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Questions about barrel swapping
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Yes the barrel threads are the same! You can get a new cylinder ($135) and barrel ($135) to put in plus you might need to get a hand assembly ($33). Most likely rhe timing would be off when putting in a new cylinder, so the new hand would be needed to be fitted. I would say you would be looking at about 3 hours to have a smith swap it all out ($175 or so).
So you would be looking right at about $500 in parts and labor.....
It might be more cost effective just to pick up another pistol in 38-40, and keep the 45 LC intact.
So you would be looking right at about $500 in parts and labor.....
It might be more cost effective just to pick up another pistol in 38-40, and keep the 45 LC intact.
I'd agree with Velzey:
If you are doing this for the experience, or to learn, or for fun - go for it. Sounds like a fun project.
If you want a second revolver in 38/40, then just buy a new/used one for $400.
If you go the second route - maybe find a nice dual-holster leather belt.
Nate
If you are doing this for the experience, or to learn, or for fun - go for it. Sounds like a fun project.
If you want a second revolver in 38/40, then just buy a new/used one for $400.
If you go the second route - maybe find a nice dual-holster leather belt.
Nate
