Does anyone have a copy of Hatchers notebook they could look up a serial number for me?
I'm sure he listed the Eddystone 1917 actions that had a heat treatment problem.
I can't find my copy must have lent it to someone
Anyway serial is 730465
Thanks

416SW,

Might try posting this on the Gunsmithing Forum, there is a lot more traffic there.

Hog Killer

A quick skim-read of pages 220 +- of Hatchers makes mention of Springfields and Rock Island Arsenal rifles as being troubled by weakness in the receiver . Springfield rifles below number 800000 are known to be weak. Rock Island likewise below 285,507.

No mention of the Remington-made Eddystone receivers .

I had an Eddystone action many moons ago that had cracked thru the receiver ring and been welded - never used it because of that , and some other more daring type swapped me money for it so all was well .

Hope that helps a little , I can search for more if you want , and have a spare copy of Hatchers Notebook if you need to replace yours..

Thanks Hog killer

Muzza thanks, I'm sure there was mention of the 1917 Eddystone actions, not just the Springfield and Rock 1903's. If you could look a bit further that would be good thanks.
How much do you want for the spare copy? I still have 2 people to ring to see if I can track it down.

I believe the brittleness issue came about because the barrels were put on very tight. When the barrels were turned off they cracked the action. At least this is what I've heard and I hope it is, cause my Rigby is being built on a Eddystone action The barrel was turned off on a lathe by a gunsmith however and given a complete check over.

416 - I checked again and no mention of the Eddystone receiver having problems , which doesnt mean the information isnt there , just that I didnt find it .

Pm me if you are interested in the book , I will think of an outrageous price then double it just for you ...

Bakes,

Got any pictures of the Rigby project in progress?

Hog Killer

Nope. Last time I spoke to Bob (the gunsmith) it was nearly finished. I've lost his email addy as well (old computer went bang)
He doesn't always check his answering machine either. I hope it comes soon as the dry season is fast approaching and there is a buff with my name on him As soon as I get it I will post some pic's.

Bakes,

Has Ann, asked you to shoot a "spotty" Buff?

Hope every thing turns out even better than you hoped, and you get a great Buff for it's first blood. Will be looking for your post.

Hog Killer