Revolver Forcing Cone Reaming

[Bull Gear]

I recently picked up a Ruger Single Six 32 H&R Magnum that has a pretty rough forcing cone. I'd like to fix that.
I'd just buy the forcing cone cutter kit from Brownell's and do it myself, but it's out of stock (surprise).
If anybody in the Charlotte area has the tools, I'll pay to have it done or even buy the tooling.
Or... can somebody recommend a gunsmith in the area that might have this capability?

 

[Jmoser]

Ive got the tools, never bought the .32 gauge tho.
.38 reamer will likely get the job done, I did my .41 with the .44 cutter as example. Just have to go slow.

Most of the time touching up the one or two lands that are uneven has the biggest effect; a bit hard to lap the cone smooth with the brass tips but can be managed.

Can you get the .32 depth gauge at least? Make sure to get the right angle for Ruger - looks like the gauge is only available for 11-18 deg:

 

[Bull Gear]

Thanks for the reply.
After further study, it looks like I may be able to piece something together. The 32 cal specific cutter, pilot bushing, and centering cone is available. I was confused about the "extension rod", though. It seems that the 22/32 kit uses a smaller diameter rod that they call a "pilot shaft" in their catalog. This was confirmed when I came across the following paragraph in their instruction sheet:
"While the procedures are identical to those utilized for the larger calibers, the .22 caliber chamfering tools are different in two respects: First, due to the extremely small bore diameter, it is not practical to utilize either a Brass Pilot or a Center Guide. In lieu of these, we have provided three .22 caliber Extension Rods in .211", .213" and .215" diameters respectively."
I'm assuming the 38-up kit uses a thicker rod and corresponding bushings and will not work with the 32 cal cutters and pilots.
If nothing else pops up here, I guess I'll just end up ordering the parts.

 

[Jmoser]

Ill measure my tools to see if the 'standard' .38+ rod will clear for .32 bore. Don't recall it being over .250" but of course you want the .32 pilot so prob need the smaller rod.

I do have the .22 as well - didnt recall having multiple dia rods but maybe they changed over the years.

 

[Jmoser]

I have the .215” rod, std is .250 for CF.
All the bore pilots are for the big rod so need the .22 size rod for .32 pilot.
Triple check cone angle on the stock .32, you can recut angle but it’s a lot of reaming and depth gauge is a must.

 

[Bull Gear]

Thanks for confirming.
I'm still open to paying someone to do the job, but finding somebody that has 32 cal tooling might be a tall order.
That Brownells reamer is 11deg. I don't know what the factory Ruger cut is. I'm finding conflicting info.
However, instead of spending $70 on a plug gauge, I think I may just buy a set of .250-.500 pin gauges. I've been wanting a set anyway.
They are not as precise and "elegant" as a purpose built plug gauge, but I think they should at least give an indication if I'm in danger of cutting too deep... I hope.

 

[contender]

There is a guy,, well known on the cast boolit forum,, goes by "DougGuy." He's most likely got the CORRECT tooling and I know he has the expertise. I think he's in the Greensboro area. His prices are VERY reasonable, and his work is excellent. If you can't find him,, let me know & I'll get his number.

 

[Bull Gear]

There is a guy,, well known on the cast boolit forum,, goes by "DougGuy." He's most likely got the CORRECT tooling and I know he has the expertise. I think he's in the Greensboro area. His prices are VERY reasonable, and his work is excellent. If you can't find him,, let me know & I'll get his number.

Thanks for the suggestion. Sounds like the kinda fella I'm looking for. I'll look him up.

 

[GymB]

He’s also a member here, just not active and I’ve forgotten his user name. He’s N of Raleigh.
Does great work honing revolver cylinders, don’t know if he does forcing cones.

 

[contender]

I'm almost positive he also can do the forcing cones. He's a TOP NOTCH guy.