Does anyone have for sale or know where I can purchase a Thompson Recoil Spring Stripping/Removal Tool?
Thanks,
TD.
Recoil Spring Stripping/removal Tool
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, May 18 2004 08:01 AM
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Posted 18 May 2004 - 10:15 AM
More information please:
For which model?
Do you require a historic tool or simply a functional one?
For which model?
Do you require a historic tool or simply a functional one?
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Posted 18 May 2004 - 03:02 PM
I and another member of our group obtained one from a Mr Scott of A.M.S. Arsenal Military Sales in Belgium. He takes credit cards.
email: info@amsmilitaria.com
email: info@amsmilitaria.com
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Posted 18 May 2004 - 05:20 PM
I would prefer a historical removal tool but would certainly be interested in a functional one too. I need the tool for the 1928 Thompson. I may check out the Belgium dealer but prefer to purchase one in the USA. Thanks,
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Posted 18 May 2004 - 08:22 PM
I use a nail or a puchout and they both work great. I can send you one of mine for $50 
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Posted 18 May 2004 - 09:35 PM
Does that include shipping? 
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Posted 18 May 2004 - 10:45 PM
One of the joys of PK's 21 kit is that it makes field stripping so much easier. The buffer and buffer pilot slip right out without any tools required.
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Posted 19 May 2004 - 10:23 AM
Assuming that you have a transverse hole in the end of your pilot, any piece of wire or rod small enough to pass and strong enough to withstand the spring may be utilized. A 3/32 pin drift from the hardware store works admirably.
I can’t help with a source for a historical tool, other than to say I have modified steel cleaning rods to approximate same.
I can’t help with a source for a historical tool, other than to say I have modified steel cleaning rods to approximate same.
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Posted 19 May 2004 - 11:07 AM
Sarco has some on their website....$75 for a British one, and $85 for a Norwegian.
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Posted 19 May 2004 - 12:09 PM
I use a paperclip. My GI tool doesn't have enough space at the rear of the bolt to work properly. 
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Posted 19 May 2004 - 01:36 PM
Apparently the price of the ones from Belgium is around $35
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Posted 19 May 2004 - 02:00 PM
I must be completely lost, normal for me I know.
Are we talking about the hole in the buffer rod that you shove a little finishing nail into to hold the spring in place whilst you reinsert the buffer rod, buffer and spring back into the upper?
Didn't know a tool was needed or even available.
Jr
Are we talking about the hole in the buffer rod that you shove a little finishing nail into to hold the spring in place whilst you reinsert the buffer rod, buffer and spring back into the upper?
Didn't know a tool was needed or even available.
Jr
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Posted 19 May 2004 - 04:28 PM
John Jr: That is the hole we are talking about. You don't have a tool?
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Posted 20 May 2004 - 07:18 AM
Does anyone have any thoughts if it would it be legal to purchase this historical tool from Belgium? I know importing gun parts is a big no-no; what about gun tools? Thanks,
John, Jr - Get the tool
John, Jr - Get the tool
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Posted 20 May 2004 - 04:01 PM
Phil,
I think you hit the "nail" on the head with that one !!!
I think you hit the "nail" on the head with that one !!!
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Posted 20 May 2004 - 06:52 PM
PK made one for me from a steel pistol cleaning rod. Looks just like the original and works great.
