed to know before placing a WTB. If they were going to run $300/ea the original .45 plan would come back into play LOL!

And yes, PM inbound...

 

[1Aspenhill]

Complete cylinder assemblies that are fitted and numbered can run as high as $350 and barrels are in the range above unless it is a pre war 4 or 6.5", which since they are rare, can bring a premium.

 

[awp101]

1Aspenhill, thanks and that's a great website you have!

Is the ejector star HD specific or will a .357 ejector star work?

 

[bettis1]

The star for the .38 and the .357 are the same.

Bob

 

[awp101]

I thought they should be, thanks!

 

[1Aspenhill]

But be advised they are fitted so it may require some fitting work by you or your gunsmith. I think it iimportant to get them together if possible.
Thanks,
Bill