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I purchased 8" files, one half round file and a tapered file. I have a small vise to hold the hand in place. I will mark off, comparing it to the old one. The spring is also too long so I can use wire cutters or a dremel disc. Unless you have a better idea.

Thanks. I will try that.

Thanks. Just a tought...but could I take the spring from the new hand assembly and put that in the old hand assembly. If this is not an option, I can use the dremel tool to cut down the 1/8" of steel on the hand and the spring. I would like to just use the old hand as it seems cut perfectly for...

Thanks all. I took it apart and the new hand assembly and spring is 1/8" longer than the old one. I put it back in and tried installing the trigger and bolt as described. I am now able to pull the hammer to full cock position and the trigger releases the hammer. The problem I now see, is...

Thank you all for your help. Denster I must have put the new pieces back incorrectly or in the wrong sequence. Is there a step by step list to advise on how to reinstall? It may also be what the others have also indicated. I may have to file down the new pieces, but I was hoping it was an...

Thank you. I assume I did not install the cylinder lock, screw and trigger correctly or aligned them wrong. I did notice that the cylinder lock did not seem to raise itself up enough at full cock position. Would this have anything to do with it? I wish there was a detailed set of instructions to...

I replaced the cylinder lock, hand assembly and hammer spring on my 1851 Navy Colt. I am brand new to cap and ball shooting and the replica revolver I have needed new pieces. After putting it back together, the trigger does not release the hammer at full cock. I can hear the hammer click into...

I was used dagger doggs advise and it worked like a charm and the nipples came out easy enough. A little pressure on the top of each nipple, while turning the nipple wrench, undid the 2 rusty nipples. I immersed the cylinder into a 1/2 acetone (100%) and 1/2 ATF solution for a week. Thank you all!

Thank you all for great immediate advice.

I am new to this group, but have a 1851 Colt replica, purchased in upstate NY in mid to late 70's. It was fired and there are 2 chambers with rusty nipples, that do not budge to come out. I purchased a ratcheting nipple wrench and have not used it yet. The cheaper hand wrench does not budge...