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Unread 09-20-2023, 07:33 PM   #1
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For future use, you can do this yourself. I learned by watching a couple of YouTube videos; buying a few trashed-out screwdrivers at yard sales and fitting them myself. IMHO the real key is to pay attention to fit first, then heat treating second. For all but the most mangled bits, forget about grinding wheels and learn to use 2-3 medium to fine flat files. Practice on the most trashed-out drivers first. Once you achieve the precise fit, pay close attention to tempering and cooling. This will ensure that you won't break off any bits on engraved screws, the ultimate bummer! I have successfully ground and filed a couple of old Sears Craftsman drivers to fit the ultra-thin and fine screws of the Browning Superposed trigger guards and forends. White knuckle, yes, but learn by doing and proceed with caution. There is great satisfaction in fitting your own turnscrews to a particular gun. Should also add I did it to one to fit most of the screws on my 1897 AH Grade 16 gauge 0-frame Parker. As the Germans say, "Keine Angst!"

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Buy the complete set from Brownells, also the additional thin blade set, and the Browning A5 set (handle plus five extra-thin tips) and you will always have what you need and no buggered screws due to not having the correct one (but doesn't mean you can't still bugger the screw). I know.
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Which set covers most (if not all) Parker screws and pins?
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Which set do you recommend?
Brownells is usually considered the best hands down , but they’re also the most expensive . I’ve got some Brownells but a couple years ago someone brought in a large like new set from Wheeler Manufacturing and since it was only $20 it came home with me . Certainly not the best for professional use but just find for my limited needs .
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