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Early on during my work on some of these, I attempted to correct the problems by recutting or making some changes to the engagements that had already been made by someone else. Most of these attempts resulted in the replacement of the…
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Bloomberg Loses Appeal in NYC Lawsuit
Just as this issue went to press, a Manhattan-based federal appeals court dismissed what should be the last of the frivolous lawsuits intended to bankrupt the major players in the firearms industry with the cost of their legal defense. Like the other…
Disassembly and Reassembly of the Browning Cynergy Shotgun
Here’s what you need to know to service the shotgun Browning calls its “third generation over/ under.”
Beware of the $2-an-Hour Job
There are any number of problems that can turn what should be a simple, profitable job into a losing proposition.
Timney Trigger Installation on the Winchester Model 70 Rifle
As a practical measure, installing an aftermarket trigger on the venerable Model 70 Winchester will greatly improve its performance.
Slicking Up the Uberti Cowboy Revolvers
Although some are better than others in out-of-the-box condition, any of these popular price-point revolvers can be made smoother and easier to handle.
Sporterizing the British Enfield
The slick-actioned Enfield can be turned into a fine hunting rifle with relatively simple techniques and inexpensive aftermarket parts.
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Marlin Screw Search I’m in need of a magazine-tube stud screw for a Marlin M36, 2nd variation. The Brownells Encyclopedia (13th printing) lists this as part number 36-53 and also lists the thread pitch as a .137 x 42. I was going…
Shooting for the Future
I know I don’t need to tell you how much the future of our business depends on a continual influx of new shooters, hunters, and firearms owners. Over the years, many different programs have been implemented in an effort to accomplish this.…
Disassembly and Reassembly of the Smith & Wesson i-Bolt Rifle
After a few experiments with offshore production, the handgun giant is building this premium long gun right here in the U. S.
Solving Common Problems With .22 Rimfire Handguns
To a greater extent than with centerfire guns, problems with rimfire handguns are often found to be ammo-related’and usually relatively simple to repair.
Making a Barrel Chamber Neck and Leade Section
A partial chamber reproduction of the neck and leade can serve a number of useful purposes for your customers. And everything you’ll need to make one may be right at your fingertips.
The Gunsmith: Jack of All Trades and Master of All
No profession demands as wide a range of mechanical knowledge as that of the gunsmith
Simple Crossbow Mods for Improved Performance and Safety
The energy behind the projectile might come from a different source, but many components of the crossbow are similar to that of a firearm and can benefit from the attention of the innovative gunsmith.
Working the S&W Top-Break .38 Single Action, 2nd and 3rd Models
The .38 Single Action 2nd Model, first offered in 1877, introduced many of the features that would be applied to all subsequent Smith & Wesson top-break models.
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Marlin Model 19 Ejection I have a Marlin Model 19 that came into my shop today and it will not eject the shells. Can you help me figure this one out? I’ve cleaned it and the parts look okay to me. The…
So Long, Spitz
I’m not usually one to gloat over another man’s misfortunes. I mean, we all make mistakes. I’m making an exception, however, in the case of former New York Governor Eliot Spitzer. You remember, I’m sure, his well-publicized exit from the governor’s mansion…
Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Browning T-Bolt
Like the 1960s version, the new T-Bolt is a straight-pull action. Unlike the older version, the new model has at least one feature that’s sure to give the gunsmith migraines.
Limiting Your Liability
Whether you have insurance or not, there are numerous ways to keep your personal liability to a minimum.
Basic Stock Work and Finishin
With a little effort and attention to detail, stocks made of common wood can look great, and a stock made of exotic wood can look even better.
Solving Extraction, Ejection, and Feeding Problems on the Marlin 39A
Here’by popular demand’are the most common problems with one of America’s favorite .22 lever-action rifles, along with tips on how to resolve them.
Working the S&W .32 Double-Action Top-Break Models
The .32 DA and its big brother, the .38 DA, were forerunners to what we know today as the “modern” S&W revolver. Hundreds of thousands of both were produced and sold around the turn of the last century.
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Remington Front Sight Replacement I just joined the American Gunsmithing Association and I appreciate your offer of technical assistance. Where can I find information and diagrams to show how to remove and replace the front sight bead (not a threadedtype bead) on…
Safari Club Boosts HHP’s Conservation Efforts
The Safari Club International Foundation (SCIF) has announced that it will contribute $250,000 to the Hunting Heritage Partnership (HHP), a program of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF). The donation increases annual grant money available by 50 percent, from $500,000 to $750,000…