Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Kahr P-Series Pistols
Owners seem to love their Kahr pistols, and you’ll love the fact that’big or small’ they all come apart and go back together the same way.
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Cold Bluing: Restoring “Family Heirlooms” on the Cheap
Many old guns have sentimental value to the family of the owner but no real monetary value to a collector. These guns are all good candidates for an inexpensive “facelift.”
The M1911 in 10mm: Some Special Considerations
For most gunsmiths, building or tuning a 1911- type pistol in .45 ACP is like a walk in the park. But the path can be thorny when the 1911 is chambered for the 10mm cartridge.
Fabricating a Fixed Ejector for Jarvis .22 Conversion Unit
The Jarvis .22 LR conversion unit for the M1911 uses a floating ejector which is prone to breakage and doesn’t always fit every frame. Here’s how to fabricate and install a fixed ejector in the Jarvis unit.
Tuning the Remington Model 700 Firing-Pin Assembly
Internal friction inside the bolt of the Remington Model 700-Series rifle can produce inconsistent lock time and diminished accuracy. The problem is, however, relatively easy to solve.
Reader Forum
Slow-Rust Bluing I just reread the March 2009 issue. The slow-rust bluing article described the process thoroughly. (Keep up the good work.) I’ll be giving it a try soon. The question I have is about the color. How does it compare to…
Sales Boom Has Gun and Ammo Makers at Full Capacity
The big news in the firearms, ammo, and accessories business continues to be the sales boom following on the heels of last November’s election of an anti-gun president and a gun-control-friendly Congress. While sales have slowed a bit since last spring’which is…
Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Ruger LCR Revolver
Designed to handle .38 Special +P ammo, Ruger’s new hammerless lightweight is expected to be popular for concealed carry or lawenforcement backup.
Modifying the Hammer/Sear Jig For Function Testing
With a few springs and readily available parts, a stoning jig can be modified to allow the hammer and sear to function as they would inside the M1911 pistol, thus speeding up the smoothing process.
The M1 Garand: A Troubleshooting Checklist
Volumes have been written on accurizing the venerable M1 Garand. But when facing a rifle of unknown origin, first you have to ensure it’s in reliable operating condition.
Firearm Finishing Methods: A to Z
Today’s gunsmith can offer his customer choices in metal-finishing methods that range from traditional and “down to earth” to Space Age and literally “out of this world.”
Making and Installing Decorative Metal Overlays
Overlays on a gun or its stock can enhance its appearance as well as its value, and you don’t have to be a metalsmith to get the job done.
Reader Forum
Stevens Crackshot Restoration I have two Stevens Crackshot Model 26 rifles that most people would have thrown away. These were my father’s and are nearly 80 years old. I’m rebuilding them for my grandson. I intend to leave one in the original…
What Works in this Country? Us!
As everyone in our industry knows, the big news of the last seven or eight months has been the phenomenal surge in sales of both guns and ammunition’oddly enough, coming at a time when the economy is in a serious slump. We’ve…
Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Little Sharps Rifle
With this 80-percentscale replica, Charles Daly has brought the old buffalo gun down to deer-hunter size.
Tech Topics
In this feature, we examine new tools and tooling, tips and techniques and other items of interest to the gunsmithing community. How to Convert a Double Shotgun to a Double Rifle
Relining the .22 Rifle Barrel: An Alternate Procedure
With a little ingenuity and a homemade drill, it’s possible to reline a rifle barrel for little more than the cost of the liner.
Mounting the Holland Adjustable Picatinny Scope Rail
When the ultimate in accuracy and durability is required, the combination of the Picatinny rail and precision scope rings fills the bill.
Working the Henry Rifle And its Uberti Replica
B. T. Henry’s repeating rifle was based on a Smith & Wesson pistol design, and later became the basis for a line of Winchester rifles designs.
Reader Forum
Richland Shotgun Parts? I have a Richland side-by-side in 20 gauge. Looking at the right firing pin, it appears that the spring is broken. I need to know where I can get a tool to remove the housing as well as a…
FBI Background Checks for Firearm Purchases Hit 100 Million
Just as this issue went to press in April, the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the agency responsible for running the National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS), announced the completion of the 100 millionth instant background check since the inception of NICS…
Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Walther P22 Pistol
With most of its firing system contained between two inner sideplates, this Walther is one of those “busy” little pocket pistols.
Improving the Glock Model 23 With Aftermarket Parts
What Glock claims is “the safest handgun system available” can still be made more accurate and easier to shoot with some simple modifications.
Producing a “Faux-Parkerized” Finish with Dura Coat
Lauer Custom Weaponry’s spray-on coating will produce not only a durable substitute for Parkerizing, but a rainbow of colored finishes and camouflage patterns.