L&R Replacement locks

[erhunter]

Unfortunately FedEx lost my original 2001 flint lock being sent to Cabin Creek for a tuning. I am now faced with getting another one from Lyman, which broke flints forever, or going with the above replacement. I know they aren't a "drop In" but I am willing to do the work. Do I get an RPL-03 or an RPL-05 for my 2001 Trade rifle?

 

[Pete G]

Yes, it is a much better lock; still it may require a bit of tuning.

 

[forty_caliber]

Not sure which model you need for your "trade rifle". The descriptions on Track of the Wolf are pretty good. I used the 05 model on my Lyman (Investarms) GPR. It took a SIGNIFICANT amount of wood removal to fit. I didn't have to do any barrel work to get the flash hole lined up with the pan though.

All in all I'm pleased with the result. The quality of the lock is a 1000 times better than the factory version.

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[NorthFork]

Either way, but just know that the RPL is NOT a "drop in" arraignment by anyone's standards.

 

[Eric Krewson]

It is a good lock and like was mentioned installing one takes some skill, some go in easy some do not, the one I put in a TC was a nightmare.

 

[Phil Coffins]

I’ve just been working with L&R lock for a Lyman and would like to give some observations on them. The internal parts aren’t well finished in the ones I’ve handle. The tumbler fit the bridle well but the hole in the plate are loose. The sear spring is short with the tip bearing on the sear too far from the screw. This gives a heavy trigger on a single trigger. Anything can be improved just be aware so you can deal with them as you see fit.

 

[anthonycrocker25]

I put one in my kentucky. A little work and i am happy

 

[gabedard]

I put one in a Deer Creek mountain rifle (percussion)
Minimal wood removal and a little filing. Big difference in quality between original and replacement

 

[gabedard]

Replacement L&R

 

[Notchy Bob]

Do I get an RPL-03 or an RPL-05 for my 2001 Trade rifle?

If you're not sure which lock to order, maybe call L&R and ask them. I understand their customer service is pretty good.

Notchy Bob

 

[oldwood]

Don't know if all the TCenter flint are troublesome, but had to move the lock in the up direction so the touch hole aligned , and fill in the lower side of the lock mortise w/ walnut to heal the gap. Also , the set trigger needed inlet a little to make it function. The new lock worked well.................olswood

 

[erhunter]

Thanks for all of the replies! My Trade Rifle takes the 05 model. Just ordered one from L&R yesterday and Tim was very helpful. They seem to stand by their locks very well.

 

[GriscomRun]

Ummm, why not ask Brad and Shane ????? Let those guys do the whole job. You know they will do it correctly.