Honing C&B Revolver Chambers
I purchased an older Pietta 1862 Police in 36 caliber last year from an estate. The main spring is probably 800 pounds and I can easily deal with that issue. My problem is the inside surface of the chambers. To say there was a manufacturing problem would be an understatement. I have tried "polishing" them with Brownells lapping compound and a brass cleaning brush but these need a more aggressive approach.
Do you think a Flex-Hone would cure this mess or is an even more aggressive approach needed? I would love to hear some suggestions as to cleaning this mess up. I am not worried about going slightly oversize after smoothing.
Bear in mind that this is a CLOSED chamber on a Cap & Ball revolver so I can't push all the way through with any tool.
Other than a new cylinder, any suggestions? DougGuy??
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