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April 2018
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8 articles · 29 pages
Page 5
DEFCON 4SD
Operating gunsmiths interested in maintaining profitable shops are wise to keep an eye on emerging trends. Conversations with several gunsmiths recently revealed that some of the most profitable, ongoing work for them includes AR-15 builds (no surprise there),…
Pages 6–8
The “Untouched” Martini- Henry, Part Two
A cautionary tale of restoring a classic single-shot battle rifle. Here’s how I restored the metalwork.
Pages 9–13
Making Odd Ones Shoot
The best gunsmithing effort won’t return a completed project to shooting status until ammunition is arranged. Here’s an approach to loading unusual or unavailable cartridges.
Pages 14–16
Finding Information
Though it doesn’t have everything, the Internet has a vast amount of information, ready to read. Here are resources ideal for gunsmiths.
Pages 17–18
Handgun Grip Reconstruction
When shooting some heavy recoiling handguns, grip changes can make shooting more tolerable, effective, and with less felt kick.
Pages 19–23
The Mauser C96
The “Mauser Military Pistol” is a triumph of the Industrial Revolution and set the stage for modern handguns.
Pages 24–26
New For 2018
A selection of new tools and parts for gunsmiths.
Page 27
Reader Forum
M1 Carbine I noticed several letters in recent Reader Forums regarding the M1 Carbine. One answer mentions the Carbine being made by Singer and International Harvester, however, neither was involved. International made M1 rifles during Korea and Singer…
In This Collection
- DEFCON 4SD p. 2
- The “Untouched” Martini- Henry, Part Two pp. 3-5
- Making Odd Ones Shoot pp. 6-10
- Finding Information pp. 11-13
- Handgun Grip Reconstruction pp. 14-15
- The Mauser C96 pp. 16-20
- New For 2018 pp. 21-23
- Reader Forum p. 24
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