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How to chop a Tracker barrel?

I've got a revolver that I'd like to have a shorter barrel. While the simple answer is to sell it and buy the one with the barrel you want, Taurus didn't make the one I want. Neither did Smith, Colt,...

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Modify G3c Slide or Replacement Slide for HE507k Optics

Long story trying to keep as short as possible. I have Holusun HE507k (small footprint) optic bought for another gun I may sell and considering using it on my G3c. What are the pros and cons of...

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g3 spring question ?

can anyone with a g3 full size 9mm tell me the weight of the factory plastic recoil spring if you have a upgraded stainless recoil spring the weight of it thanks

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Concerns about possible light primer strikes

Hi guys, In the Revolver Forum, a few of us were discussing the use of a specialty company's extended firing pin to be used in revolvers that may have light primer strikes due to the installation of...

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942UL Wolff Trigger spring replacement

I have a 942UL 3". I bought a Wolff spring kit. The hammer spring was easy to change. The trigger return spring looks different than the videos. I assume that I push the pin out of the trigger but I'm...

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DAO pt 145 now safe?

Don't understand much about guns since this is my first gun but I'm wondering since I've converted my pt145 milpro to DAO is it now safe to carry one in the chamber for me? From other threads I'd read...

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PT940 Decocker is VERY stiff

I've owned my PT940 since I bought it new in the spring of 2000. It was an impulse buy, I wanted a .40S&W. I've shot it less than 100 rounds since. I sort of rediscovered it this morning. One of...

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Derringer kit

I rescued this from an estate. is the breech plate purchasable from somewhere?. The company is long gone, but working models seem to have quite some value.

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spring size question

Hello, Counting my introduction, this is only my second post. I just bought a new 608 4". Great gun, but I noticed the rear sight windage does not click. Unscrewed it to find two tiny ball bearings but...

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Hammer spring replacement

I wanted to replace the hammer spring in my 905 yesterday, but having done 2 other spring upgrades on Taurus revolvers. I was kinda hesitant. I lost parts last time so I put up my "spring shield" (a...

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605 and 856 parts compatibility?

Does anyone know If the internal parts of the 856 and 605 are compatible? I’m specifically inquiring about the hand, transfer bar, and other small internal parts. I’m looking at gathering spare parts...

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Problem fixed on brand new 905 Oxide finish.

I just bought a NIB 905 (made in June of '23) at a gun shop while vacationing near Gettysburg. I noticed at the shop the cylinder stop wouldn't always pop up out of the frame, but I've dealt with that...

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Model 85 question

I followed the pictorial to disassemble the pistol to put in reduced power springs and to polish up parts that might make the action smoother, but on reassembly it seems to work fine DA but won't stay...

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Taurus Steel?

Has anyone ever researched the steel both carbon and stainless that Taurus uses for their handguns? I realize Taurus Forjas mean Taurus Forging but I have always wondered what type of steel they use if...

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PT908 parts....Where to find?

Hello all.... I've got a nice PT908 which I'd like to see if I can get some spare parts for. I'm sure it's no surprise that parts for this aren't as available as they were 25 years ago. My search on...

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856 york screw problem?

I disassembled my 856 comcealed hammer model to install different springs. I had trouble installing the york screw assembly. The screw only turns in about 1/2 to 3/4 of a turn and stops. I thoight it...

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GX4 front sight

I just ordered some Glock sights for my GX4. I think I read somewhere that the Glock front sight tool won't work to install the sight on the GX4. Has anyone installed Glock sights on a GX4 yet? What...

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New 627 needs a little tuning

Got my new 627. Its really an accurate nice shooting revolver. Just a couple of things I'd like to address though. First the cylinder lock is not real tight. Got a little wobble in it cocked and when...

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polishing internals on a revolver?

Someone posted a tip on using toothpaste to polish up the internals and I can't find who posted it. My question is for clarification. You remove the sideplate and fill that up wit the toothpaste, not...

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856 Cylinder ticks when spinning

I purchased an 856 a few days ago and have been familiarizing myself with it. If I open the cylider and spin it, it makes a ticking noise almost like there is a wrachet or gear in it. My guess is it...

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Easy off oven cleaner paint remover

It was a long shot but it worked lol

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Modifying a Beretta 81 .32acp magazine for a Taurus PT-57

I've got a couple of Beretta 81 .32acp magazines coming in and wanted to know if there was anyone out there who had any success modifying these for a Taurus PT-57 .32acp pistol. Would appreciate any...

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Two down….

This is my lakeline barrel for my GX4. One more port and polish and I’m done with the barrel. Im having to do it by hand, I really wish I had a drill press.

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PT92C Worn Out Sear Allows Hammer to follow slide

This is around 1996 build. was shot alot by previous owner. Just recently the hammer started following the slide down sometimes. EDIT: New Sear solved the problem. Available at Numrich Trigger is crisp...

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G3C light strikes

Here we go again...I have a new G3C which is not getting through a magazine without a light strike or two. The primers have a decent dent but they won't fire. They will fire in a different gun so I'm...

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Smith and Wesson model 10 stuck cylinder, hammer, side plate

Hi all, I inherited a S&W model 10 military and police revolver. The cylinder and hammer are stuck and won’t move. Looks like a lot of crud in contact between the cylinder and the frame both at the...

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Newbly to forum needs some advice on improving G3C trigger

I'm new to the forum and need some advice. The trigger on my G3C is heavier than I like and has a bit of overtravel. I'm not sure what to do about it. Has anyone had some experience with aftermarket...

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856 yoke screw assembly

I bought new springs for my 856 concealed hammer model. The installation went well. The reassembly not so good. The last srew to completed the job was the yoke assembly screw. It wouldn't thread past...

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How should i modify an 82 to run moon clips?

For the last 10 or so years i've alternated between my polish p64 and my fullsized 82.... I love the 82, i polished the trigger and it isnt quite as good as my old 1974 'smith but it's close. I 'm...

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Taurus 608 SS 6" 6 Shot

Hi all please point me in the right direction to purchase a firing pin spring for Taurus 608 SS ,was referred to Numrich and they have in stock but do not ship to South Africa, any other possibles i...

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Adding a manual safety to TX22 compact

It's kinda a long story but I ended up with a TX22 without a manual safety when I wanted one with a safety. I know this comes equipped both with and without one. I contacted Taurus and after two weeks,...

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G3c - What is front sight tool type and size?

New to forum. Hope this is correct place to post this question. Can anyone tell me what type of tool (hex, torx, other) and it's size, is used to remove/replace front sight screw for the new G3c? My...

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D Spring Installation PT 92

I bought reduced power Wolff main springs thinking that the swap was pretty simple by knocking out the roll pin at the grip bottom like the Beretta. When it didn't budge I learned from YouTube that the...

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627 Hammer Woes

I've had this revolver for quite some time. Started shooting recently at a dueling tree competition. You only have to hit your 3 before the other guy...not a full on, get them all to one side. I've won...

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627 Tracker Front Sight Swap/Upgrade

I snagged this 627 Tracker a few months ago and plan for it to be a hunting side arm, and may even try to take a deer or two with it next season. I have grown to love FO sights on almost all my iron...

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