Making Springs
A how to on making V-springs in your shop.
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History
Modern Custom Revolver
When it comes to revolver fit, the tolerance and accuracy found in modern guns are the best ever. I won’t argue that some classic revolvers are examples of the gunmakers’ art to be admired. Just the same, for hard use there are…
Baikal IZh-35M
built conventional competition pistol.
Broomhandle Mauser Repair
A clean sweep! A how-to on repairing, restoring, and refinishing a Broomhandle Mauser.
Rifles for Less Permissive Places
Modern manual repeaters and accessories can offer the same sort of modularity commonly found in self loaders. Here are some options for those unfortunate enough to reside in restricted areas.
Reader Forum
Stevens Model 94B I am new subscriber and want to thank you for Learn Gunsmithing, The Troubleshooting Method included with my subscription. I need advice on my Stevens Model 94B 20 gauge. As to its history, I bought it from a friend…
Airgun ‘Smithing
Here are the top tools that experts use to maintain spring-powered airguns.
Springfield Armory SA-35
Springfield Armory’s modern take on the classic Browning High Power design.
The History of SATPCO
Thomas G. Samworth and his Small Arms Technical Publishing Co. produced classic gunsmithing titles from 1928 through 1950 and single handedly created the firearms technical literature genre.
Metalworking History
A brief overview of the history of metalworking and machining.
Dating Remington Firearms
Remington Arms has a unique and thorough coding system for dating and identifying their firearms. Here’s how to decipher it.
Arma Lite History
For nearly seven decades, the original maker of Eugene Stoner’s famed rifle remains among the best gun manufacturers.
Iver Johnson 1911A1 Carbine
I have written a number of books on the 1911 and it is by far my favorite handgun. I know how to use and maintain a 1911 and any problem I run across is like an old friend in anew dress. On…
Smith & Wesson History
A history and overview of Smith & Wesson revolvers and their different generations.
Mauser HSc
Firearms history wouldn’t be complete without the introduction of the German manufactured HSc pistol during World War II, after development of a blowback-designed pistol dating back to 1934 at Mauser Obendorf in Neckar, Germany. Research shows that Mauser began actual production of…
New Eyes for an Old Woodsman
Upgrading an old iron sight pistol with modern reflex sights.
Accurizing Savage Model 112s
Selection of a non-custom rifle for serious target shooting can be a most difficult choice as inherent quality must be there or all may be for naught. Savage Model 112 rifles challenge the best of them.
Ordorica Covers Colts
What can one say about gunsmithing the Colt Single Action Army? Probably “Don’t do it!” would be appropriate these days. Early in the 20th century it was common for gunsmiths to mess with them, and a lot of them were messed with,…
Remington 1100 Repair
This 1960s-vintage 28 gauge shotgun had been partially disassembled, the action was locked up, and the feed latch needed to be re-staked. Here is how it was repaired.
Ruger 10/22 Accuracy Upgrade
The Ruger 10/22 rifle has a large variety of aftermarket parts available to improve its performance. This is what I did to improve the accuracy for rimfire competition.
M94 Winchester Vintage Peep Sight
When asked if I could install a cusomter’s older Redfield micrometer adjustable peep sight on his top eject Model 94 .30-30 WCF rifle, my answer was right there—Yup! Darn good choice.
RBL Shotgun Trigger Conversion
A double trigger shotgun can be converted into a single trigger even at a small shop. Here’s how it’s done.
Rechambering .222 Remington to .224 Valkyrie
Rechambering a Model 700 Remington action from .222 Remington to .224 Valkyrie entails going to a shorter and larger diameter cartridge. We’ll accomplish this by enlarging the chamber and utilizing the existing barrel threads while not giving up much barrel length.
Century Arms JW-2000
The Century Arms JW-2000 Coach Shotgun is a side-by-side double barrel with external hammers and an Old West look and feel. Here’s how to improve it.