Videos tagged with Bolt Handle

This review of the Berdan II rifle highlights its bolt action system with a 45-degree bolt throw and a notably tiny bolt handle. The speaker, demonstrating expert knowledge, points out the extremely heavy trigger and a significant issue with the action becoming sticky after only a few shots. The Berdan II's bolt handle is deemed the least useful among comparable rifles, and its trigger is considered the worst.

This video offers an inside look at the Ruger Mayodan plant, detailing the manufacturing process for the receiver and bolt handle of the new Ruger American Gen2 Rifle. Originally broadcast as part of #GalleryofGunsLIVE, it provides a manufacturing perspective on a popular firearm model, highlighting the production steps involved in creating key components.

The Belgian Mauser 1889/16 is a carbine variant of the 1889 rifle, weighing 8.3 lbs and measuring 41.1 inches. It features a smooth cock-on-close action, a turned-down bolt handle for faster operation, and retains the original flag safety and barrel jacket. Key differences include a double-loop barrel band and a smaller tangent ladder rear sight tailored for the carbine's dimensions. Recoil is manageable despite the lighter weight, making it a more user-friendly universal carbine.

This video showcases new product arrivals from several prominent firearm accessory manufacturers. It features the Magpul PMAG D-50 EV9 50-round magazine for the CZ Scorpion EVO 3 and compatible PCCs, highlighting its loading lever and bolt hold-open notch. Also presented is the Strike Industries AR Modular Magazine Release with interchangeable levers for customization, and their AR Extended Forward Assist designed for improved ergonomics. Sons of Liberty Gun Works (SOLGW) introduces ambidextrous safety selectors for the AR-15 platform. Finally, Mountain Tactical presents an oversized bolt handle for Tikka T3/T3x rifles, emphasizing its comfortable and easy operation.

This review of the German MP35/I submachine gun highlights its unique left-side ejection and right-side magazine, designed for right-handed operation similar to a Mauser rifle. The progressive trigger system allows for distinct semi-automatic and full-automatic fire modes. The firearm showcases high interwar build quality, offering a smooth shooting experience despite a trigger requiring practice.

This video provides a 1,500-round update on a Thompson Center Compass rifle chambered in 6.5 Creedmoor. The creator details the installation of a Boyd's Pro Varmint Stock, a Glades Armory bolt handle, and adjustments made to lighten the trigger. The description also includes affiliate links for a Weaver Skeleton Low Rings optic and social media links to the creator's Instagram and Patreon.

This video from Kit Badger provides a practical demonstration of how to strip the bolt on The Fix Rifle by Q. The creator highlights The Fix as an innovative bolt-action rifle and acknowledges that its unique design might be unfamiliar to many users. The tutorial aims to guide viewers through the process of disassembling the bolt, which is useful for cleaning or for changing out the bolt handle. The video promotes Kit Badger's website for more content, support via Patreon, and product sales.

This guide details the essential preparation steps for installing a new bolt handle on a Mauser bolt, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield. It covers marking the cutoff line on the original bolt, carefully removing the old handle with a grinder, and precisely shaping the new handle using a protractor and file. This meticulous prep work is crucial for a successful weld.

This video details a rare Japanese copy of the Czech ZH-29 semi-automatic rifle, produced by Tokyo Gas & Electric (TG&E) as a prototype for 1930s Japanese military trials. Despite copying the ZH-29's lightweight design, the TG&E version suffered from accuracy issues attributed to its single offset locking lug and a unique trigger-actuated bolt release. The review covers its historical context, design differences from the original, and a demonstration of its field stripping process.

This video demonstrates a practical modification to improve the ergonomics of a Remington 700 bolt handle, addressing its less-than-ideal factory knob design. By carefully cutting off the original knob and TIG welding on a larger, more accessible knob from a Mauser bolt, the process significantly enhances the speed and ease of bolt manipulation for faster follow-up shots, especially crucial for safari rifles.

This video details the installation of an ATI Mauser stock, highlighting its polymer construction and integrated scope mount. It covers compatibility with large ring and intermediate Mauser actions, necessary bolt handle modifications, and the process of removing the original rear sight. The guide emphasizes proper torque and fitting for a secure installation.

This video showcases Benelli's 3-Gun Edition of the Benelli M2 shotgun, as presented at the 2012 NRA Annual Meetings. Key features highlighted include an enlarged bolt handle, enlarged bolt release, a magazine extension, and carbon-fiber front sights. The description focuses on the specific enhancements made to this model for competitive shooting applications.