Ruger Six-Series Revolvers
Here’s a fresh look at Ruger’s Six-Series, classic and well-made guns that still see a lot of use.
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A Gunsmith Has Gotta Have Vises
If I have a gunsmithing vice, it would be the number of vises I own. I suppose I could be accused of overkill when it comes to bench and machine vises in my workshop, however, I will explain (justify?) my reasons for…
More Smithin’ Tools
Here are some more shop-made tools that will save time and money.
Making ‘Smithing Tools
Make tools that are easily made and save your money for those things you can’t make.
Dissecting The P938
The SIG SAUER P938 is a well made 9mm in a small package, built for ruggedness and concealability. It’s a six shot, mechanically locked, short recoil operated, semi-auto, single action only pistol. We’ll start with the P938’s operating characteristics. The slide lock…
FEG P9R
While the P9R looks like a Hi-Power clone on the outside, this Hungarian-made pistol is anything but on the inside.
Working The Winchester Model 61
A good friend recently brought me his Winchester Model 61 .22 rimfire rifle with feeding issues. In addition to the mechanical problem, the stock was severely cracked at the junction of the guard assembly and had been repaired by securing a hose…
The Winchester Model 94
It can be argued that the legendary Winchester Model 94 could be John Moses Browning’s finest achievement. Having started out in 1894 with the .32-40 and .38-55 black powder cartridges, this model has come in dozens of configurations, calibers, commemorative versions, and…
Working The Venerable Ruger .44 Carbine
Ruger’s brush buster is still going strong for more than five decades.
Workshop Aids On A Budget
These shop-made helpers are easily made, often with materials (or scrap pieces) readily on hand.
A Charter/High Standard Cylinder Jig Made Easy
This shop-made jig turns a three-handed job into a 30 second snap.
Screw Removal
How to make and use your own screw jacks.
Working The Iver Johnson Defender 89
A good friend inherited his dad’s gun collection and asked me to check this little Iver Johnson revolver out and clean it up. This revolver is a five shot chambered for the .32 Rimfire cartridge. These revolvers are small and were not…
Bench Blocks 101
Bench blocks come in many shapes, sizes, and uses!
Bringing A Springfield Model 87A Back To Life
The ultimate challenge to restore a badly neglected rimfire rifle.