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July 2022
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8 articles · 29 pages
Page 5
Bantam CNC Tools
Bantam Tools builds desktop computer numerical control machines with professional reliability and precision. These machines are easy to set up and ready to use right out of the box. The Bantam Tools base machine is a three-axis desktop…
Pages 6–10
Springfield Armory M1A Maintenance
Here’s how to disassemble and service the action and gas system of the M1A rifle.
Pages 11–12
Mini Bench Mill for Gunsmithing
A large floor mill is nice but not necessary for many gunsmithing projects. Here’s how I make optimum use of a bench top machine.
Pages 13–14
The 45 Mauser Mystery
Addressing the issues I found when using an adapter to convert a Mauser 98 to 45 ACP.
Pages 15–17
Mossberg 42M Restoration
The restoration of an iconic World War Two training rifle took some skill and a little research. Here’s how I refurbished a Mossberg 42M.
Pages 18–19
Gun Part Sources
Some useful sources for gun parts and gunsmithing tools.
Pages 20–25
Muzzle Attachments
From humble beginnings, here is a history of muzzle attachments for the AR-15 and other firearms.
Pages 26–27
Reader Forum
Ghost Gun Misunderstanding Polymer80, Inc. was villainized by an NBC News article as a maker of so-called “ghost guns”. “Nevada-based Polymer80 is one of the largest manufacturers of do-ityourself ghost gun kits in the country. But that success…
In This Collection
- Bantam CNC Tools p. 2
- Springfield Armory M1A Maintenance pp. 3-7
- Mini Bench Mill for Gunsmithing pp. 8-9
- The 45 Mauser Mystery pp. 10-11
- Mossberg 42M Restoration pp. 12-14
- Gun Part Sources pp. 15-16
- Muzzle Attachments pp. 17-22
- Reader Forum pp. 23-24
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