Old Army Disassembly

Published on July 2, 2009
Duration: 3:15

This comprehensive guide details the complete disassembly of the Ruger Old Army Black Powder Revolver, essential for thorough cleaning and maintenance. Expert instruction covers tool requirements, safety protocols, and step-by-step removal of all major components, including the cylinder, grips, springs, hammer, trigger, and cylinder nipples. The video emphasizes careful handling of small parts and springs.

Quick Summary

To fully disassemble a Ruger Old Army Black Powder Revolver for thorough cleaning, you'll need flat-bit screwdrivers, a drift punch, a disassembly pin, and the nipple wrench. Always ensure the firearm is unloaded, in the half-cock position, and wear eye protection before starting.

Chapters

  1. 00:10Introduction and Purpose
  2. 00:26Required Tools and Setup
  3. 00:50Safety Check
  4. 01:11Cylinder Removal
  5. 01:33Grips and Mainspring Preparation
  6. 01:46Separating Grip Frame and Springs
  7. 02:12Hammer, Pawl, and Trigger Removal
  8. 02:24Cylinder Latch Removal
  9. 02:40Hammer Plunger Removal
  10. 02:49Cylinder Nipples Removal
  11. 02:56Conclusion

Frequently Asked Questions

What tools are needed to fully disassemble a Ruger Old Army Black Powder Revolver?

For a complete disassembly of the Ruger Old Army, you will need several flat-bit screwdrivers of various sizes, a small drift punch, a disassembly pin (or a finishing nail), and the supplied nipple wrench. Always wear eye protection and work on a protected surface.

How do you safely remove the cylinder from a Ruger Old Army?

To remove the cylinder, first ensure the revolver is unloaded. Turn the base pin retaining pin counter-clockwise until it stops, unlatch the rammer and pull it forward. The cylinder can then be removed. For 7.5-inch barrel variants, the base pin assembly must be removed from the frame.

What is the first step in disassembling the grip frame of a Ruger Old Army?

Before disassembling the grip frame, ensure the revolver is unloaded and in the half-cock position. Then, draw the hammer fully back and insert a disassembly pin into the small hole in the mainspring strut assembly. This secures the mainspring before proceeding.

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