Videos tagged with Arsenal Rebuild

This entry details the rare Estonian M1935 Mosin-Nagant rifle, a significant modernization of the Russian M91. It covers the historical context of Estonia's small arms needs post-independence, the specific improvements made to the M91 platform including a shortened barrel, improved sights, and a two-stage trigger, and its limited production numbers. The information is presented with high authority by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, highlighting the rifle's unique features and historical rarity.

This video debunks the myth of the M1 Garand's exceptional accuracy by comparing historical military specifications with modern expectations. It highlights that while not a sub-MOA rifle by today's standards, the M1 Garand met its intended military role, with official standards allowing for over 5 MOA for newly produced rifles and even higher for arsenal rebuilds. The presenter, an experienced M1 owner, emphasizes realistic expectations based on primary source documents.

This guide details the process of Parkerizing and restoring a Colt 1911, drawing on the expertise of Mark Novak. It covers complete disassembly, surface preparation via bead blasting, the chemical Parkerizing process using Brownells Zinc Phosphate solution, post-treatment, lubrication with Freedom Lube and Lucas Oil, and reassembly. The video emphasizes the importance of meticulous cleaning and preparation for a durable and historically accurate finish, suitable for a high-quality shooter grade firearm.