gr7070 Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 (edited) So what do folks think of the job S&W does on their cylinder chamfering? I'm planning to send my 686 to them (for chamfering and an FO sight). I'm specifically referring to the amount of chamfering. Too deep, too little, just right? Edited January 15, 2011 by gr7070 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregg K Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 So what do folks think of the job S&W does on their cylinder chamfering? I'm planning to send my 686 to them (for chamfering and an FO sight). I'm specifically referring to the amount of chamfering. Too deep, too little, just right? S&W will just barely break the edge. It will not be chamfered anywhere near as much as most of us use. If you don't want to do it yourself send it to some one like Mike Carmony. It will be done quicker and better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skorittnig Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 So what do folks think of the job S&W does on their cylinder chamfering? I'm planning to send my 686 to them (for chamfering and an FO sight). I'm specifically referring to the amount of chamfering. Too deep, too little, just right? S&W will just barely break the edge. It will not be chamfered anywhere near as much as most of us use. If you don't want to do it yourself send it to some one like Mike Carmony. It will be done quicker and better. +1-- Makes sense to let a competitor customize your competition gun. I have had the opportunity to handle a couple guns he has worked on, definitely top-notch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
almostold Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 For quality of work, service, support and turn around time dont even hesitate - send it to Mike. My Carmonized 625 is exceptional. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
granderojo Posted January 15, 2011 Share Posted January 15, 2011 You can find Mike here: http://www.brianenos.com/forums/index.php?showforum=192 Link under Vendors section of the forum. Read some of the responses from his customers. He does very good action work as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr7070 Posted January 15, 2011 Author Share Posted January 15, 2011 Much thanks all; looks like that's a great option. Do y'all or Mike recommend to chamfer the "star" slightly or not at all? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmoney Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 I'll take that question: I generally do not chamfer the extractor itself. I do a fairly aggressive chamfer on the chamber mouths, but I really think it's best to leave the extractor alone. On a moonclip gun like a 625 or 610 you can chamfer the star also, but on something like a 686, you need to be sure the cartridge rim must be supported, to ensure proper headspacing and reliable ignition. Also, on the newer guns that don't have locating pins, but rely on the star "points" to locate the extractor, it's important to maintain the integrity of the extractor to make sure the cylinder will carry up correctly. Thanks everybody for the kind words! I really appreciate your confidence in me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldtrooper Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 I'll take that question: I generally do not chamfer the extractor itself. I do a fairly aggressive chamfer on the chamber mouths, but I really think it's best to leave the extractor alone. On a moonclip gun like a 625 or 610 you can chamfer the star also, but on something like a 686, you need to be sure the cartridge rim must be supported, to ensure proper headspacing and reliable ignition. Also, on the newer guns that don't have locating pins, but rely on the star "points" to locate the extractor, it's important to maintain the integrity of the extractor to make sure the cylinder will carry up correctly. Thanks everybody for the kind words! I really appreciate your confidence in me. That confidence is well earned Mike. The work you have done for me was indeed top notch. Oldtrooper Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AzShooter Posted January 16, 2011 Share Posted January 16, 2011 (edited) Go to Jerry's websight and see how much he has his gun champhered. http://www.bang-inc.com/store/index.php?main_page=page_3 Edited January 17, 2011 by AzShooter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr7070 Posted January 17, 2011 Author Share Posted January 17, 2011 Go to Jerry's websight and see how much he has his gun champhered. Who's Jerry? Anyone have a link? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M1911 Posted January 17, 2011 Share Posted January 17, 2011 Go to Jerry's websight and see how much he has his gun champhered. Who's Jerry? Anyone have a link? Jerry Miculek. Some folks claim he knows something about shooting revolvers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carmoney Posted January 18, 2011 Share Posted January 18, 2011 That looks like the minimal factory chamfer job on Jerry's 627. Can't think of any reason not to put more chamfer on it. Jerry always did have some "interesting" ideas about equipment....serrated triggers....smooth wood grips that hurt your hand....heck, for years he shot with full spring tensions, but I heard him say he "out-grew" that habit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gr7070 Posted January 18, 2011 Author Share Posted January 18, 2011 I didn't realize y'all were on a first name basis with JM. ;-) Thanks for all the great info. I think you've saved me a trip to S&W and will result in a better chamfer job. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shooting4life Posted January 30, 2011 Share Posted January 30, 2011 I had S&W to a chamfer job on my 625 before I knew better, wish I had that money back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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