Esp. when that part isn't the serialized frame or a firing piece on it's own?
Here's the backstory: Ron Powers (Power Custom) is about to ship a new grip frame for the Ruger SAs based on the Keith #5. See also:
http://single-actions.phpbb3now.com/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=5155
The serialized part of a Ruger SA is the cylinder frame (the metal that surrounds the cylinder). The grip frame is always removable same as a Colt SAA. In this Ron Powers grip frame (prototypes pictured), the backstrap is also separate from the front/triggerguard piece.
It's the backstrap I'd want to have altered to a Bird's Head configuration. Basically a welding/grinding job.
Can I take that backstrap to a welder who isn't an FFL or licensed gunsmith and have him modify it to my specs, if he NEVER touches or even sees the serialized frame (or cylinder or ammo or anything else)? In other words, I do all the screwdriver work at home, and hand him a part to alter that only barely looks gun-related at all?
Here's the backstory: Ron Powers (Power Custom) is about to ship a new grip frame for the Ruger SAs based on the Keith #5. See also:
http://single-actions.phpbb3now.com/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=5155
The serialized part of a Ruger SA is the cylinder frame (the metal that surrounds the cylinder). The grip frame is always removable same as a Colt SAA. In this Ron Powers grip frame (prototypes pictured), the backstrap is also separate from the front/triggerguard piece.
It's the backstrap I'd want to have altered to a Bird's Head configuration. Basically a welding/grinding job.
Can I take that backstrap to a welder who isn't an FFL or licensed gunsmith and have him modify it to my specs, if he NEVER touches or even sees the serialized frame (or cylinder or ammo or anything else)? In other words, I do all the screwdriver work at home, and hand him a part to alter that only barely looks gun-related at all?