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arcticap · October 5, 2012, 07:56 PM

Be sure to buy a revolver nipple wrench since a standard nipple wrench won't fit. Cabela's may not even have one that fits snug so bring the cylinder along for a trial fit.
Some folks grind their own nipple wrench from a size 3/16" socket having a 1/4" drive by using a Dremel and/or file. A 6mm Allen wrench can be used to turn the socket.

http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=578275

http://www.trackofthewolf.com/catego...px/65/1/NW-140

Many folks apply breech plug grease or anti-seize to the nipple threads.

October 5, 2012, 07:56 PM	#6
arcticap Senior Member Join Date: March 15, 2005 Location: Central Connecticut Posts: 3,166	Be sure to buy a revolver nipple wrench since a standard nipple wrench won't fit. Cabela's may not even have one that fits snug so bring the cylinder along for a trial fit. Some folks grind their own nipple wrench from a size 3/16" socket having a 1/4" drive by using a Dremel and/or file. A 6mm Allen wrench can be used to turn the socket. http://www.thehighroad.org/showthread.php?t=578275 http://www.trackofthewolf.com/catego...px/65/1/NW-140 Many folks apply breech plug grease or anti-seize to the nipple threads. Last edited by arcticap; October 6, 2012 at 06:39 PM.