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The parts have been reblued and soaked in oil for a couple of days, time to start putting this rifle back together
Because I was unable to source a replacement I will have to use some "backyard engineering" to fix the loose safety lever.
I don't have access to a tig welder so I will use JB KwikWeld to tighten it up the joint.
I applied it with a toothpick
While I was waiting for the JB Weld to cure I started the assembly on the action. I had to remove the barrel, turns out the barrel goes on last.
I drifted in the sights
Then with the help of my NRA Firearms Assembly 3 I got the action back together and working.
Then re-installed the barrel
Getting the stock ready:
I installed the vintage sling swivels that I reblued, using some carnuba wax as lubricant.
Then I cleaned up the trigger guard. I used an old tooth brush and some Armor All, I don't like to use Hoppe's #9 or other bore solvents as they can destroy some types of plastic.
I also installed the mag catch and spring and checked the fit of the magazine.
Final touches
Time to clean up the old leather sling. I bought it at a gun show for $1, I am always on the lookout for deals like these
The brass had oxidized creating the familiar green stuff know as "verdigris". If you didn't know that .....ya learned something new today!
I cleaned the brass (brass plated) parts with Braso
I keep an assortment of brass "Chicago bolts" on hand, and I needed a shorter set as the old ones would not tighten up.
the plugged holes are much less noticeable now
Before and After Comparison shots
Costs for the project:
Gun purchase: $50.00
Reproduction butt plate: $13.75
Vintage Sling Swivels: $2
Vintage Sling: $1
2-7 x 32mm Scope: $33.08
Vintage Scope Rings: $1
-$5.00 (sold the old butt plate)
Total: $95.83
not too bad, I have seen the original magazines selling for more than that......
On to the next project!
Outstanding job. Thank you for posting your project. Question: How did you fix the safety and where did you find the parts?
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