Recoil Pads For Synthetic Stocks
Installing recoil pads on synthetic stocks instead of wood.
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Convincing 1911 Pistols To Function
Despite the modern trend to highly reliable and well designed 1911 type handguns, we still see the occasional problem in feed reliability. Some of the problem comes with the current crop of foreign produced budget pistols. They are minimal handguns at best…
Remington 700 Triggers
Trigger adjustment, improvement, and safety checks for a classic rifle.
The GSG 1911 .22
Working a great rimfire 1911 clone.
The Snub Nose .38
Working for gun shops sometimes requires patience. When a firearm finds its way from their shop to yours it’s because a mistake was made in the “kicking the tires” process. It needs to be fixed and they want it done cheap! A…
Choosing And Fitting Triggers
Considered by many to be the most important feature of a firearm, a quality trigger is critical.
Checking Out Revolvers
Maintenance tips for wheel guns.
The Gunsmith As Furniture Repairman
Gunsmiths are machinists and metalworkers also working with firearms, sort of like furniture composed of metal and wood.
Aftermarket Drop-In Parts
“Drop-in part” doesn’t always mean “drop in to your gunsmith’s shop with your parts” and can be used for custom work without machining and only minimal fitting.
1911 Firing Pin Stops And Safeties
Recently I ran across a problem that hadn’t come into the shop in some time. A customer brought in a Philippine-produced 1911 with a firing pin stop that had fallen, ditching the firing pin and spring. This was a problem that must…
Ammunition And Headspace
For proper function, ammunition has to fit as well as any other part.
Fixing The Commodore
Compact handguns, especially Commander-length 1911 handguns, can be ideal for many carry applications. Here’s how to work on one from the Philippines.
Seeing The Sights
Handgun sight installation and repair can be a great part of any gunsmith’s business.
The Ruger LCP
Common problems with Ruger’s Lightweight Compact Pistol and getting it up and running.
Glock Pistol Trouble Points
Glocks are dirt reliable but sometimes need our help. These remedies and safety checks will keep them running.
Inexpensive 1911 Safety Upgrades
Even the cheaper 1911s can be made more reliable with these upgrades.
Damaged Screw Heads
Few things make an otherwise good gun look shabby more than buggered screw heads. Here’s how to address them.
Convincing 1911 Pistols To Feed And Function
Despite the modern trend to highly reliable and well designed 1911-type handguns, we still see the occasional problem in feed reliability. Some of the problem comes with the current crop of foreign-produced budget pistols. They are minimal, but everyone has to start…
Working The Beretta 92
The work horse handgun of the Department of Defense and winning choice of Production Division competition champions, here’s how to maintain the Beretta 92.
Working Box Magazines
Critical for function, here’s how to keep magazines in peak condition.
Ruger 10/22 Tips
Hugely popular and for good reason, it seems every gun owner has Ruger’s iconic self-loading rimfire rifle. Here’s how to work them.
Colt Gold Cup
Browning’s 1911 has been around a long time and plenty of references are available, as well as misinformation and misinterpretation. This is especially true with the Colt Gold Cup.
Choosing And Fitting Custom Grip Panels
More than simply a handle, stocks and grips can add function, good looks and personality to your project.
Revolvers And Springs
Shortcuts don’t work in shooting or gunsmithing. Learning good revolver action work yields better results than trying to drop in a quick fix.