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gun_runner
Whats the best way to polish a handgun feed ramp in order to ease cycling?

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Larry
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  • D@D
    I used my Dremel tool and polish compound.
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  • v35
    Use the rubber bonded abrasive wheels with a Dremel tool.
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  • richbug
    If it is really rough, I use a length of dowel rod about 3/8" diameter wrapped in sand paper. for really rough ramps I start with something in the 320-400 range and work up to 1500 grit.

    My border collie is smarter than your honor student.
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  • bambihunter
    I've used D@D's and richbugs methods, and I think v35's would work as well. Just don't get in a hurry is the main thing...
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  • gonepostal
    dremel tool with fine buffing compound preferably jewelers ruge

    but what ever you use be very carefull not to change the angle of the feed ramp ,if you do the gun is pretty well trashed

    yep its me ,same one for 4 years now
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  • v35
    If you have good manual dexterity on small parts use the Cratex bulletnosed rubber cylindrical wheels with a Dremel. A flex shaft will give you better control.
    You can also deburr the chamber entrance, the feed ramp and even polish the chamber where the bullet tip strikes the chamber top.
    This job takes a light, careful touch. Machine cutter marks in feed ramps take more than buffing compound or sandpaper on a stick. The firm rubber wheels do more of a precision workmanlike job.
    Before you start the job put the safety on and slowly cycle a round. Observe where the bullet or case rubs off on the feed ramp and/or chamber mouth. These are the areas to polish. The method stated will result in a brilliant chrome like finish.
    This method has worked on all my semi auto pistols and rifles including ARs.
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  • l-girl
    Has a S&W Sigma that would jam constantly and shot 18" high at 50', so I sent it back to the factory and asked them to fix it. The sights were redone properly but it looked like they used a rubber cratex wheel on the feed ramp and there were lots of eccenctric swirl marks. It fed fine, but the ramp looked terrible. So, I polished it using the method described below.

    I have polished many feed ramps with a Dremel, a small felt wheel, and Simichrome metal polish. Be sure to maintain the same angle and don't overdo it. You want it to be slick and shiny.

    Best regards,Rich
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