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Coil Mainspring Vise This tool is designed to safely compress the coil mainspring in a Thompson Center and other similar imported locks that use a coil mainspring. Our customers report that this works to compress the coil mainspring on a H&R 622 pistol. Novice gun owners may try to disassemble a coil mainspring lock using a needle nose Vice-Grip® p
Every experienced gunsmith knows the value of an adjustable mainspring vise. Avoid scratching your mainspring. Scratches form stress marks eventually causing breakage. Our English style mainspring vise is case hardened steel, with sliding adjustment arm. Works well on both large and small locks. Made in the U.S.A. Best practis is to draw the lock t
Mainspring Vise Novice gun owners may try to disassemble a fine lock using a Channel Lock® or Vice-Grip® pliers, but every experienced gunsmith knows the value of our mainspring vise. Avoid scratching your mainspring. Scratches form stress marks, eventually causing breakage. Draw the lock to half cock, slip on the spring vise, gently tighten the sc
A replacement mainspring for your David Pedesoli Second Model Brown Bess lock. Commonly marked GRICE - 1762. The spring has a 3.54" overall length. Center of mounting lug to bearing arm is 3". Early production Brown Bess flint locks were sometimes marked STOWE and a scarce flat faced version was marked FREDRICKSBURG. These early lock will require f
Mainspring for 1746 Willets ~ First Model Brown Bess Lock, wax cast steel, hardened and tempered, made in the USA. Also is the perfect size for the 1726 Clinton ~ First Model Brown Bess Lock by The Rifle Shoppe, especially when assembled using our 1746 Willets internal parts. The mainspring is hardened and tempered, VERY strong, ready for use. It c
mainspring, left, tempered steel, tempered A fly detent prevents the sear from snagging the half-cock notch when fired. Used with plain or set triggers. Nearly as large as the left Siler lock, it will fit straight or swamped barrels from 3/4" to 1-1/8" octagon at the breech. Notice the "cut away" tumbler and "swing out" link, which greatly simplify
The Sharon Rifle Barrel Co., Kalispell, Montana, made a popular Hawken rifle kit, which uses a L&R lock that appears identical to our #LOCK-LR-100. The plate, hammer, bridle, sear spring, and all screws are the same. However, internal parts of old locks are different! DANGER: Sharon kits have L&R locks with old style tumbler, sear, link, pin, mains
Made for use on an 1853 Enfield Rifle Musket, this new lock has been drilled for two lock bolts, but never tapped, never installed on a replica Enfield three band rifled musket. Probably made after 1979 for a replica of the Enfield Musket issued to the East India Company, the lock is finished to a dark blue. The hammer and lock plate are engraved w
Said to be the fastest and most reliable “Siler” flint lock ever made, this right hand flint lock is the latest offering from that ingenious lock maker, Mr. Jim Chambers. He has included every trick in this lock. Built on a true Siler lock plate, pan and frizzen, it will fit any mortise pre-inlet for the large Siler lock. Other brands require addit
Called “back action” because the mainspring hangs behind the tumbler, this lock was popular on percussion guns made in St. Louis, New York, California, Ohio, England and Belgium. Swivel breech double rifles require a back action lock mechanism. This lock can be modified for flint use. Side-by-side or over-and-under double rifles, shotguns, and comb
Called “back action” because the mainspring hangs behind the tumbler, this lock was popular on percussion guns made in St. Louis, New York, California, Ohio, England and Belgium. Swivel breech double rifles require a back action lock mechanism. This lock can be modified for flint use. Side-by-side or over-and-under double rifles, shotguns, and comb
Sometimes called the small Queen Anne pistol lock, this flint lock is smaller than Siler's small lock. The rounded plate, pan, and the elegant cock are of London’s best style, popular from 1730 to 1770. Perfect for use on an early holster pistol, target pistol, a pair of dueling pistols, or a small caliber flint longrifle, use this small lock with
A part-by-part examination of the trapdoor Springfield rifle and carbine, with illustrations showing the variations found within serial number ranges. Parts from various models became mixed, as arms were returned to the arsenal, for repair or upgrade. Learn if your 45-70 Springfield is assembled from the correct as-issued parts. An important refere
Christian's Spring Flint Lock An early “Germanic" style flint lock, use it on transitional American longrifles of the 1750-1760 era. Made in the style of the Albrecht (Albright) family, of Christian's Spring, Pennsylvania. Edward Marshall's “Indian Walk" rifle is attributed to the Albrechts. Larger than Siler's large lock, it is a bit more potent.
