Videos tagged with Barrel Crown

This comprehensive guide compares the new (2020+) Colt Python revolvers with older models, detailing changes in front sight attachment, barrel crown, vent ribs, trigger face, side plate design, hammer shape, safety mechanisms (hammer block vs. transfer bar), cylinder star cut, cylinder lock button, firing pin design, cylinder stop, metallurgy, top strap thickness, mainspring shape, and rebound lever attachment. The expert concludes that while some aesthetic preferences may vary, the new Pythons are mechanically as good as, if not slightly better than, the older models due to advancements in materials and manufacturing.

This video provides an expert overview of a customized Tisas 1911A1 Service Special, dubbed a 'resto-mod' project. The customization includes a 45-degree barrel crown, upgraded sights (Yost gold line front, Harrison GI Mil-Spec rear), a Wilson Combat safety, custom grip faceting, and a Midnight Blue Cerakote finish. The speaker, identified as a professional gunsmith, details the technical aspects of these modifications, highlighting their impact on both aesthetics and performance.

This video demonstrates the use of the Manson Precision Reamers Muzzle Crown Refacing Toolkit. The instructor emphasizes the significant impact a proper muzzle crown has on firearm accuracy, citing personal testing with revolvers and rifles. The kit includes various carbide cutters and caliber-specific guides to facilitate the refacing process.

This video details custom modifications performed on a CZ 75 SP-01. Key upgrades include a crowned barrel, Dawson front sights for RMR co-witnessing, a single-stage trigger with a short reset, and an enhanced spring from Cajun Gun Works. The presenter also notes custom grips and a red dot cut, highlighting the overall build quality and performance enhancements.

This review of the Live Free Armory Falcon 9X highlights its status as an American-made Glock clone, emphasizing its compatibility with most Gen 5 Glock components. The reviewer details its features, including an improved grip angle, ambidextrous controls, a refined trigger with a 4.5-5 lb pull, and a 416R stainless steel slide and barrel with a nitride finish. Despite an initial out-of-spec barrel issue, the firearm demonstrated reliability after service, offering a compelling value proposition at its price point.

This short video highlights the wear on a Glock 34 Gen 5 after 30,000 rounds, focusing on the grip's texture and the durability of the DLC finish on the slide and barrel. The instructor emphasizes the minimal wear on the barrel crown, attributing it to proper lubrication techniques, likening it to essential car maintenance for longevity.

This video, presented by Ian McCollum, an expert in firearms history and regulation, details how companies have historically circumvented US firearm import laws, specifically focusing on the Taurus 856 revolver. McCollum explains the 'sporting purpose' clause of the 1968 Gun Control Act and how the IRS, before the ATF's creation, used barrel length restrictions to target 'Saturday Night Specials.' The video highlights a specific loophole where Taurus imported revolvers with 3-inch barrels and then domestically modified them to 2-inch barrels, with evidence of this process visible on the barrel crown. This expert analysis provides deep insight into the regulatory landscape and manufacturing workarounds in the firearms industry.

This video explains the process and purpose of counterboring surplus rifle barrels, particularly common on Mosin Nagant rifles. Counterboring involves drilling out the damaged muzzle end of a barrel to create a new, clean crown, which significantly improves accuracy by ensuring a consistent bullet exit. The instructor demonstrates how to identify a counterbored barrel and explains why damaged crowns negatively impact shooting performance.

This video details a custom CZ 75 P-01 build featuring a Tungsten Cerakote finish and Cajun Gun Works internals. Key modifications include a custom bushing with an 11-degree crown, rail deletion for improved aesthetics, and a Holosun 507K optic with Dawson Precision co-witness sights. The Cajun Gun Works pro package enhances the trigger with a flatter profile and improved reset.

This video reviews the Ruger Wrangler with a 7.5-inch barrel, comparing its mechanics to the Colt Single Action Army and Heritage Rough Rider. The presenter discusses the free-spinning cylinder, the lack of a half-cock notch, and the transfer bar safety system. Shooting impressions indicate the firearm tends to shoot low at approximately 26-27 yards, with improved accuracy when moving closer to 18 yards and aiming higher.

This video details the custom modifications made to an Argentinian contract FM Hi-Power, focusing on enhancing its suitability as a carry gun. Key upgrades include a Harrison gold bead front sight, custom stippling on the rear sight, VZ Grips, and a two-stage trigger with a Garth weight profile. The presenter highlights unique features of this specific FM Hi-Power model, such as its slide profile and scalloped slide release.

This guide, presented by Chad Albrecht of School of the American Rifle, details the proper technique for using bore snakes on an AR-15 to prevent damage. It emphasizes inspecting bore snakes for wear, replacing them regularly, and pulling them straight through the barrel to avoid damaging the crown, which can degrade accuracy. The expert instructor highlights common issues seen in older rifles due to improper cleaning techniques.