1860 army or 1872 open top

[Wymore Wrangler]

Fingers, you can't argue with that logic...

[Razorback Joe]

Hi Pards

Just purchased a 1860 R-M army 8" .45sch. from a re-enactor.   The pistol looks like new but what worries me is the cylinder gap is very minimo(?) can not see any gap but the cylinder is turnning fine.  Is this normal for this type of gun? 
Before I shoot the gun I would like to know. 

Thanks

Razorback Joe

[Leo Tanner]

A little gap is normal.  See how she spins after puttin some rounds through.  If yer shootin the Black and get it good an hot it may start ta drag.  If thinks stay smooth, leave it be.  If yer shootin nitro, the close tolerance is a good thing.  JMHO

[Razorback Joe]

A little gap is normal.  See how she spins after puttin some rounds through.  If yer shootin the Black and get it good an hot it may start ta drag.  If thinks stay smooth, leave it be.  If yer shootin nitro, the close tolerance is a good thing.  JMHO

Thank you Pard for the info.

Razorback Joe

[Leo Tanner]

No problem.  Other folks here can give ya better details regarding endplay measurments and what not.  Good group a folks around here.

[Montana Slim]

I prefer a close fit between barrel / cylinder...it keeps more of the "fire" going down the tube.
Cylinder drag from fouling is often due to fouling of the cylinder pin and/or accumulation around the ratchet (on C&B pistols).

regards,
Slim

[Razorback Joe]

Hi Pards

I shot the 1860 OT and had a blasssst   I had sooo much fun with it I ordered another 1860 OT army.    This one is 5 1/2"er and I plan to hang it on the strong side.   

Thanks for all the Info.

Razorback Joe

P.S.    ;DI can't stop grinning.