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Shotgun Repairs I have an Ithaca-Lewis 12 gauge hammerless side-by-side shotgun (S/N 105XXX) which dates to somewhere around 1904. I would like to clean up the inner works and possibly replace parts that might need replacement. I have scoured the Internet looking…
Creating an extended magazine for the .45-70 1895 XLR Marlin.
Volley Fire I enjoyed Brian R. Smith’s “Ishapore 2A1 Enfield Repair” (May 2020) but noted a misconception I once made. “The 2A1 rear sight was graduated to a more realistic 800 meters as opposed to the overly optimistic 2,000+ yards of the 2A…
Tru Products are designed for cleaning, lubricating, and protecting the metal of outdoor gear based on 100% synthetic oils engineered to bond to metal and create a lasting barrier of protection and lubrication for hunting and fishing equipment. Tru Products do not…
Here’s how I fixed a magazine feeding failure in an Ishapore 2A1.
Self-opening and self-locking shotgun bolting systems and their relation to the old Morse taper.
How to work on dual-caliber cylinders and conversion cylinders to improve revolvers and increase the chamberings used.
Working the MAB Model D, Type II, 7.65mm pistol.
Military bolt action rifles are decades old but can continue giving many more years of service if cared for properly. Here’s how.
Gunsmithing usually reduces trigger pull weight but there are times when an increase is called for, especially when restoring handguns.
Springfield Model 511 I have a Springfield Model 511 side-by-side shotgun with 3" 12 gauge chambers built by Savage. I would like to field strip it for a thorough cleaning but it’s unlike any other side-by-side in my experience. Upon removing the…
Info on working the Lefever Nitro Special double shotgun.
AR-15 Bolt Carrier Tilt I’ve been reading the multiple articles on AR-15 building by Joe Carlos and am still at a loss on the bolt carrier tilt issue. So, the proposed fix is to replace a nice long and smooth contact (ski)…
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.
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.
Every professional gunsmith had to answer the, “How do I get started?” question. Here is a summary of my practical strategic compendium for gunsmiths that want to go professional.
Winchester .22 Speedloader I thoroughly enjoy your magazine as there is always useful information for repair and upkeep of my own firearms and those of friends. Especially enjoyable was Ed Nutter’s “Winchester .22 Speedloader” (June 2019). Following his instructions, I found aluminum…
Tips and procedures for working with this newer Remington rifle.
The U. S. Army gauges and services weapons annually to ensure that they are fully mission capable (FMC) at any given time.
Many people ignore the first generation S&W “budget” .22 LR pistols, but those who own and shoot them tend to keep these reliable and accurate pistols. Chances are likely that you will see one.
Additional tips on everyone’s favorite Browning design.
This 1950s vintage Ithaca Model 37 Featherlight would not feed from the magazine and had a cracked buttstock. Here is how it was disassembled, assessed, and repaired.
The Weapon Logic system from Secubit is an ecosystem of preventive maintenance and inventory management for large scale firearms management. Using an artificial intelligence-based system aimed at eliminating malfunctions in crucial situations, Weapon Logic is designed to improve mission success and personnel…
Marketed as the Remington Repeating Shotgun, the Model 10 is a classic, battle-tested pump action.
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