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Chick Blood
159 indexed articles · 2003–2017
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Articles by Chick Blood
Disassembly and Troubleshooting of the Browning .22 Automatic
First made by FN in 1914 and later by Remington, the .22 Automatic remains a classic in Browning’s line of rimfire rifles.
Taking Down the Sauer Model 202 Rifle
If you go too far with the disassembly of this rifle, you’re asking for trouble.
Revisiting the Walther PPK
It’s been over a decade since we last looked at 007s pet pistol. Here’s how to take down and reassemble the Walther and its clones.
Disassembly/Reassembly Of the Whitney Wolverine
Olympic Arms has brought back what was once a futuristic design that died too young.
Applying Custom Camouflage Finishes with Dura Coat
With the Dura Coat system, there’s no longer any reason why you can’t offer in-house custom camouflage finishes.
Working the Browning Lever-Action BL-17
The V-Max strikes again! Here’s how to take down, reassemble, and troubleshoot the sweet little BL-17 and its cousin the BL-22.
Dampening Barrel Vibration For Improved Accuracy
Only minor gunsmithing is required—namely, removal of the front sight—to install the Limb Saver Barrel De-Resonator. And a simple test shows that it does work.
Reducing Thor to Mortal Proportions
Named after the mythical Norse god, EAA’s Thor is capable of bringing down the largest game and shows great promise as a silhouette shooter.
The Anatomy of the Savage Model 24
After making its de but over 50 years ago the Model 24 has be come far more than just a lost hiker’s best friend.
Meet the Ruger Mark III: A Guide to Disassembly and Reassembly
Don’t make the mistake of assuming it takes down and goes together like the Mark I and Mark II. The new Mark III is a decidedly different animal.
Target Triggers: Delivering Top Work for Top-Notch Shooters
The smoothest target trigger requires lots of stoning and honing, and just when you think you’re nearly finished you’ve only just begun.
Disassembly and Reassembly of the Winchester 1892 Takedown Rifle
Though the mighty Model 1886 was highly successful, the smallercaliber Model 92 became equally popular and is still going strong.
Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Sigarms P210-6
A variation of the classic Browning design with some significant im provements, this Sig is considered to be the finest production pistol ever made—and its performance lends support to that reputation.
Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Beretta CX4 Storm
This politically correct carbine has found a home with more than a few po lice departments, and is becoming popular for home defense.
Profile of the Kimber Custom II, Part 2
This M1911 clone raised a rifle company from the ashes, and went on to be come one of the most popular and highly regarded pistols on the market today.
Profile of the Kimber Custom II, Part 1
This M1911 clone raised a rifle company from the ashes, and went on to be come one of the most popular and highly regarded pistols on the market today.
Avoiding Mistakes With the Marlin Model 60
There’s one way to disassemble and reassemble this nifty little .22, and— despite what your customers may have heard—no practical way to change its caliber from .22 LR to .17 MK2.
Smoothing the Browning Hi-Power
When you get involved with the Hi-Power, you’ll begin to understand why most gunsmiths think of it as one of the toughest pistols to upgrade.
Servicing the Remington M504 Bolt-Action Rimfire Rifle
In addition to detailed disassembly/reassembly instruction for the Model 504, this report covers parts interchangeability, along with headspace and trigger-pull adjustments.
Profile of the Daewoo DP51
Designed by borrowing a little from S&W, CZ, and John Browning, among others, the DP51 offers a triggerpull option that’s uniquely its own.
Working the Para-Ordnance LDA Carry Companion, Part 2
Last month we cov ered the disassembly. In this issue, we’ll reassemble the LDA and troubleshoot it.
Understanding the Savage Accu Trigger
At first glance it might seem similar, but any resemblance between the Accu Trigger and the Glock’s Safe Action trigger is purely superficial.
Working the Para-Ordnance LDA Carry Companion, Part 1
In this issue, we’ll explain how the LDA functions and how to disassemble it. Then next month, we cover detailed reassembly and troubleshooting.
Why Doesn’t This 12-Gauge Kick Like a 12-Gauge?
Our field testing shows the Knoxx Comp Stock system is capable of reducing actual recoil.