Videos tagged with Ballard Rifle

This video details the complex process of fabricating a new mainspring for a vintage Marlin Ballard No. 2 Sporting Rifle. It covers diagnosing misfires caused by a weak spring, disassembling the breech block, and precisely shaping new spring stock from annealed steel. The process includes critical heat treatment steps of hardening and tempering to achieve the correct spring properties and a blue finish, along with safety repairs like deepening the half-cock notch and muzzle recrowning.

This video delves into the rich history of American single-shot cartridge rifles, highlighting iconic models like the Sharps, Ballard, Springfield 'Trapdoor', Remington Rolling Block, Stevens, and Winchester 1885. Larry Potterfield provides detailed insights into their evolution, mechanical designs, and historical significance, showcasing their transition from early cartridge designs to robust firearms known for accuracy and durability. The presentation includes visual demonstrations of these historical firearms in action.