BillBro
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Im not sure if oversized hands have always been offered orbif theyre a newer thing but Id really like to hear from the pros on this.
Are S&W armorers trained to fit the hand to the gun or to fit the window etc to accommodate the hand, particularly oversized hands?
Is there a correct way and then other ways that will work or are there several ways that are all correct depending on the gun and component or just the preference of the person performing the work?
Is there a difference in the outcome? Quality of the work? Longevity.
Ive just been reading about this operation and I see folks say that they fit the hand to the gun instead of altering the frame in any way. Some people say the opposite.
I know brownells sells specific window files for the window. Why if the frame shouldnt be altered? I can see being compelled to have to use an oversized hand from there on out but is that a problem?
Just asking because I have one that needs doing and I bought the PC oversized hand already and I really dont want to leave my gun at the gunsmith another 5 months so Im contemplating performing the work myself. Naturally Id have to tackle the ratchet as well but that a whole other can of worms. Just curious about THE correct way to fit the hand, if there is only one.
Are S&W armorers trained to fit the hand to the gun or to fit the window etc to accommodate the hand, particularly oversized hands?
Is there a correct way and then other ways that will work or are there several ways that are all correct depending on the gun and component or just the preference of the person performing the work?
Is there a difference in the outcome? Quality of the work? Longevity.
Ive just been reading about this operation and I see folks say that they fit the hand to the gun instead of altering the frame in any way. Some people say the opposite.
I know brownells sells specific window files for the window. Why if the frame shouldnt be altered? I can see being compelled to have to use an oversized hand from there on out but is that a problem?
Just asking because I have one that needs doing and I bought the PC oversized hand already and I really dont want to leave my gun at the gunsmith another 5 months so Im contemplating performing the work myself. Naturally Id have to tackle the ratchet as well but that a whole other can of worms. Just curious about THE correct way to fit the hand, if there is only one.