Consider our late Ketland flint lock for your next Tennessee rifle, Golden Age flint longrifle, fullstock Hawken flint rifle, 1820 era English Sporting rifle, or London style late flint fowling gun. A highly refined and complex lock, this design incorporates many of the features invented by London's best gunmakers during the late flint period, prio
Sam Hawken and other makers used these locks on Plains rifles, Ohio rifles and late longrifles, during the later percussion era of 1845 to 1885. Thomas Gibbons of St. Louis made and signed many locks. Note the square inside corner at the front of the lock plate, and the normal narrow percussion hammer, both late features. Fitted with a fly detent f
This L&R Lock Company M. Medina Hawken percussion lock was designed by the late Don Stith. Notice the early style rounded front edge vs. the square corner found on later locks. The lock plate also has a bit more curve from end to end than later percussion locks. The percussion hammer has cast-in engraving with a 1.8" throw. The lock plate is 4.5" l
Durs Egg - London right Flint Lock Perhaps London's most innovative lock and gun maker, Mr. Durs Egg immigrated from Switzerland, setting up shop in London, the world's arms making center in his time. Actually, “Durs" was a nickname, but Mr. Egg adopted it as his own. We are glad he did. Once you have used this lock, you will never confuse the “Dur
We offer our Thomas Gibbons style S. Hawken cap lock pre-notched for our #Plug-LR-16-3 breech plug and tang. On receipt of this lock, plug, and tang, you will notice that the notch is about .010” too shallow at the bottom, not bad for an “as cast” fit. Two or three swipes with the rounded side of a fine cut file will provide the needed clearance at
Sam Hawken and other makers used these locks on Plains rifles, Ohio rifles and late longrifles, during the later percussion era of 1845 to 1885. Thomas Gibbons of St. Louis made and signed many locks. Note the square inside corner at the front of the lock plate, and the normal narrow percussion hammer, both late features. Fitted with a fly detent f
American Classic longrifle flint lock, right hand, by L&R New competition for the Siler lock, L&R’s new “Germanic” lock is for use on classic American longrifles of the 1760-1800 era. It is made to fit large Siler lock mortise. The cam action angle of the tumbler engages the mainspring. This really speeds lock time. Turned bearing surfaces on the t
American Early Classic right longrifle Flint Lock, by L&R New competition for the Siler lock, L&R’s new “Germanic” lock is for use on classic American longrifles of the 1760-1800 era. It is made to fit large Siler lock mortise. The cam action angle of the tumbler engages the mainspring. This really speeds lock time. Turned bearing surfaces on the t
American Classic left longrifle Flint Lock, by L&R New competition for the Siler lock, L&R’s new “Germanic” lock is for use on classic American longrifles of the 1760-1800 era. It is made to fit large Siler lock mortise. The cam action angle of the tumbler engages the mainspring. This really speeds lock time. Turned bearing surfaces on the tumbler
American Early Classic left longrifle Flint Lock, by L&R New competition for the Siler lock, L&R’s new “Germanic” lock is for use on classic American longrifles of the 1760-1800 era. It is made to fit large Siler lock mortise. The cam action angle of the tumbler engages the mainspring. This really speeds lock time. Turned bearing surfaces on the tu
The L&R Mule Ear or Sideslapper percussion lock design allows the percussion nipple to be mounted directly into the barrel. Pull the hammer outboard to cock the lock. Unlike some mule ear locks this lock has both a half cock and full cock position on the tumbler. The lock plate is 5.1" long by 0.94" tall. The tumbler is fitted with a fly detent to
This new double set trigger by L&R has a higher front trigger blade, a longer travel ramp to accommodate a wider range of adjustment, back lash adjustment screw. The front trigger has a decorative front curl. The maximum spacing of the front and rear triggers is 1-1/4". Compare this distance to your choice of triggerguards. The trigger plate is abo
This new double set trigger by L&R has a higher front trigger blade, a longer travel ramp to accommodate a wider range of adjustment, back lash adjustment screw. The front trigger is straight. The maximum spacing of the front and rear triggers is 1-1/4". Compare this distance to your choice of triggerguards. The trigger plate is about .400" wide. D
