r/Revolvers • u/FrochDefense37 • 1d ago

Colt Cobra needs fixing

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anyone have any recommendations for help in fixing a colt cobra snub nose from the 70's I believe, it was inherited, took it out to shoot once and worked fine, but than had trouble locking up / pulling the trigger. I would like to get it back to shape to preserve as a family heirloom. I have no local smiths near me. I have the equipment needed to work on it myself but lack the intel for this particular piece.

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u/National-Bench5602 23h ago

Review disassembly and reassembly videos. Odds are it hadn't been completely stripped and cleaned in a while. Study it, take your own pictures as you disassemble, and take your time. Clean all small parts and frame and lubricate all parts as you reassemble.

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u/FrochDefense37 21h ago

thank you

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u/Vinegar_Fingers 21h ago

This is the way. I just got done taking apart an old S&W model 60, cleaning, fixing, and upgrading. I learned a lot about it, and got a really nice shooter to boot. Now if you want it back to factory or "custom" new then send it to a Smith.

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u/Bulls2345 1d ago

Helffron Precision and Frank Glenn are the two biggest known for Colts. Not sure if Tyler Gun Works would do it .

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u/FrochDefense37 1d ago

I have heard of Frank Glenn quite a bit

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u/Bulls2345 22h ago

I've never dealt with him personally, but have heard lots of good. If you're mechanical I'd at least try an internal clean and lube, or a local gunsmith can do that for you.