Cosmodragoon
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Alright, a lot of us hate the ILS on modern Smith and Wesson Revolvers. It's not just the lock but the hole, sitting there like a drawn mustache on the face of the Mona Lisa. Yeah, I could just avoid them. The problem comes when S&W makes new guns that are just too cool to pass up. Since I'm obviously having a hard time living with that conflict, it sounds like project time!
I've seen people safely remove the locking mechanism. Of course, this typically leaves at least one hole in the frame and an open slot alongside the hammer where the flag used to be. I've seen people make little plugs for the big hole, and they don't look too bad. Of course, there is still that dumb little arrow and "L". So here is what I'm thinking. Not sure if steps 1 and 2 are in the right order.
1. Find someone who can effectively fill/weld any of the spaces left from lock removal, and get the surface even.
2. Get some engraving that happens to cover the "L" and arrow.
3. Get the whole thing hard-chromed
Yes, I realize this could cost as much as the gun to have done. Right now it's just an idea. If feasible, it could solve the problem and make for a very nice custom firearm. If anyone with the experience or mechanical understanding has some ideas here, I'd love to hear them. Even if it's just some leads on people who can do this kind of work, that would be great.
Thanks!
I've seen people safely remove the locking mechanism. Of course, this typically leaves at least one hole in the frame and an open slot alongside the hammer where the flag used to be. I've seen people make little plugs for the big hole, and they don't look too bad. Of course, there is still that dumb little arrow and "L". So here is what I'm thinking. Not sure if steps 1 and 2 are in the right order.
1. Find someone who can effectively fill/weld any of the spaces left from lock removal, and get the surface even.
2. Get some engraving that happens to cover the "L" and arrow.
3. Get the whole thing hard-chromed
Yes, I realize this could cost as much as the gun to have done. Right now it's just an idea. If feasible, it could solve the problem and make for a very nice custom firearm. If anyone with the experience or mechanical understanding has some ideas here, I'd love to hear them. Even if it's just some leads on people who can do this kind of work, that would be great.
Thanks!