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magnut · Hardcore Joined: 25 Jun 2009 Posts: 146

Do any of you have experience fixing these. I am a little cautious on revolvers, Especially RGs. I have two that are practically new and they are fine. I ask because I know revolvers have timing issues and most of the used RGs I have seen to not lock up well. This can lead to lead spitting and possible catastrophic failure (not fun). I am pretty hand with any semi auto design but have no experience with revolvers. I like RGs but if they can not be made safe they are not worth it.

Any input here would be greatly appreciated.

diehard · Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2009 2:47 pm Post subject:

magnut · Hardcore Joined: 25 Jun 2009 Posts: 146

What was the problem. Locating parts? Understanding the mechanics? I am tempted to tear one of mine apart but I would hate to wreck a good RG.

diehard · Posted: Mon Jun 29, 2009 6:25 pm Post subject:

diehard · Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 4:20 pm Post subject:

Here is a case in point:

Last night at about 9pm I felt like tinkering.....I don't know why, but I reached into a junk box and pulled out an RG 23 that someone gave me becuase it was completly frozen up. I tore every single part down and cleaned it, replaced the trigger return spring with a piece from one of my Wolffe gunsmith packs, and started to re-assemble. Now an S&W has a side plate that comes off so that you can assemble the linkage and line up all the springs. With an RG its all by feel, and you can't always tell if a part is worn out, bent, or just not making contact as you try to reassemble it. By 1am, I got tired of tinkering, and frustrated with the springs not lining up right. It sits on my workbench waiting for me right now. By tonight I'll have it figured out, but my point is a 10 minute job sometimes takes an hour with these guns.
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jackstinson · Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 5:53 pm Post subject:

diehard · Posted: Wed Jul 01, 2009 7:43 pm Post subject:

True enough. And I must admit, it is sometimes just as much fun.
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diehard · Posted: Thu Jul 02, 2009 1:59 am Post subject:

Got the little beast (RG 23)working...sort of. It had all kinds of problems, which is why it was in someone's junk box, I guess. The trigger guard was dented a bit, and I had to dremel off some material so the trigger would clear the bump. Several springs needed replacing, but of course the one it needs most of all I do not have. So.....I will test fire it soon, but until I get the right spring it will remain a single action. All the fun in the world. Rolling Eyes

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magnut · Hardcore Joined: 25 Jun 2009 Posts: 146

Keep updating. I am starting to get interested in these. I will probably buy a junker just to tear apart and play with. I am guessing they all work the same more or less.

EMPire · Posted: Thu Jul 02, 2009 6:26 pm Post subject:

w_houle · Posted: Fri Jul 03, 2009 5:59 am Post subject:

I have an RG-14, RG-14S and an RG-63. The 14 was fine from the beginning except the front sight being not aligned correctly, but I have taken apart the 14S and the 63. I wouldn't have any problems doing stuff to the 14S, but if anything should happen to the inside of that 63; it's an instant retirement for it.