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James K · March 13, 2009, 01:49 PM

Hi, Orchidhunter,

I assume you mean jewels for use as bearings in a gun.* It is interesting to know that such a thing exists, since I had not heard of it. I would think jewels might not be up to the mechanics of a firearm, but some folks I am sure would be willing to try. Where would the jewels be in, say, a S&W Model 686? And what would the cost be for a full set either installed or with installation instructions?

*Jewels can be inset into firearms or stocks, and that was a fairly common practice in the past, but was also strictly cosmetic.

Jim

March 13, 2009, 01:49 PM	#15
James K Member In Memoriam Join Date: March 17, 1999 Posts: 24,383	Hi, Orchidhunter, I assume you mean jewels for use as bearings in a gun.* It is interesting to know that such a thing exists, since I had not heard of it. I would think jewels might not be up to the mechanics of a firearm, but some folks I am sure would be willing to try. Where would the jewels be in, say, a S&W Model 686? And what would the cost be for a full set either installed or with installation instructions? *Jewels can be inset into firearms or stocks, and that was a fairly common practice in the past, but was also strictly cosmetic. Jim