Dan Wesson

bjdealer · April 29, 2000, 02:17 PM

Dan Wesson Model 12, .38/.357 revolver; Serial # 232,3 barrel set: 6",4",2 1/2"

Wrote to Company few months ago trying to get mfg date, no response. Do you know: Company obviously built my DW when they were in Monson, MA. I've owed it since early 80s.

Also have some pitting/metal loss in cylinder holes, all to some degree, but mostly in 3 holes. Were/are their parts interchangeable, i.e. is it possible to find a new new cylinder out in the world, or is it best to send back to the company for a match fit?
Thanx

johnwill · April 29, 2000, 05:01 PM

Dan Wesson has gone belly-up several times since the early 80's. They have recently been revived, but they are not all that interested in the old Dan Wesson stuff. They may work on it, can't hurt to contact them.

Steven Mace · April 30, 2000, 05:32 PM

Bjdealer, my records show the Dan Wesson Model 12 was only made from 1970-1971. For replacement parts you might try contacting Gun Parts Corporation at http://www.gunpartscorp.com and ask if they have a cylinder in stock for your Model 12. Your local gun smith should be able to make the correct replacement. Hope this helps!

Steve Mace

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JoeHatley · May 1, 2000, 11:09 AM

www.dan-wesson.com

The new owners will service your model 12. Give them a call to get shipping info and pricing. Nice folks...

Joe

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April 29, 2000, 02:17 PM	#1
bjdealer Member Join Date: April 23, 2000 Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 34	Dan Wesson Model 12, .38/.357 revolver; Serial # 232,3 barrel set: 6",4",2 1/2" Wrote to Company few months ago trying to get mfg date, no response. Do you know: Company obviously built my DW when they were in Monson, MA. I've owed it since early 80s. Also have some pitting/metal loss in cylinder holes, all to some degree, but mostly in 3 holes. Were/are their parts interchangeable, i.e. is it possible to find a new new cylinder out in the world, or is it best to send back to the company for a match fit? Thanx

April 29, 2000, 05:01 PM	#2
johnwill Senior Member Join Date: April 6, 2000 Location: PA Posts: 3,451	Dan Wesson has gone belly-up several times since the early 80's. They have recently been revived, but they are not all that interested in the old Dan Wesson stuff. They may work on it, can't hurt to contact them.

April 30, 2000, 05:32 PM	#3
Steven Mace Senior Member Join Date: November 15, 1999 Location: Clifton, Colorado USA Posts: 724	Bjdealer, my records show the Dan Wesson Model 12 was only made from 1970-1971. For replacement parts you might try contacting Gun Parts Corporation at http://www.gunpartscorp.com and ask if they have a cylinder in stock for your Model 12. Your local gun smith should be able to make the correct replacement. Hope this helps! Steve Mace ------------------ After today, its all historical [This message has been edited by Steven Mace (edited April 30, 2000).]

May 1, 2000, 11:09 AM	#4
JoeHatley Senior Member Join Date: July 1, 1999 Location: Iowa Posts: 2,135	www.dan-wesson.com The new owners will service your model 12. Give them a call to get shipping info and pricing. Nice folks... Joe ------------------ Go NRA