Barrel relines for the S&W model 41

Can anybody tell me who does quality barrel relines for the S&W model 41?

I waited to long to buy a Bully Barrel and lost out on that opportunity and not so sure that a Clark barrel is the away to go.

Reline ???
Other ideas ???

Thanks
Virgil

Virgil Kane wrote:Can anybody tell me who does quality barrel relines for the S&W model 41?
Reline ???
Virgil

Virgil;
I used to make 41 barrels from Lilja blanks. They shot very well..
Also a lot of work/machining...
I started relining barrels almost 10 years ago with Lothar Walther blanks. They shot even better. I believe strongly, the reason is, that the liner is suspended in the adhesive, and is virtually stress free.
Alex Hamilton does a lot of 41 liners. He's the one who hooked me up with the LW blanks. I believe David Sams, also does them. I am too swamped to take on any more work... Make sure you specify LW blanks. Blanks are available @ 10 mm; 16mm and 1 ea. diameter. 10 works great for the 41 and 16mm for Marvels.
Jerry

Thank you Jerry for that information.

If I may can I ask you a question? When a gunsmith does the reline do they need the whole firearm or can just the barrel be sent? Not that it's a problem to ship the whole firearm but it's less hassle to just send the barrel if that will suffice.

Thanks again
Virgil

I'll also plug Alex Hamilton's work. I have had him do work for me and it was very well done. I've seen S&W model 41's that he has relined and I don't think you can find any better.

Virgil Kane wrote:Thank you Jerry for that information.

If I may can I ask you a question? When a gunsmith does the reline do they need the whole firearm or can just the barrel be sent? Not that it's a problem to ship the whole firearm but it's less hassle to just send the barrel if that will suffice.

Thanks again
Virgil

I can't speak for Alex or Dave, but I require the whole gun. The extractor must be refit. I machine the extractor slot in the parent barrel over size, and silver solder a slug in place, before I drill and ream the barrel for the liner. After the liner is in place, I re-cut the extractor slot. This leaves a seamless transition between the liner and original barrel for smooth extractor cam out, and prevents the extractor from breaking thru the chamber wall in the future.

Jerry

That makes sense that the whole gun would be needed.

Does anybody have a web site or e-mail for Hamilton or Sams?

Thanks
Virgil

Ten-Ring Precision, Inc.
1449 Blue Crest Lane
San Antonio, Texas 78232
PHONE: (210) 494-3063
FAX: (210) 494-3066
EMAIL: alex@tenring.com

Here's a photo of the slug in place prior to drill/ream

Drill/ream complete, ready for the liner; the slug will be machined to accommodate the breech face / extractor.

Jerry

Thanks for the photo's Jerry! Much easier to understand when seeing the pictures. I have contacted a couple of smiths and would have to ask, how are the Hammerelli (spelling?) barrel liners? One of the smiths said that's what he uses and not the Lilja liners. I would imagine that the accuracy comes more from a good gunsmith and excellent work than a difference in barrel liners as long as those are quality too?

Virgil

Virgil Kane wrote:Thanks for the photo's Jerry! Much easier to understand when seeing the pictures. I have contacted a couple of smiths and would have to ask, how are the Hammerelli (spelling?) barrel liners? One of the smiths said that's what he uses and not the Lilja liners. I would imagine that the accuracy comes more from a good gunsmith and excellent work than a difference in barrel liners as long as those are quality too?

Virgil

Hi Virgil

The Lilja blanks were used to make the entire 41 barrel from scratch. Turning a one inch blank to liner size, is not a good idea. Lothar Walther can supply liners in various sizes, which reduces the amount of stock removal to align the axis. (OD/ID) Although I have never used Hammerli liners, Hammerli has an excellent reputation, and I would predict a satisfying outcome.

Goodluck

Jerry