LarsUlmann
05-11-2021, 04:15 AM
Hi All,
after a long search I found out that there is no such thing as picatinny, weaver or any other mount type for the 1858 Remington, at least I never
found any, ever.
So I had to design my own.
*** NOTE: Before you read more - this version works only if the barrel at its full length is unobstructed, having no other sight or latch lock on it. ***
The important thing was to have the DIY mount locked at 2 spots at least to ensure that it does not move unintended.
The ring for the mount on the barrel is quite straightforward. As a second spot to fix it I used the bottom side of the frame where the
pin locking latch goes. (Oh yes I am using a self-made latch for locking the pin - another project - 3D model available as well)
The frame has an 5mm wide cut there, suitable for the mount part to plug in, while keeping tension also from the outer side by a half ring. Better seen on the pics.
This way the mount is slipping onto the barrel and into the bottom frame at the same time.
On the first version, the final lock was done via a screw on the barrel ring.
See pic 1 and 2.
On the last version, I redesigned the shape of the mount.
Now the bottom half-tube grip is stronger and I am using a plastic clip on top instead of the hole-screw fix.
This clip provides the right tension for the barrel ring and the removal of the mount does not need any equipment.
I have added one more "tooth" to the end of the rail so the laser sight can be fixed closer to the trigger guard.
This way switching the laser on/off can easily be done by the index finger while holding the gun.
See pic 3 to 5.
As for the laser sight I chose the Umarex Laser Tac which is quite small and has an easy lock on the rail (no need for screws and such).
The design and printing took 2+ days, with a lot of trials and errors until the final version was born.
The result provides a perfect lock and the Umarex stuff is a perfect sight for the job.
Sure I have the possibility to exchange the laser anytime for any other accessory that is using a standard 22mm rail.
The files for printing the OLD version 22mm rail are available on the following link:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4807950
The files for the new, improved version will be loaded to Thingiverse soon, I will post the link later on.
282802282803282804282805282806
http://youtu.be/aULFNnqyBu0?t=60
I have 2 TODO's still:
- redesign the mount a bit so it also locks the cylinder pin
- find a solution for those who do not want either to remove all the sights and locks from the barrel or cut the barrel
For any questions, ideas feel free to PM me.
after a long search I found out that there is no such thing as picatinny, weaver or any other mount type for the 1858 Remington, at least I never
found any, ever.
So I had to design my own.
*** NOTE: Before you read more - this version works only if the barrel at its full length is unobstructed, having no other sight or latch lock on it. ***
The important thing was to have the DIY mount locked at 2 spots at least to ensure that it does not move unintended.
The ring for the mount on the barrel is quite straightforward. As a second spot to fix it I used the bottom side of the frame where the
pin locking latch goes. (Oh yes I am using a self-made latch for locking the pin - another project - 3D model available as well)
The frame has an 5mm wide cut there, suitable for the mount part to plug in, while keeping tension also from the outer side by a half ring. Better seen on the pics.
This way the mount is slipping onto the barrel and into the bottom frame at the same time.
On the first version, the final lock was done via a screw on the barrel ring.
See pic 1 and 2.
On the last version, I redesigned the shape of the mount.
Now the bottom half-tube grip is stronger and I am using a plastic clip on top instead of the hole-screw fix.
This clip provides the right tension for the barrel ring and the removal of the mount does not need any equipment.
I have added one more "tooth" to the end of the rail so the laser sight can be fixed closer to the trigger guard.
This way switching the laser on/off can easily be done by the index finger while holding the gun.
See pic 3 to 5.
As for the laser sight I chose the Umarex Laser Tac which is quite small and has an easy lock on the rail (no need for screws and such).
The design and printing took 2+ days, with a lot of trials and errors until the final version was born.
The result provides a perfect lock and the Umarex stuff is a perfect sight for the job.
Sure I have the possibility to exchange the laser anytime for any other accessory that is using a standard 22mm rail.
The files for printing the OLD version 22mm rail are available on the following link:
http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:4807950
The files for the new, improved version will be loaded to Thingiverse soon, I will post the link later on.
282802282803282804282805282806
http://youtu.be/aULFNnqyBu0?t=60
I have 2 TODO's still:
- redesign the mount a bit so it also locks the cylinder pin
- find a solution for those who do not want either to remove all the sights and locks from the barrel or cut the barrel
For any questions, ideas feel free to PM me.