Correcting a Bent/Deformed Trigger Guard
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Hello again! Now that I've introduced myself, I'd like to ask for some advice for correcting the deformed trigger guard on my hammer 10 ga that I mentioned in my original introduction post.
During disassembly, the guard was in a state where its existing form would not clear the edge of the inletting and the angle it sat at WAS going to terribly scratch the frame during rotation, even the slightest gentle upward pull caused it to deform slightly (which provoked all kinds of profanity). I was completely surprised at how thin and flimsy the metal was. (I did cover the frame with tape to prevent scratching and to allow only the barest minimum amount of deflection to clear) The metal is obviously very malleable and I believe straightening shouldn't be very difficult if done very gently. I do not want it to become work hardened and get worse, so I'd like to seek some advise from those of you who've done this. I've already done a number of forum searches on the matter and have only been able to find scant references to doing this. This post in particular stands out: Quote:
Of note, my trigger guard was not stuck or tight in the inletting, as in the example in the referenced post. It must've taken a set over the last 100 years and lost its original contour to allow typical clearances when removed. Nevertheless, here we are. Any help, comments, or links to other threads would be appreciated. I've attached a pic of what it looks like at the moment. (It's not bad, it just bothers me and I want to improve the geometry) Thanks -Ethan |
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Here's a better picture showing where the deformations are in the reflected light. (There are two)
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