Lee-Enfield Rifles
Tips, myths, and common problems of a British classic.
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Beretta 92
A historic, issue handgun for decades, here’s how to work the Beretta 92.
Pins And Screws
and machines together.
Aftermarket Pistol Barrels
Using and fitting aftermarket barrels for pistol projects.
New AR-15 Triggers
An overview of good trigger action, how the AR-15 does it, and how it can be improved.
Changing And Regulating Glock Sights
How to modify and set up sights for this popular service pistol.
M1 Carbine
An overview of the iconic United States military issue Personal Defense Weapon of World War Two.
The Distressed Finish
When a customer wants a gun refinished, they usually want it brought to a bright, new luster as a general rule. However, some shooters, particularly cowboy action shooters, want a distressed or “battleworn” finish. The end result of such a finish when…
Ruger SR1911R Upgrade
Working Ruger’s take on a Browning classic.
Working Inexpensive 1911s
1911 parts compatibility is sometimes an issue. Here’s what I’ve found about parts interchangeability and reliability working with 1911s from Armscor/Rock Island, High Standard, and Cimarron.
Gunsmithing The Tokarev TT-33
The Russian Tokarev TT-33 doesn’t get its fair share of respect among service pistols. Here’s how to work on them.
Kart Barrels
Installing a quality aftermarket barrel in 1911 handguns. Kart’s EZ Fit can help save time.
Fixing The AK
Working on and improving a Century Arms Kalashnikov-type 5.56mm rifle. Here’s how to fix common AK problems.
New Model 1911 Trigger Jobs
Colt’s new Model Series 70 and the Series 80 feature a firing pin block/ drop safety. Here’s how to perform a trigger job on them.
New 1911 Grip Screws
A new and much needed improvement of grip screw bushings for 1911s.
Working Winchester 1892 Rifles
John Browning’s smaller version of the M1886 and M1873 replacement for pistol-caliber cartridges remains popular today.
Revolver Repair
Important and common things to check when working on revolvers.
Working .22 Rifles
Providing good service for small, common repair jobs can help build your gunsmith business.
Correct Handgun Sight Adjustment
The variety of sights used on handguns can warrant gunsmith attention for this seemingly-simple task.
Colt New Service
issue but you’ll probably still see them on your bench.
Headspace And Gauges
An understanding of headspace and gauges is critical to gunsmithing.
Smith & Wesson Victory Model
The Smith & Wesson Victory Model is a fine classic with two critical considerations. Here’s what to look for.
Stuck Live Rounds
How to deal with live rounds stuck in the chamber.
Glock Custom Barrels
Fitting aftermarket barrels in popular service pistols.