H&R Model 402
A unique design shotgun that had a very short production run, here’s how to work the Harrington & Richardson Model 402.
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Stevens Model 301
A break-action shotgun designed to take advantage of new Tungsten Super Shot turkey loads.
Scope Mounting for Accuracy
A well-mounted optic maximizes precision potential of the scope and the firearm it’s mounted to. Here’s how to do it right.
Improving The Walther P22
Walther released this rimfire pistol in 2002 and it’s been in continuous production since. Here’s how to work on and improve the P22.
Bolt Action Shotgun Conversion
Converting an old Ranger bolt action shotgun into a single shot brought new life into a customer’s gun show bargain.
Springfield XD
Maintenance and improvement of the Springfield XD 9/40, including installing the Powder River Precision spring kit.
SCCY Handguns
An overview of the SCCY CPX1 and CPX2.
Phoenix Handguns
The inexpensive Phoenix Arms HP22A and HP25A are .22 LR and .25 ACP pistols with similar characteristics.
Cobra Pistols
auto pistols and derringers.
Jimenez Handguns
Purchases of inexpensive firearms will continue for as long as there are non-wealthy gun owners. Such guns will probably need service eventually if the owner wants to keep it running. I’ve had a variety of Jimenez handguns in my shop and this…
Chiappa Rimfires
Chiappa Rim ires Take down and reassembly of two Chiappa .22 handguns.
Maintaining The Ruger GP100
The design of this revolver makes it probably one of the strongest medium frame revolvers ever made.
Maintaining The Browning X-Bolt
The predecessor of the A-Bolt has a three stage trigger that is very similar to the Winchester Model 70.
Working The Ruger P89
A tough, rugged and reliable gun, although blocky in appearance, it is very serviceable.
Working The Beretta 92FS
The ‘F’ indicates US military testing and the ‘S’ is for the enlarged hammer pin to keep the slide from flying off if it cracks.
Working The Stevens 39A
A customer brought in a Western Field SD14A that was firing when the bolt closed. I first looked in the Numrich Gun Parts Brand Cross Reference guide and did not find it listed. It wasn’t listed in Jack First Gun Parts Reference…
Maintaining The Charles Daly Field Grade .22LR
How to tear down, clean and put back together a Charles Daly Field Grade .22LR/Armscor M14P.
Winchester Model 490 Disassembly and Assembly Procedures
How to tear down, clean and assemble a Winchester Model 490 rifle.