What about searching for a new barrel? Any GOOD smith could do the work. Maybe contact Gallagher or Clements for a start.
If it is unconverted I would send it back to Ruger and have them re-barrel it. I would even do that if it was not converted and then put the gun back to stock when they send the parts back.
Flat- gate SS I don't want a new barrel. I would be interested in used barrel but can't find one. Don't have a smith in these parts, would like to get name of one. I have another SS I bought new in early 60s, other than worn finish it's 100% mech.
