Videos tagged with Barrel Work

This video demonstrates the process of creating a muzzle crown using an 11-degree Manson Reber crowning tool. The instructor explains that the goal is to create a concavity around the bore to protect the crown from damage, especially if the firearm is dropped on its muzzle. The process involves making several passes with the tool until the desired dished effect is achieved.

This video demonstrates the process of cutting a flat muzzle crown using a Manson crown cutter. It details the application of cutting oil, the use of an arbor and wrench, and the technique for applying steady pressure while rotating the cutter. The instructor emphasizes feeling the cut and periodically checking progress to achieve a smooth, flat surface perpendicular to the bore, noting that the process takes approximately 10 minutes.

This YouTube video, titled 'Reverse Crowning', showcases a flush cut reverse crowning technique on a firearm. The description highlights the craftsmanship and manufacturing involved, with hashtags suggesting themes of luxury and the shooting community. The content appears to be focused on a specific gunsmithing or firearm modification process, demonstrating precision work.

This video provides an in-depth look at the AK rifle building and modification process at SOF Defense in Phoenix, Arizona. It details the shop's workflow, from receiving customer kits to complex conversions like fixed stock to side folder transformations and custom barrel work. The owner emphasizes organization, quality craftsmanship, and the passion involved in building high-performance AK platforms, particularly for competitive shooting.

This YouTube video, titled 'Shop Shorts: Cutting Revolver Barrels,' focuses on a gunsmithing process. Based solely on the title, the content likely demonstrates or discusses the modification of revolver barrels, a technique relevant to firearm customization and gunsmithing. Viewers can expect insights into the practical aspects of altering firearm components.

This advanced guide details the comprehensive refurbishment and customization of a Remington 1100 shotgun into a 'Pig Stick' for boar hunting. The process involves extensive repair and modification of both wooden and metal components, including reinforcing a cracked stock, staking a shell latch, tuning the gas system, and installing custom accessories like a cantilevered scope mount and a Cuts compensator. The video also covers refinishing the stock with custom checkering and a unique oil finish, demonstrating advanced gunsmithing techniques for a challenging build.

This guide details the process of pinning an AR-15 gas block using the BRD Engineering Gas Block Pinning Jig. Expert instruction from Jake Carlson covers the necessary tools, drilling techniques, taper reaming, and final pin installation. The video emphasizes precision and the manageability of the task with basic tools for DIY gunsmiths.

This guide details the complex process of reboring a Winchester 1885 Low Wall rifle from .32 Rimfire to .357 Magnum, addressing a pitted bore. Expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates disassembly, barrel removal, specialized reboring at Delta Gun Shop, chambering, crowning, action conversion, and final marking/finishing. The process highlights advanced machining techniques and specialized tools required for such a conversion.

This guide details the professional installation of New England Custom Guns Express Style Iron Sights on a dangerous game rifle, as demonstrated by expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield. The process involves precise fitting, advanced soldering techniques, drilling, tapping, and barrel machining using specialized tools. This modification is ideal for improving sight visibility in challenging hunting conditions where scopes may be less effective.

This guide details the process of opening fixed chokes on a Parker Shotgun, as demonstrated by expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield. The procedure involves using specialized reamers and custom bushings to precisely reduce muzzle constriction, allowing for more open choke patterns suitable for specific shooting applications. Proper lubrication and manual control are emphasized for a safe and effective outcome.

Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA demonstrates the technique of draw filing an octagon barrel. This essential metal preparation step involves using a single-cut lathe file, chalked to prevent sticking, to remove machine marks and scratches. The process requires careful, level strokes with slight downward pressure, moving the file incrementally with each pass. Protecting threads with masking tape and dovetails with inserts is also advised. Draw filing is presented as a foundational, albeit labor-intensive, stage before polishing.

This guide details the precise process of cutting a dovetail slot for a rifle sight using a milling machine, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA. It emphasizes meticulous setup, including ensuring the barrel is perfectly level, and outlines the multi-pass machining technique required for a clean and accurate fit. The guide concludes with the proper method for installing the front sight.