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Originally Posted by Fingers McGee
Did you try to run the cylinder around a second time to pop the caps? CCI #10 caps have the smallest inside diameter and take a little push to seat correctly. I've found that Remington #10s work well on original 2nd Gen nipples - and Tresos.
Replacement screws can be obtained from VTI. The screws are also the same as a Uberti '61 Navy. Get the hardened screw set from VTI. They're a little pricey; but you won't have to worry about screws again.
Serial number range for the 2nd Gen 1861s was 40000 thru 43165. The complete serial number is stamped on the barrel, frame, triggerguard, cylinder, arbor, and wedge. It is also penciled in on the bacstrap channel of the grips. Only the last 4 digits of the serial number are stamped on the backstrap. From the picture - it's a second Gen.
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The revolver wouldn't shoot those two problem nipples the second, third or fourth time I tried them. The only way to get them to fire was to back out the nipples a 1/4 of a turn.
The serial number for mines is early in the series you gave (402XX), so that fits too. That's pleasing info. it's further cements my identification of the pistol. I sincerely appreciate your help!
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Originally Posted by Doc Hoy
Welcome to the forum and congrats on the acquisition.
To me it seems like like your analytical mind has left you in little need of help. You done good, shipmate.
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Thanks Doc, it feels good to have one's conclusions backed up by experienced shooters. I knew this was the place to ask.
I'll order up replacement parts from VTIgunparts online, and I'll update with progress. Thanks so much for all of your input. If I continue having issues, I'll try the other suggestions listed. Cheers!