r/canadaguns • u/xphylum • 14d ago

Fix my gun Bulldog Lightning Express 6" Barrel .44 Russian - Need Help

American Bulldog Lightning Express 6" Barrel** couldnt change title

I got my first antique handgun today, the trigger is strong, cylinder is good and tight, and everything seems good except half and full cock don't hold. Double action works though. I am a bit concerned as to what this may require to fix.

If I end up needing a new sear or something instead of gunsmith doing a fixing not requiring parts, can I get them from other Bulldogs or does it have to be the 6" barrel versions? They are considerably rarer and I am really hoping I didn't get myself into a situation. I looked at Numrich and they didn't have much of anything for mine. It's in .44 Russian.

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u/Old-Selection-1012 14d ago

With old guns parts would have been fitted by hand. Going to have to do some research and purchase a nice set of files if you're interested in teaching yourself.

Last Antique I fixed I had to make a one piece hand for a Smoot, 2nd attempt worked, took too much metal off on the angle that it engages with the ratchet on the back of the cylinder.