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Unread 01-26-2017, 07:55 PM   #1
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I have a 1940 parker rib that when I tilt the gun up or down, I can hear something rolling around under the rib. I suspect the solder is detaching from the bbls. the sad part is the gun is beautiful condition with engraving and gold pin striping. I need a good if not perfect restorer to resolder the rib. any ideas in the conn area youd recommend?
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Unread 01-26-2017, 07:59 PM   #2
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That does'nt necessarily mean the ribs are loose Bob. Have you "rung" the barrels?
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they ting just fine and see no trace of separation along the rib/bbl. im assuming its just starting to separate inside?
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It is likely just a piece of loose solder from when the barrels were assembled. If all is tight and looks good, there is no need to take the set apart to fix the noise. Unless you want to of course.
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They should be fine. Sometimes debris is in there from the barrel making process. I've had the same situation with a 1935 set of barrels and they have been fine for 40 years.
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well then...you all just made my day!
i'll just monitor it when I shoot, and if I find any loosening, then i'll be alarmed.

now, next question, if I decide to reblue the bbls, what method would you recommend?
ive heard stories of too hot too cold and solder damage occurring.

or should I say...what is the correct way for a 1940 rib/bbl reblue?
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Rust bluing is the only method that is acceptable for double guns.
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is there a certain temp that wont ruin the solder or gold?
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Unless they are badly pitted or rusted I would'nt touch them. Just my opinion.
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is there a certain temp that wont ruin the solder or gold?
"If it ain't broke, don't fix it."

There's nothing wrong with your gun Bob. Just shoot and enjoy it.
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