Need a grip screw

[Snapdragon]

I have a Smith model 36 that I bought mother-of-pearl grips for, but the MOP grips did not come with a screw. The screw that came with the original checkered grips is too long and too thick to go through the escutcheons in the MOP grips.

Any ideas? I'm estimating that the length will need to be somewhere between 5/8-3/4", but I don't know what guage of screw it will take or how to find it.

 

[Squirt239]

PM me your address. I'll send you some blanks. You can cut them to fit. Whatever ones you don't need or use, just keep them for another project.

 

[Snapdragon]

Thanks, Squirt.

 

[chezuki]

Lowes.

Take the grips with you to get the size and pitch.

 

[sloughfoot]

Lowes.

Take the grips with you to get the size and pitch.

I don't like the box stores. I prefer my local Do-it-Best.

 

[gungirl65]

Go to your local neighborhood hardware store. They are great for this kind of stuff.

 

[Snapdragon]

I went to Ace, which is my go-to place when I need a screw. (Jeez, did I just say that?) I like that they have the open bins instead of pre-packaged stuff. They didn't have anything with the right kind of head on it. Filister, I think it's called?

I took Squirt (Brett) up on his offer and we'll see how that goes. If that doesn't work, I'll try our local Do-it store.

 

[Snapdragon]

OK, here's another question. I've seen the universal grip screw kits that come with escutcheons. Are the holes in the grips that the escutcheons go into a universal size, or do those vary also?

 

[actaeon277]

I went to Ace, which is my go-to place when I need a screw. (Jeez, did I just say that?) I like that they have the open bins instead of pre-packaged stuff. They didn't have anything with the right kind of head on it. Filister, I think it's called?

I took Squirt (Brett) up on his offer and we'll see how that goes. If that doesn't work, I'll try our local Do-it store.

I have a set of assorted gunsmithing screws, including #6-48 fillister head (7 different lengths)
#8-40 fillister head (3 different lengths)

And others.

 

[walt o]

As i stated in our P.M. conversation .I think original ms&w screws are #5 screw with 44 tpi. you stated that original S&W screws are too big in dia.If you try to force a wrong screw in the grips you might crack them .As to changing to a universal screw & escutcheons removing the C might break the grips . You could have the escutcheons drilled and tapped to fit a new Dia. Screw

 

[Snapdragon]

Thanks to all who replied. to Squirt239. He sent me an assortment of screws, and the very thinnest one fits. What's the cleanest way to cut it off?

 

[Squirt239]

Hacksaw!!! Mini pvc hacksaw works great!

 

[Snapdragon]

Ok, I've got one. Thanks again.

Now the next project is that the pegs on the butt of the gun that hold the grips in place are too long for the thin grips. I may have to grind them down just a bit.

 

[Squirt239]

No problem! Glad I could help! I would alter the grips instead of the gun. Just my

 

[actaeon277]

A dremel and a cutting wheel works nice.

 

[indiucky]

Ok, I've got one. Thanks again.

Now the next project is that the pegs on the butt of the gun that hold the grips in place are too long for the thin grips. I may have to grind them down just a bit.

And the next project is to post a daggone pic with the daggone grips on that daggone model 36 nickel!!!!!! The story of the grips, the search for the gun, the finding of the gun, the finding of the grip screw etc....Is like one of those old fashioned "Serials" from the 1930's.....


I WANT TO SEE THE FINAL EPISODE!!!!! How does it turn out???? Does Hoppy get the girl? Do he and the outlaw patch up their differences and go all "Brokeback Mountain" on each other? Did Lassie get Timmy out of that %$^-ing Well?????

Seriously did Lassie get Timmy out of the well?

 

[Snapdragon]

Ok, working on it. I've got the grip screw. Now I need to shorten it.

The mother of pearl grips are very thin, so the hole for the peg is very shallow. If I tried to drill it deeper, it would break through or crack the MOP. So that leaves shortening the peg. Hopefully I can get to it soon. I've got a bunch of other stuff going on right now.

 

[Squirt239]

How much does it need to come down? You might be able to mic the grip hole depth, then mark the pin on the frame. You could then use the same mini hack saw to remove excess material on the from. A quick buff on a wheel to take away sharp edges, and you should be g2g. If you need any more help, give me a shout.

 

[Snapdragon]

Not much... maybe 1/16 in. Thanks!

 

[aclark]

Did you ever think to try Fastenal? I know I'm a bit late to the part, but they carry a lot.