Walker

[imray]

Hi, mine simply blew the latch pieces apart and destroyed them, so I ordered the new style latch parts for the new drgoons and hand filed the grooves and drilled the spring hole and converted it to the new latch. Although not original to the #1 it is functional and looks better than a rubber band or ziptie. I also installed a set of buckhorn sights on the barrel which has turned it into an extremely accurate revolver. I wouldn't want to have to escape from it. best wishes, ray

 

[pecos clay]

That's exactly how I feel about this revolver. The lever drop worry is a small trade off compared to the astonishing power these revolvers hit with.

That said, I just slap the lever back into place. I suppose a small c-clip can help keep the lever from falling so much.

 

[Dave Rosenthal]

I just use a small blue rubber band. Isn't PC/HC but it gets the job done!

Dave

 

[F_Thomas]

I've got a Uberti Walker and experience the same problem with the loading lever. Solved it with a leather strap. Works great.

 

[Dave Rosenthal]

That's the HC way to do it I'm told :thumbsup: .

Dave

 

[soldierof4cheese]

I had an Uberti 2nd model dragoon which is like the Walker. I read about the loading lever problem thats why i choose the Dragoon, its lever latches like the 1860 colt Army, worked great and i regret selling it.

 

[CaptainKirk]

Dude...your icon looks like Joe Walsh and Clint Eastwood in a Reese's Peanut Butter Cup sorta way... :hmm:

 

[Pete Gaimari]

You look like Robert Redford.

 

[Dave Rosenthal]

I have the Walker (52 grains) as well as the 3rd Model Dragoon (45 grains), both by Uberti. They're both excellent shooters! The Walker has been used out to 135 yards to hit gongs :shocked2: and I consider it the most accurate BP revolver I own. Shoot it out-of-the-box too!

Dave

 

[soldierof4cheese]

Sweet,,, its really me with a little paint editing...LOL

 

[user 922]

I have a Uberti Walker that I bought in '94. Excellent shooting (loud) gun that satisfies every male urge to play with somethig that goes bang. Make sure you load it with enough powder. Dixie Gun Works recommends a 22 gr. charge of FFG which, probably, wouldn't allow the ball to seat on the powder. 40 gr. is a better load for this pistol. Extra heavy loads will probably cause the wedge to wear.

I understand that the sights were originally set for 50 yards, which explains why the gun shoots high at 15-25 yards. I just aim lower.

 

[CaptainKirk]

Now you look like Moses with a rifle. :grin:

 

[t.l.a.r. eng]

smokin.50,
I have to agree the Uberti Walker was surprisingly accurate to shoot after being used to the Piettas in my cabinet. I noticed the Uberti has a bit more agressive rifling.

45 grains Goex, .454 ball = :thumbsup:

 

[Dave Rosenthal]

Why such a light charge? :rotf: :haha: The balls are half-way down the chambers :haha: :shocked2: .

Enjoy it and make smoke! :thumbsup:

Dave

 

[t.l.a.r. eng]

The Uberti manual recommends standard 22 grains and max 30 grains :idunno:

Mine holds great accuracy with 45-50 grains Goex, but I didn't buy the Walker for accuracy, bought it for the earth shattering ka-boom and the smoke! :haha: :hatsoff:

I use heavier loads now and then and having the load lever fall even after the catch modification just adds to the fun of owning a Walker. :thumbsup:

 

[Dave Rosenthal]

The Uberti manual recommends standard 22 grains and max 30 grains :idunno:

Mine holds great accuracy with 45-50 grains Goex, but I didn't buy the Walker for accuracy, bought it for the earth shattering ka-boom and the smoke! :haha: :hatsoff:

I use heavier loads now and then and having the load lever fall even after the catch modification just adds to the fun of owning a Walker. :thumbsup:

You'll get better accuracy at 50 grains than at 45, due in part to the balls not having to "jump" into the forcing cone from deep in the chambers. The use of at least one pre-lubed wonder-wad will bring the balls closer to the chamber mouths. :wink:

Have fun making the BOOM!

Dave

 

[TXRanchMedic]

I have a Walker (Uberti) and use 50 grain pyrodex. For lever drops, you can use a rubber band or a bread twist-tie, or if your forearms are big enough, just flip the wrist upwards to reset the lever (and clear the used cap). Then you can lower the muzzle and recock the hammer for more fun.
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