Suitable for many early longrifles with a long closed or open-ended bow. These include: Lancaster, Berk County, early Virginia and Jaeger style rifles. This new double set trigger by L&R has a higher front trigger blade, a longer travel ramp to accommodate a wider range of adjustment, back lash adjustment screw. The front trigger has a decorative f
This percussion Missouri River Hawken half-stock rifle was manufactured by Davide Pedersoli & Co. The rifle is stocked in walnut, trimmed in traditional iron furniture with color case hardened finish. This rifle is in excellent condition with a bright clean bore that is ready to shoot. Weighing in at 9.5 pounds the rifle has a trigger reach of 13-3
Henry Eicholtz Leman made many rifles during his 53 year career, from 1834 until 1887, in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. This is a fine antique example of his Sporting Rifle, which features a hooked breech, engraved iron furniture, and checkered walnut stock. The .34 caliber bore is bright, clean, and ready to shoot. A modern hardened steel 1/4-28
This is the classic English fullstock fowling gun architecture, that was popular on American flint fowling guns of the 1760 - 1790 era. Stocked in curly maple, the brass furniture is neatly engraved. The top flat of the barrel is signed by contemporary builder Clay Smith. Used, this gun has a few small handling marks on the maple stock. The .54 cal
This fullstock percussion pistol is stocked in black walnut, with iron furniture, and nickel silver accents. The .54 caliber 7-1/2" barrel is finished to a smooth chocolate brown. The Siler Mountain percussion lock has a strong mainspring and fast lock time. The walnut stock has a bag butt profile to fit a large man's hand and this pistol points na
This percussion Rocky Mountain Hawken half-stock rifle was manufactured by Davide Pedersoli & Co. The rifle is stocked in walnut, trimmed in traditional iron furniture with color case hardened finish. This rifle is offered in used condition with a bright well maintained bore. Weighing in at 10.1 pounds the rifle has a trigger reach of 13-3/4" makin
Stocked in maple, this classic percussion halfstock Hawken rifle is trimmed with traditional Hawken iron furniture. The 36" barrel and iron trim are rust browned, to an attractive deep matte finish which helps to eliminate reflections, glare, and mirage while sighting. A classic Hawken hooked breech and two wedge keys retain the straight octagon ba
This .77 caliber smoothbore Doglock Trade Musket is offered in used condition with a bright bore that has been well maintained. The Doglock gets its name from the dog leg shaped catch, an additional safety feature, found on early flint locks. English doglocks became common around 1680 to 1700 and were made as late as 1715. Doglock muskets were obso
This replica of a Hawken rifle was manufactured by B. Coffin, and is offered in used condition with a well maintained bore. The curly maple stock is trimmed iron furniture finished to a smooth chocolate brown. The 1-1/8" straight octagon .54 caliber barrel will be your favorite for the 100 and 200 yard sitting position Buffalo Target matches shooti
This beautiful Maryland style longrifle is stocked is curly maple by contemporary builder Mike Compton. The shaping, tight inletting, and carving show the talent of a highly skilled gun maker. This rifle contains features modeled after the work of John Armstrong of Emmitsburg, Maryland. The curly maple stock has wonderful contrasting stripes from m
Longrifles made in the region of Bedford County, Pennsylvania, are immediately recognizable. These rifles are long, thin, and graceful, with a low comb. We may never fully understand Bedford County rifles. We know that rifles were made in Bedford County as early as 1776, and many were made between 1800 and 1890. This span makes the Bedford County r
This New England style fowler has a cherry halfstock with a black ebony forend cap. The 38" octagon-to-round Colerain barrel is fitted with a steel rib and ramrod pipes. The fowler is fitted with a sling swivel and button. A leather and jute sling is included. The barrel is signed "Bassbird" on the top flat, and stamped B. Barrow on the bottom flat
