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August 2009
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7 articles · 31 pages
Page 5
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…
Pages 6–11
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.
Pages 12–13
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.
Pages 14–17
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.
Pages 18–22
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.”
Pages 23–24
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.
Pages 25–29
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…
In This Collection
- Sales Boom Has Gun and Ammo Makers at Full Capacity p. 2
- Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Ruger LCR Revolver pp. 3-7, 13
- Modifying the Hammer/Sear Jig For Function Testing pp. 8-9
- The M1 Garand: A Troubleshooting Checklist pp. 10-13
- Firearm Finishing Methods: A to Z pp. 14-18
- Making and Installing Decorative Metal Overlays pp. 20-21
- Reader Forum pp. 22-24
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