Awesome! Thanks guys!! Kinda off subject but would it be difficult to install an older, 1st gen style cone firing pin on a Uberti? Saw them along with the bushing we have been discussing on Peacemaker Specialist website
My Dear Mike -
since you askde, it is dirt simple to describe:
1) remove all parts from frame, including barrel
2) tie frame down, plumb, square, and true, on a jig on your milling table
3) turn & thread a quick brass bushing on your lathe to protect frame barrel threads, which fits end mill
4) complete mill-machine setup, measure 5 times, mill hole of approp dim to approp. depth.
5) drive fit bushing into whole, use appropriate glue or stake as desired
6) stone everyhting you touch all smooth again
7) test and fit firing pin protusion
fix everything you buggered up
9) put gun back together, retime anything that requires it.
but harder to actually do. Set-up and measurement is essentail and the downfall of many projects.
note that the measurement, fixturing , stoning and fitting are not trivial, and if you have to ask I can stear you
to several really good books of the nature:
"how to learn apprentice-level machining on the mill and lathe at home (whilst you hold your breath) in 10 easy years."
I like to advise folks start with cheap junker C&B guns first, learn on scrap materials, and prepare to "go broke slowly"
whilst the original project is still waiting.....
BTW, I am only "competent" at silver soldering and brazing, still learning to TIG, and can't make a good strong arc welding bead to save my life. But I can sure build up molten metal into an ugly pile..... My wife claims it is "art" ....
yhs
prof marvel