I picked up this quality breech seater at a local show some months back. Obviously it has been separated from some shooters 32-40 kit.  It does not fit any action currently in my inventory. Does anyone have any idea on what it may fit and possibly who made it? I suppose it could be modified to fit something else which is why I bought it in the first place but it may also be the start of another project?

Thanks for any info.

Flatlander

It is interesting in that the rim of the case is no longer present and it appears to be soldered on when expanding the picture. I am curious in regards to how much mechanical advantage it might have by design and overall a very unique seater. It also appears that it would be fairly simple to modify to fit just about any action.

JLouis

J Louis:

If I cannot figure this one out, I will modify into something I can use. You are correct in it being pretty easy to adapt. Very straightforward. I would first like to know what it may fit so someone who may need one could use it before it gets changed. Just thinking of originality.

Flatlander

rear of barrel to rear of mortise on my...

C. Sharps High Wall = .74"
Ruger No. 3           = 1.120"

Perhaps it has been reassembled with the lug piece reversed. If the lug piece was turned around, the case base to rear of lug dimension would increase.

It will be interesting to see what it fits if the puzzle is solved.

Different design with some good features and would probably work.
Interesting that the operating handle is at about 90° with the bullet push rod retracted.
Most tools have the handle closer to parallel forward when retracted and about 90° when the push rod is extended to reduce twist on the tool.
Would certainly have adequate mechanical advantage the last quarter inch or so.
Chuck

Thanks all for the ideas and thoughts. It appears the locking arm can be rotated just by loosening the lock nut in front but I have not tried it as of yet. Still trying to solve the puzzle.

Flatlander