Videos tagged with Barrel Liner

This guide details the unique bolt and extractor mechanism of the Finnish Pienoiskivääri m/91 .22 trainer. It explains how the modified bolt rail and sliding extractor work together to manually extract spent .22 rimfire casings from the action. Expert Ian McCollum highlights this modification as a key feature for the rifle's function.

This guide details the process of building a custom 25 ACP barrel for a Thompson Center Contender. It involves using a specialized Lothar Walther barrel blank, precise drilling with an aircraft drill, chambering with a 25 ACP reamer, and finishing with muzzle crowning. The project aims to create a unique, scoped 25 ACP Contender, potentially exceeding the length of existing custom barrels.

This video provides an expert-level overview of the rare Webley WS Target revolver in .22 Long Rifle, presented by Ian McCollum. It details the model's history, its relation to the WG and Mark IV models, specific variants, unique mechanical features like the stepped cylinder and barrel liner, and markings for identification. The presentation highlights the firearm's historical significance and rarity, particularly its use by military training institutions.

This guide details the complex gunsmithing process to convert a 1906 Luger into a single-shot .22 LR target pistol, as demonstrated by Axel Peterson's work. It involves significant modification of the action, including replacing the toggle system with a 1911 hammer and a custom trigger mechanism, and adapting the barrel for a break-action loading system. The conversion also includes installing a barrel liner and target sights. The expertise of Ian McCollum, a recognized firearms historian, is evident in the detailed explanation of these intricate modifications.

This video from Brownells details the use of .22 caliber rimfire barrel liners manufactured by Redmond's Rifling and Rebaring. These liners are designed to restore accuracy to worn barrels, often exceeding original performance. They are made from chrome moly seamless drawn tubing and feature button rifling with ultra-smooth finishes. The liners are available in two lengths and are intended to be trimmed to fit, with installation options including soldering or modern bonding agents. An accompanying instruction booklet provides detailed guidance.