Description
The Colt Single Action Revolvers: A Shop Manual, Volumes 1 & 2 by Jerry Kuhnhausen is an expanded, two-in-one, gun book that covers Colt 1st, 2nd and 3rd generation Model P Single Action Army Model Revolvers and Colt pattern replica Single Action Army Revolvers.
Covers Colt Single Action Army design, safety system and operating theory. Includes a detailed cycle of operation section, bench function checks, assembly/disassembly, complete parts inspection with critical component dimensional inspection data, parts hardness, parts fitting, checking and adjusting action timing and trigger pull, complete repair and mechanical restoration, improving accuracy and a detailed troubleshooting section.
A few of the highlights from this incredible gun book:
- 770 crystal clear photos, ordnance style drawings, illustrations, and graphics.
- SAA Revolver action function, cycle of operation and basic safety.
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd generation Colt Single action army and replica SAA parts identification.
- Complete assembly/disassembly, gauge inspection, repair and troubleshooting.
- Parts inspection, parts fitting and critical parts dimensional inspection data
- Complete Single Action Army Revolver rebuilding, rebarreling and mechanical restoration.
- Checking and adjusting SAA action timing and accuracy improving work.
- Tuning SAA actions the old-fashioned way – to feel and sound the way a Colt should.
- Two gunsmithing books in one information filled Superbook.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Almost every gunsmith, professional or amateur, has heard the name Jerry Kuhnhausen. For over 40 years, he’s been known as one of the best gunsmiths in the United States. For the past 20 years or so, Jerry’s been living in Idaho where he spends much of his time writing and publishing gunsmithing books. He has written 24 shop manuals and is an NRA life member.
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