Old Model is it converted

[Mr Jukebox]

I see that alot of people would rather have an old model that is not coverted as opposed to it be converted i am going to a gun show this weekend and would like to know how you tell the difference

 

[Redstick]

Look to see if there is a transfer bar under the hammer. There's other ways to tell, but that'd prob'ly be easiest.

 

[c.r.]

here's a link to a thread from a while back that will have some tips for you.
http://www.rugerforum.com/phpBB/viewtop ... highlight=

hope you find what you're looking for.

~c.r.

 

[J Miller]

If you're going to a gun show, the hammers will no doubt be tie strapped down.

An easy way to tell is to hold it sideways against a light and look where the firing pin would normally protrude. If its there it's not converted. If it's not there it's been converted.

Another way is to look at the back of the trigger. The factory triggers are smooth all the way up, the conversion trigger has a hump on it where the return spring plunger pushes.

Joe