Marrakai
(.416 member)
28/09/05 09:13 PM
Re: Putting a DR back "on face"

The standard method for a rifle with fixed hinge-pin is to tig-weld and re-face the hook. Plenty of patience and lamp-black is required! Even chopper-lump barrels have been done this way, by relieving the brazing somewhat before welding. These days, the metal spraying techniques are gaining wide acceptance, but cannot be done at home.

I have only welded the hooks on SxS shotguns myself, 2 Cashmore sidelocks and a Boswell boxlock, but I wouldn't hesitate to do a double rifle if required. All it needs is care.



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