Oddly, I agree with the 2 professional gunsmiths, CJO and Mark. Done properly there is nothing wrong with tigging the hook. My preference is to build a new pin, but as others have pointed out, it is not always cost effective. I try to match the best repair to the guns value. Most Birmingham boxlocks do not warrant a new pin, a Win 21 or a better grade sidelock, sure. It really comes down to what the customer wishes to spend in the end, after all, they are the one paying the bill.
Steve

Firearms imports, consignments


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