Need a Broomhandle Gunsmith

mscoble

July 21, 2014 19:15

I have a late model C1930 broomhandle is very nice original condition but it is having a mechanical problem and no one in my area knows how to work on these pistols. The hammer does not want to cock and when it does the trigger only partly releases it. i have field striped it and looked it over but nothing seems broken. I also purchased a replacement safety, as it was suggested that could be the problem, but that was no help. I need to find a gunsmith expereinced with the broomhandle it help me get this shooting again. Can anyone recommend someone? Thanks, matt

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  TRAP55

  July 21, 2014 23:50

  The Gunrack
  9184 NW CR 225
  Starke, FL 32091
  
  Phone: 904-964-5053

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  p3skyking

  July 22, 2014 05:47

  On the right side of the removed assembly, there's a small lollipop looking piece that has a flat spring attached to it. This is a very critical part as it's what the trigger activates.
  With the hammer cocked and held, press up on the bottom of the little piece and see if it releases the hammer okay. If it does, the trigger is not making proper contact.
  If it doesn't, you should be able to see what's not working. The Mauser is a simple and robust weapon, but the fit is critical.

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  mscoble

  July 22, 2014 15:33

  To: TRAP55,
  Thank you for the information on the fellow in Florida. He could not do the work but pointed me to Tom Heller of Heller Arms in Saint Charles, MO and he looks to be the right guy. I have already overnighted him the pistol. Thanks, Again.-Matt

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  TRAP55

  July 23, 2014 08:38

  Matt, thanks for the update. Interesting they couldn't do the work, they are/were? known as the "Broom Closet". Tom Heller has a good reputation for his Broomhandle work.

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