Bearcat question

[nrobe50]

is the frame on a new model Bearcat the same as the old model? I have heard that the new model could be converted back to the old model without the transfer bar if you have an old model parts kit.

 

[Bear Paw Jack]

No it is not. The new model Bearcat is longer as is the cylinder. Not sure about making it an old model. I'm sure someone who is much smarter than me will respond.

 

[Hondo44]

Yes, the old model action parts can be installed in a new model Bearcat.

The bearcat NM frames were not machined differently for the NM transfer bar. They just use the OM retrofit transfer bar conversion parts.

As Bear Paw Jack posted, the NM frames were made longer for a longer cyl when the 22 Mag was introduced (and failed). So the only different part is the cyl pin of the NM, it's a bit longer. But you can still use the NM pin with the old actions parts. Or the OM cyl pin will still work as well, a bit shorter but not too short to work.