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October 2nd, 2021, 11:47 PM #1
Iver Johnson model 50
I just came into possession of an old Iver Johnson model 50 .22 revolver. It's in decent shape given that it is a lower serial number, below 11,000.
The only issue that I can see in this revolver is that the cylinder doesn't always turn like it should. I think it just needs a "new" lifter. Is there any
other parts I should look to replace? I've already found a lifter for under $20. I'd just like to make this function like it should and yes it does still
fire."Sometimes reasonable men must do unreasonable things."- Marvin Heemeyer
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October 3rd, 2021, 11:33 AM #2
Re: Iver Johnson model 50
Sounds great.
Last edited by Bang; October 3rd, 2021 at 11:59 AM.
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October 3rd, 2021, 04:07 PM #3
Re: Iver Johnson model 50
Here's the schematic
https://www.gunpartscorp.com/gun-man.../50-sidewinderCorruption is the default behavior of government officials. JPC
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October 3rd, 2021, 04:50 PM #4
Re: Iver Johnson model 50
Don't waste yer time and money. These things are nothing but a headache. Had too many come into the shop I worked at. Parts haven't been made in decades , any parts you get , IF you get the right ones , are gonna be used and likely well worn. They were rather low quality to begin with.
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Re: Iver Johnson model 50
If you want to play and it is a hobby thing: All these old revolvers were relatively soft steel. The ratchet on the back of the cylinders wear out where the lifter contacts, or were forced by previous owners. Most of these old revolvers had the lifter in a slot in the receiver, which also wears and makes the lifter sloppy. abner13 is right. These old revolvers were loose when brand new. Most were hand fit parts. That is why you never seem to find the "Correct part". Good luck.
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October 6th, 2021, 09:58 AM #6
Re: Iver Johnson model 50
I just took the cylinder out before reading your comment plummer, the issue seems to be the cylinder ratchet. Three positions out of the eight, won't rotate, the other will with no problem. I still may shoot it, just for fun, but won't worry about fixing it.
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October 7th, 2021, 06:08 PM #7
Re: Iver Johnson model 50
IIRC , those I-J's and some old H&R pistols , the cylinder didn't actually lock in position. The bolt cuts weren't actual locking cuts like a Colt or S&W. The hand/pawl/lifter/whatever, turned the cylinder , and trigger pressure held the cylinder against the 'bolt'. The cylinder would spin freely otherwise.
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