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Unread 11-25-2019, 07:49 PM   #1
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The right hammer on my H&R 20ga hammer gun has snapped off. It’s the 2nd time it’s happened to this old repair and Bachelder’s opinion is it’s not repairable. Would anyone know of a source for a hammer replacement or a matched pair that might fit? Attached is a pic with dimensions.

I’d be very grateful for any leads.
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there is a how to measure hammers link at the bottom of this page

https://www.peterdyson.co.uk/acatalo...__Pinfire.html

that would be the critical one

I believe Dixie gun also carries a variety of hammers
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Thanks Rick, the .410 hammer on his site just might do the trick!
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Try Dixon's Muzzleloading Shop in Kempton, PA. Don't know if they are still in business but they specialized in making all manner of accoutrements and accessories for early American muzzle loading rifles. They also built some beautiful replicas (e.g., Hawkins, Fordney and other legendary makers). I referred a member years ago on this BBS who had a high grade Parker hammer gun that was missing one hammer. Dixon's made one up, engraved and colored it, and it looked perfect on the gun. Try Goodling them to see if they're still in business.
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Try Dixon's Muzzleloading Shop in Kempton, PA. Don't know if they are still in business but they specialized in making all manner of accoutrements and accessories for early American muzzle loading rifles. They also built some beautiful replicas (e.g., Hawkins, Fordney and other legendary makers). I referred a member years ago on this BBS who had a high grade Parker hammer gun that was missing one hammer. Dixon's made one up, engraved and colored it, and it looked perfect on the gun. Try Goodling them to see if they're still in business.
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Try Dixon's Muzzleloading Shop in Kempton, PA. Don't know if they are still in business
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they must be --- they did the Gunmakers fair this year, if you are at all interested in muzzleloading - especially flintlocks - that event (end of July) is a must see at least once. mind blowing artistry

BTW- i have dealt with Peter Dyson a couple times and it has always gone well
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Peter comes to Baltimore in March, but you have to contact him early so he can bring what you want.
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Has anyone ever had sucess in repairing hammers?
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I had new spurs tig welded on a set - they have stood up well to use

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