Revolver Side Plate screws

[SW CQB 45]

Howdy Y'all,

I have been out of the game for a while (messing with revolvers). I have two blued PPC revolvers with buggered up side plate screws that I would like to replace.

I have been wanting to do this for a while (several years) but have a lot going on.

anyway......not sure if SW keeps older parts in stock anymore or do I have to find another source. also want the screws to match the traditional blue which was polished compared to matt finish.

the two revolvers
Model 15-3 K84xxxx
Model 10-5 D24xxxx

this would be all side plates screws (flat/round head and the yoke screw)

if you have proper part numbers and the vendor....that would be great.

I see Brownells has them, but not sure if they are the proper finish for my revos. Or does SW still stock the older revolver stuff?

thanks in advance

 

[loeman]

Thanks for the post. I have the same question and was wondering if the screws I can find on Ebay and other sources match the OEM screws from S&W. I look forward to the responses to your question.

 

[SW CQB 45]

cool.

I see them on eBay....but you never know what you will get. many times its disappointment.

 

[muddocktor]

Numrich GPC has the blue yoke screws in stock, but not the flat head screws. The dome head yoke screws can be used for the yoke or the middle sideplate screw. The flat head screws seem to be a bit hard to find though.

Here is a link to the domed yoke screws for you: <<<LINK>>>

 

[oldiesradio1560]

I had the same issue with my M640. I called Smith & Wesson and they sent me a set of screws at no charge. Granted my screws are stainless but maybe they have blued screws too.

 

[SW CQB 45]

muddoc,

thanks for the info. I will grab some.

one other question just for general knowledge.....

if the yoke screw and the dome head side plate screw are essentially the same.....why do they have different part numbers?

thanks in advance

 

[ImprovedModel56Fan]

muddoc,

thanks for the info. I will grab some.

one other question just for general knowledge.....

if the yoke screw and the dome head side plate screw are essentially the same.....why do they have different part numbers?

thanks in advance

Not sure what parts list you are referring to, but in the old days, the two were not "essentially" the same, they WERE the same (p/n 5049). Nowadays, the yoke screw is larger, to contain a springloaded cone to bear on a newly-designed yoke.

If my statement clarifies and answers, fine. If not, ignore it.

 

[SW CQB 45]

Not sure what parts list you are referring to, but in the old days, the two were not "essentially" the same, they WERE the same (p/n 5049). Nowadays, the yoke screw is larger, to contain a springloaded cone to bear on a newly-designed yoke.

If my statement clarifies and answers, fine. If not, ignore it.

I was just doing some digging on Numerich and looked up yoke screws and side plate screws for the particular models.....10 and 15.

it shows different part numbers.

I recall, doing a full break down and if the yoke was a little stiff.....you would just swap the two screws....(again older guns where the yoke screw head was the same as the exposed side plate or not the flat head)

 

[muddocktor]

On the older guns, the yoke screw is fitted to the yoke. Most need a little filing to get them to have proper clearance for easy opening and closing of the yoke. But like you just posted, you could accidentally screw the fitted yoke screw into the middle sideplate hole with no problems getting it in there. You will probably have to do a little filing on your new yoke screw to get it to fit properly.

 

[Jupiter01]

I needed a set of side plate screws for my '80s 586, and the fellow at Smith told me they "Don't service guns that old." Numrich..no luck. I found a business on line called Jack First, and ordered a set. The lady I spoke with knows her business. Excellent parts, a little expen$ive but fair, but be prepared for the "one size fits all" shipping! Expensive small parts order, but, that's life!

 

[backer]

Jack First--great folks to do business with.

 

[TAROMAN]

Or, just repair the screws you have.
I have done many with good results.
Of course, it depends upon how buggered they are.
Use a thin, flat sided file needle file.
Available from Brownell's.
Secure the buggered screw in a padded vice.
Then tap on the screw head with a smooth hammer until the metal is driven back close to the original contour.
Now work the flat file into the slot until it is sharp and clean.
Finally wet sand the screw head to the desired finish and re-blue.

 

[hardcase60]

Can't remember the seller but have bought a couple of sets off e-bay and was very pleased. I'll try and find the old orders but don't bet on my success. hardcase60

P.S. It proved to easier than I thought. LOL. The Gun-Garage, $24.99 for the set of three with free shipping. Hope this helps

 

[Bushytale]

Howdy Y'all,

I have been out of the game for a while (messing with revolvers). I have two blued PPC revolvers with buggered up side plate screws that I would like to replace.

I have been wanting to do this for a while (several years) but have a lot going on.

anyway......not sure if SW keeps older parts in stock anymore or do I have to find another source. also want the screws to match the traditional blue which was polished compared to matt finish.

the two revolvers
Model 15-3 K84xxxx
Model 10-5 D24xxxx

this would be all side plates screws (flat/round head and the yoke screw)

if you have proper part numbers and the vendor....that would be great.

I see Brownells has them, but not sure if they are the proper finish for my revos. Or does SW still stock the older revolver stuff?

thanks in advance

For a PPC gun or any that does not have to be original screws, I would recommend the allen head screws from Grand Masters LLC (Ron Power Custom). The 3 screws are the same so you have to dimple the inside of your grip where it fits over the rear screw. Using the allen screws makes taking the side plate off very quick and easy with no chance of buggering screw heads or the gun finish.

 

[Shark Bait]

The parts diagram I have shows the same part number for the yoke screw and the center screw. As previously mentioned, you will probably need to fit the yoke screw.

 

[OLDSTER]

In last few years I've purchased side plate screws fro Numrich, Brownells, and Smith and Wesson. Good luck