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Doug Koenig on Gunsmithing

By May 2019

A skilled gunsmith can customize any gun for improved performance but it takes first hand, higher-level shooting experience to fully appreciate what those customizations need to be. Here’s a champion shooter’s view on the craft.

Reader Forum

Reader Forum May 2019

Other minor fixes I’ve applied to my Flues is adding a recoil pad on the gun, though it wasn’t my best work. That line adjacent to the stock is DAP Plastic Wood. I’ve included some photos showing were I installed screws to…

Linda Harris Memorial Scholarship

By April 2019

George Harris, International Firearms Consultants founder, SIGARMS Academy co-founder, and former Army Reserve Marksmanship Team member, announced the launch of the Linda Harris Memorial Scholarship administered by the United States Concealed Carry Association. “This fund will provide a means to create and…

Reader Forum

Reader Forum April 2019

Henry Long Ranger Bolt Removal I am looking for information on removing the bolt from the Henry Long Ranger so as to avoid cleaning from the muzzle end. I’m familiar with Henry’s other rifles but this model is different and more resembles…

Gun Law Fail

By March 2019

A study of firearm homicide and suicide rates in the 10 years after California simultaneously mandated comprehensive background checks (CBC) for nearly all firearm sales and a prohibition on gun purchase and possession via misdemeanor violence policies (MVP) found no change in…

Century Arms JW-2000

By March 2019

The Century Arms JW-2000 Coach Shotgun is a side-by-side double barrel with external hammers and an Old West look and feel. Here’s how to improve it.

Reader Forum

Reader Forum March 2019

Restoration Info I have a Model 67-H Springfield pump shotgun in 12 gauge brought to me in pieces and I need assembly instructions. Also, I’m looking for a supply of .228 barrels for restoring several .22 Savage Hi-Power (5.6x52mm R) rifles. Numrich…

Top Dog

By February 2019

Every one of your customers and repair jobs involves a firearm and you’re as likely as anyone to be asked for advice on their use. Unless you exclusively repair wall hangers, those firearms will be used. Skillful marksmanship when it counts for…

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