S&W Model M13 USAF marked revolver needs repair

[dbcolts]

I have 3 of the S&W Model M13 USAF marked revolvers (with alloy cylinders) that need repair and assembly. Mainly the side plates need fitting on 2 of them....as well as all the internal parts on all 3. I have all the required spare parts. That are out of the M12 alloy frame models, of the same vintage. One of the cylinder cranes need fitting to the frame. Does anyone know if the factory would take on such a project? I really would like to save these....as they are quite scarce as U.S. martial arms. Or is there a gunsmith that is qualified to attempt this challenge? I would appreciate any suggestions.
Have a blessed day
David Buehn

 

[Rock185]

Best of luck. I don't think the factory would touch such a project..

 

[familyman357oh]

I very much doubt that Smith & Wesson would have either the inclination or the ability to restore those. I don't think they even offer rebluing anymore, much less reanodizing. I suppose you could ask Turnbull Restoration. Good luck. That looks like a very expensive project.

Turnbull Restoration Company, Inc.

Firearm Restoration & Manufacturing. Antique restoration and bluing services. Featuring Colt 1911 and 1886 Winchester manufactured reproductions .

www.turnbullrestoration.com

 

[bloodandgutsmurphy]

Lots of police departments had their own armorers for their service revolvers. There is a retired Deputy by me who works on Smiths as a side job. Ask around your community. I'm sure there has to be one

My second suggestion is to contact Nelson Ford or Cylinder and Slide

 

[The Gila Bender]

Agree that Nelson Ford may be willing to do the work, but it'll cost ya. He assembled my Franken Crewman from mixed parts. Go to post #12 in this thread: Gila's Franken Crewman

 

[raygixxer89]

How did they cut the trigger pins so flush? OP, you need a specific press to install those pins.

 

[Gun Relics]

Agree that Nelson Ford may be willing to do the work, but it'll cost ya. He assembled my Franken Crewman from mixed parts. Go to post #12 in this thread: Gila's Franken Crewman

"Franken Crewman" good chuckle over coffee this morning. I would certainly take one over a "Nogotta Crewman".