Here a few months ago, some of you may remember me having to get a replacement barrel for my Model 57 Smith & Wesson. The original barrel had cracked starting at the forcing cone, and going down into the bore a ways. I did find a NOS barrel on ebay after searching for a couple months. It is the proper vintage barrel for the year of the revolver. I bought the revolver new in 1972. Yep, we got history. I had my gunsmith remove the old barrel, and check the frame before buying the new barrel. Fast forward to present. Got a call yesterday from the smithy that the revolver was ready for pickup. Yes, I did beat feet to his door and pick her up. I have ammo ready and waiting for this much anticipated moment.
Question: Should I do a light polish in the bore to get rid of any burrs, and smooth things out some. I dont shoot jacketed, just my own cast boolits. Probably going to stick with my tried and true Lyman 410459 and Herco powder.
I'll save the heavies for the Ruger SBH Hunter.
Comments?