Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Ruger P345 Pistol
Whether it’s with or without the accessory rail, both versions of this pistol are taken down and put back together in exactly the same way.
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Identifying Walther Model 4 I recently acquired a Walther Model 4, second modification (dovetail rear sights), serial #975xx, from the family of a WWI veteran. A German-issue holster and one magazine came with the handgun. It is chambered for .32 ACP (7.65mm).…
Disassembly and Reassembly of the Smith & Wesson M&P Pistol
After an introduction to global military and police markets, this new S&W auto is now rolling out to civilian buyers. You can expect it to be popular.
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Making Revolver Cylinders I have a question that you may be able to help me with. I’ve been working on firearms since 1968, specializing in long guns and also working on handguns. I am a machinist by trade and have taken metallurgy.…
Installing and Repairing 1911-Type Grip-Screw Bushing
Whether you’re building up a new 1911 frame or repairing stripped-out grip screws, there are a few things you need to know about those tiny little bushings.
Disassembly and Reassembly of the CZ70 Semi-Automatic Pistol
Although it looks remarkably like the Walther PPK of 007 fame and shares a common ancestor, there are some significant differences in the CZ70’s takedown procedure.
Working the Colt Official Police Medium-Frame DA Revolvers
Originally developed as a military sidearm, this early double-action revolver found a home with nearly a million civilian shooters and law-enforcement professionals.
Disassembly and Reassembly of the Ruger LCP Pistol
This new entry in the concealed-carry pistol market may change a few minds about Ruger pistols.
Learning to Work on English Double Shotguns
Consumer preferences are constantly changing, producing new opportunities for the gunsmith willing to learn new skills. One such opportunity is in servicing high-end imported double shotguns.
Can You’S hould You’Re pair a Blown-Up Pistol?
Don’t compound your customer’s mistake by making an error of your own.
Working the Colt Walker Revolver
Like the Colt Patterson we discussed last month, you’re not likely to see an original Colt Walker. You are, however, likely to be asked to work on one of the Uberti replicas.
Disassembly and Reassembly Of the Zastava M88 Pistol
This recently debuted combination of proven designs is an extremely reliable and economical personal-defense pistol. Here’s the inside story.
Rebuilding the “Battered” Revolver
Even with revolvers designated as “Magnum caliber,” full-power loads eventually take their toll. And once a revolver starts to “shoot loose,” the problems can be quickly compounded.
Working the Colt Paterson Percussion Revolver
Although you may never see an original, there’s a very good chance you’ll eventually be handed a replica of Sam Colt’s very first repeating firearm. These instructions will work with either.
Slicking Up the Uberti Cowboy Revolvers
Although some are better than others in out-of-the-box condition, any of these popular price-point revolvers can be made smoother and easier to handle.
Solving Common Problems With .22 Rimfire Handguns
To a greater extent than with centerfire guns, problems with rimfire handguns are often found to be ammo-related’and usually relatively simple to repair.
Working the S&W Top-Break .38 Single Action, 2nd and 3rd Models
The .38 Single Action 2nd Model, first offered in 1877, introduced many of the features that would be applied to all subsequent Smith & Wesson top-break models.
Working the S&W .32 Double-Action Top-Break Models
The .32 DA and its big brother, the .38 DA, were forerunners to what we know today as the “modern” S&W revolver. Hundreds of thousands of both were produced and sold around the turn of the last century.
“Slicking Up” the Smith & Wess Third Generation Pistols
Although not as “gunsmith friendly” as the M1911, the popular S&W pistols can benefit from some of the same smoothing techniques and some similar aftermarket parts.
Working the S&W Top-Break .38 Single Action 1st Model
Also known as the “Baby Russian” because of its resemblance to the .44-caliber Smith & Wesson New Model Russian, this medium-frame revolver was the first chambered for the revered .38 S&W cartridge.
Finish-Crowning the Rifle Barrel
The “major” recessed or concave barrel crown is only the beginning of the job. For good accuracy, the rifle or pistol barrel also requires “finish” crowning as a necessary part of the overall muzzle finish.
Solving Problems with .22-Caliber Conversion Units
Owners of M1911 pistols seem to encounter problems frequently with .22- cal conversion kits. Here’s what you need to know to come to the rescue.
Working the S&W Top Break .32 Single Action Model 1-1/2
With almost 100,000 manufactured just prior to the beginning of the 20th century, the Model 1-1/2 was the first of many small Smith &Wesson five-shot revolvers.
Disassembly and Reassembly of Taurus’ “The Judge” Revolver
This new Taurus wheelgun could be the best dual-purpose personal-defense/varminter ever created. It’s certain to be popular with subscribers to the “bigger is better” theory.