gouges in revolver barrel

targetshootr · Jan 14, 2012

I've had this barrel on hand for awhile because I'm not sure what to do with it. It's off a somewhat rare old model Ruger single action so it may be worth trying to fix. It looks like someone used the bottom of it as a hammer or rested it on a hard surface when shooting. It would be great if the damage can be repaired or hidden somehow but I have no clue where to begin.

Topstrap · Jan 14, 2012

Not sure if it'll work on not but I wonder about skim coats of JB Weld in the holes then sanding them smooth? Not sure if bluing would cover up any color difference or not.

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RWO · Jan 15, 2012

A good gunsmith welder with a low current capable inverter TIG machine could fill in the digs. Then it would have to be draw-filed back to shape and polished. There is no guarantee that hot blue would cover the weldments. Rust blue would cover, but is it worth it?

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targetshootr · Jan 16, 2012

Some things to think about. Thanks. The depth of the deepest gouge is about .002 as best I can measure.

R1200 · Jan 16, 2012

Depending on the intended use, I would consider using some autobody filling techniques then coat the barrel with a bake on powder paint to give it a uniform flat black finish. Even a rough job will look OK a few feet away.

My thoughts for your consideration.

GGaskill · Jan 24, 2012

If the depth is only .002", you could probably draw file them out. Would definitely need to reblue, though.

USMCPOP · Jan 24, 2012

If it shoots very well, I'd leave it as-is and just invent a good story about how it got that way. Aliens, a tiger in India bit the barrel, etc.

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