.223 Versus 5.56
While these cartridges seem to be the same, there is a difference and it matters.
Topic
Rifles
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.
Remington 783
Tips and procedures for working with this newer Remington rifle.
Savage 10 BA Stealth Precision Rifle
This rifle in 6.5 Creedmoor delivers 0.5 MOA or better accuracy without breaking the bank. I made a simple modification to help me shoot it better.
Keeping Garands Running
How to keep America’s classic battle rifle running well.
Hogue Over Molded Stock
A hard look at Hogue’s rifle stocks molded from durable synthetic rubber. Are they a viable improvement?
Reader Forum
Special Considerations The Hogue Over Molded stock is available for Ruger 10/22 heavy barrel rifles. Since the barrel is so heavy it will benefit from pressure bedding. Hogue offers the Over Molded 10/22 stock with two contact areas that accomplish this. The…
Rifle Grouping Problems, Perplexing Solution
Sometimes solving an isolated shooting problem with our rifles will demand all the study and analysis we can put into it.
Choate Modular Stock
Choate Machine and Tool, a manufacturer and OEM supplier of rifle stocks, shotgun magazine extensions, and firearms accessories, is offering their Choate Modular Stock (C. Mod) chassis system. As a modular design, the C. Mod allows the user to change the forend…
.224 Valkyrie
While my initial tests with 90 grain bullets had some problems, improved performance with this cartridge may be fixable.
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.
Loading Ramp Bedding Pillar Combo Installation
Here’s how the Model 700 Remington rifle, converted to single shot with a special loading ramp and serving as a dual-purpose bedding pillar with added central action screw, shoots with the best of them.
The Beretta Olimpia, Part Two
Disassembly, parts breakdown, and schematic of Beretta’s “semi-auto bolt action” rifle and carbine.
Master Piece Arms
Master Piece Arms was named the of the Official Chassis of the 2019 Precision Rifle Series season, marking the third consecutive year the company earned the distinction. MPA Chassis are machined from 6061 aluminum, have a V-bedding system, adjustable cheek piece and…
The Beretta Olimpia, Part One
While scarce before 2016, recent imports of this .22 trainer has raised interest in this unique “semi-auto bolt action” rifle and carbine.
Winchester .22 Speedloader
Suitable for Winchester 190, 290, and Sears Roebuck & Co. Ted Williams 3T/3T-A tube-fed .22 rifles, this speedloader makes loading them faster and easier.
Doug Koenig on Gunsmithing
A skilled gunsmith can customize any gun for improved performance but it takes first hand, higher-level shooting experience to fully appreciate what those customizations need to be. Here’s a champion shooter’s view on the craft.
Hunting Tactical
Rifles can be improved by replacing the stock. Here’s how I repurposed a Marlin 60 rifle.
Rossi M37 Revolver
A take on the classic snubnose revolvers popular for concealment for years, here’s how to conduct disassembly and troubleshooting on the Rossi M37.
Reader Forum
Henry Long Ranger Bolt Removal I am looking for information on removing the bolt from the Henry Long Ranger so as to avoid cleaning from the muzzle end. I’m familiar with Henry’s other rifles but this model is different and more resembles…
.22 Nosler
are the pros and cons of this new cartridge.
The Weatherby Mark V Switch Barrel
The adaptability of a switch-barrel rifle can serve a shooter’s needs in many ways and for less cost than having a rifle for each chambering.
Reader Forum
Restoration Info I have a Model 67-H Springfield pump shotgun in 12 gauge brought to me in pieces and I need assembly instructions. Also, I’m looking for a supply of .228 barrels for restoring several .22 Savage Hi-Power (5.6x52mm R) rifles. Numrich…
The Kel-Tec RDB
Lightweight, compact, and innovative, Kel-Tec brings another entry to the bullpup firearm market, offering true ambidextrous handling.