No 4 Mk I* Forend Pins?

[canuck98k]

I am missing one of the pins that holds the metal cap onto the fore end. The problem is, I don't know the technical term for such a pin and as a result, finding one has been impossible.

Do they have a special 'parts list' name? Or is there a type of hardware store pin that does the job? Or is leaving it alone the proper fix?

Any help is much appreciated.

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[dieppe42]

Do you mean the front SIGHT GUARD retaining screw or the front BARREL BAND screw used to retain the sling swivel, or one of the brass pins that secure a metal to wood fitting ?

[Peter Laidler]

Or do you mean the PIN, cap, fore-end.

That's a good reason to buy the parts list if you don't mind me saying. Available cheap from BDL. Even I've got one.

[canuck98k]

Yes, Peter, PIN, cap, fore-end sounds right. It's the metal cap at the front of the fore end. It has 2 pins and the front band goes on between them. I'm missing one pin.

The BDL list is a great idea. My Skennerton book is on the way but the Canada Post lock out has screwed that up.

When I get home, and away from this weird blocking software, I'll have a look at BDL's site.

Thanks for the replies, everyone.