This rifle is as-new, unfired. Regular use will give the bright finish on the lock and brass furniture a mellow patina. This Virginia style rifle is stocked in curly maple and decorated with raised and incised carving. Ignition is provided by a Jim Chambers round faced flintlock mated to single trigger. The .50 caliber 42" swamped octagon Rice Barr
This Springfield sporting rifle was modeled after a example by S. L Hart of Tombstone, Arizona. The rifle is stocked in walnut and trimmed in brass furniture with an antique Trapdoor Springfield action fitted with a Green Mountain barrel chambered for the .40-65 WCF cartridge. It was not unusual in the late 1800's to find gunsmith conversions of mi
This Southern Mountain .45 caliber fullstock longrifle is trimmed in hand forged iron furniture and stocked in maple. The rifle is fitted with a Rice Barrel Company swamped barrel, and L&R percussion lock. Neatly hand made by contemporary builder J. Donelson the barrel is signed on the top flat. Trigger reach is 13-1/4", to fit today's average size
This .54 caliber Thompson Center Hawken percussion rifle is ready to shoot. This rifle is stocked in American black walnut with brass furniture, and blued 28" straight octagon barrel. The bore is bright and has been well maintained. The buttstock has some brass tacks added, and the right hand side of the barrel has a few scuff marks on the blue fin
This Traditions Hawken Woodsman is stocked in beech and trimmed in brass furniture. The rifle is used with many handling marks, and light pitting in the bore. The brass has aged to a mellow patina. The rifle weighs in at 7.1 pounds and has a trigger reach of 14-1/8". With a 28" straight octagon barrel and a balance point just behind the rear sight,
Stocked in curly maple, this classic percussion halfstock Hawken rifle is trimmed with traditional Hawken iron furniture with a pewter forend cap. The 36" Green Mountain barrel and iron trim are rust browned, to an attractive finish which helps to eliminate reflections, glare, and mirage while sighting. A classic Hawken hooked breech and two wedge
Stocked in black walnut, this .36 caliber Thompson Center Seneca percussion rifle has a 13/16" octagon 27" barrel, and is light enough to serve as a boy's rifle or lady's rifle. Manufactured in the 1970's this used rifle has some small handling marks on the stock . The brass furniture has aged to a dark patina. The barrel is fitted with Thompson Ce
Constructed in the manner of those longrifles originally built in York County, Pennsylvania. The maple stock is stained to a reddish brown and finished to best display the figure. The rifle is trimmed in brass furniture, and the buttstock is fitted with a sliding wooden patchbox. The Jim Chambers Golden Age flintlock and barrel are both finished to
This Thompson Center RENEGADE .54 caliber flintlock rifle was factory finished and is offered in used condition with a bright well maintained bore. The walnut stock has a few handling marks. The barrel and iron furniture are finished to a dark blue. The blue finish on the tang and barrel has a few scattered brown speckles. This rifle is fitted with
The late Kit Ravenshear created these gunsmithing manuals to share his workshop knowledge and experience acquired during his 50 years of practice. These 7-1/2 x 8-1/2" soft cover booklets of about 20 pages are aimed at the innovative craftsman. Mr. Ravenshear shows that you don't need highly technical equipment. His techniques are amazingly unsophi
Whether your interest is in martially marked examples or the colorful guns that won the West, this book is for you. Both collectors and shooters will agree that the level of detail is unprecedented, including many hundreds of technical drawings and close-up photographs showing the very markings and features that are discussed in the text. This is t
This new bar lock is patterned after one by Alexander Henry, a famous London maker of Sporting rifles for English gentlemen. The sear rides on a pin axle. Features include an elegant three screw bridle, stirrup linked mainspring, and fly detent for set triggers such as our fancy LePage single set trigger. Notice the extra “bar” shown above the plat
1746 - Willits, Brown Bess Musket Flint Lock Kit This lock kit is now fully assembled, tested for correct function, not polished. These First Model Brown Bess lock parts are cast directly from an original antique lock, by Willits - 1746. Parts are precision CNC machined, tempered, fitted and assembled. Overal length 6.68" by 1.18" tall. The mainspr