revolver springs
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What specific spring do you need?
I need a double action sear/strut spring. But the question is more generic. For older revolvers, is it possible to find a spring from a hardware store that would work? Have you ever used a spring other than a factory replacement spring that would work fine? When revolvers are 50+ years old sometimes its hard to find factory replacement springs.
dfariswheel
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You'll very seldom find a spring in a hardware store that will fit and operate correctly in a gun.
Gun springs are purpose-made for that specific use and no other. Hardware springs are more general purpose where exact fit and strength are not important.
In my 30 years experience, I found that most "expedient" springs in guns almost never fit or worked correctly.
This is similar to gun screws. Gun screws are odd sizes and expensive, and people really want to just buy something locally. Almost never works.
Gun springs are purpose-made for that specific use and no other. Hardware springs are more general purpose where exact fit and strength are not important.
In my 30 years experience, I found that most "expedient" springs in guns almost never fit or worked correctly.
This is similar to gun screws. Gun screws are odd sizes and expensive, and people really want to just buy something locally. Almost never works.
Duke426
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I would bet that if you call S&W customer service they will send you the spring. Most times they don't even charge for little things like that. They are great!
Thanks for your input I was kind of afraid that would be the answer. I can see where little "parts" like this will be very hard to find,and quite valuable as time goes on. Needing 1 tiney spring can be a real pain if you cant find one.It makes some sense to buy beat up guns just for parts.
Advise which model gun you have, and which spring you need. We probably have it in stock if was built after WW II. Thanks - Judge [email protected]
cgt4570
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For antiques (that will be shot very little) I've made or found lots of springs. I wouldn't advise it for a modern gun you want to rely on. I've used springs out of ball point pens for rebounding firing pins on old double barrel shotguns. I've made V springs for various antique pocket revolvers from paper binder clips. Sometimes you have to get creative.
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