Cali Billy
08-10-2010, 05:09 PM
Hello All!
I am hoping someone might have some tips on smithing a new hammer for my 1860 sig series Colt. The full cock notch wore off/sheared off on my hammer. I purchased a new one already but it will need some smithing to work properly and I think I can do it myself, hopefully.
Some questions I have:
What tools are best. I believe ceramic stone files are the proper tools, correct?
The new hammer I have is already color case hardened. I am concerned about removing too much of the hardened surface - how deep is it?
I am aware that a proper sear notch angle must be created, what is the best way to do this when it seems the only way to check for proper engagement is when the trigger and hammer are installed inside the gun? I don't have x-ray vision!
All advice appreciated! Thanks!
I am hoping someone might have some tips on smithing a new hammer for my 1860 sig series Colt. The full cock notch wore off/sheared off on my hammer. I purchased a new one already but it will need some smithing to work properly and I think I can do it myself, hopefully.
Some questions I have:
What tools are best. I believe ceramic stone files are the proper tools, correct?
The new hammer I have is already color case hardened. I am concerned about removing too much of the hardened surface - how deep is it?
I am aware that a proper sear notch angle must be created, what is the best way to do this when it seems the only way to check for proper engagement is when the trigger and hammer are installed inside the gun? I don't have x-ray vision!
All advice appreciated! Thanks!