Videos tagged with Button Rifling

This expert-level analysis from a Lead Firearms Instructor investigates whether a dirty rifle barrel can remain accurate. The test involved firing 100 rounds through a new Thompson/Center Encore Pro Hunter in .308 Winchester without cleaning. The results indicate that while point of impact shifts due to heat and fouling, the rifle's accuracy actually tightened, suggesting barrel break-in improves performance and that excessive cleaning may not be necessary for all shooters.

This video, a re-edit of an original from May 13, 2024, focuses on the process of rifling firearm barrels. The creator plans future, more in-depth rifling videos, including one specifically on ECM rifling. They tease an upcoming short video demonstrating a quick, albeit potentially 'ugly' or 'epic,' method using inexpensive Chinese rifling buttons, grease, and a hammer. Links to American-made rifling buttons from Danjon and DME Tool are provided.

This product spotlight video focuses on Aero Precision's Solus rifle barrels. It details available options, including different profiles like the M24 and fluted variants, and various calibers such as .308, 6.5 Creedmoor, and 6.5 PRC. The description highlights key features like 416R stainless steel construction, Elite Cerakote finish, and precision machining. The video also touches upon muzzle threading, recessed crowns, installation without a barrel nut, and compatibility with Zermatt and Bighorn actions, making it valuable for precision rifle builders.

This video details the industrial button rifling process for Savage rifle barrels. It covers essential steps like tool preparation with specialized lubricants, precise machine alignment, and the cold-forming of lands and grooves by pulling a rifling button through the steel bore. The process concludes with post-production inspection and collection of finished barrels.

This video delves into the critical aspects of firearm barrel selection, covering material science, manufacturing processes, and finishing techniques. It contrasts different steel grades like 4140 and 4150, explaining their properties and military applications. The discussion extends to advanced materials such as stainless steel variants and carbon fiber-wrapped barrels, highlighting their respective advantages in corrosion resistance, hardness, and weight reduction. Furthermore, it details various rifling methods, including button, cut, and cold hammer forging, and explores barrel finishes like Parkerizing and Melonite, emphasizing their impact on durability and maintenance.

The Savage Arms Impulse Hog Hunter is a straight-pull bolt-action rifle introduced in 2021, designed for rapid follow-up shots crucial in feral swine hunting. It features the proprietary Hexlock mechanism for a robust lockup, an integrated 20 MOA Picatinny rail, and an adjustable AccuTrigger and AccuStock system for enhanced shooter customization. Available in multiple calibers, it offers a blend of speed, accuracy, and modularity.

Breaking in a new barrel is primarily recommended for premium match-grade rifle barrels to smooth microscopic machining imperfections. Cold hammer forged, chrome-lined, and nitrided barrels, common in AR-15s, generally do not require break-in. Pistol barrels and smaller rifle calibers benefit more from break-in than larger ones.

This video provides an expert-level look into the meticulous barrel production process at Wilson Combat. It details the multi-stage manufacturing, from drilling and button rifling to CNC profiling and milling, emphasizing rigorous quality control and final live-fire testing. The demonstration highlights the precision engineering and advanced machinery employed to create high-performance match-grade barrels.

This Q&A with Faxon Firearms delves into advanced barrel manufacturing techniques, comparing Nitride and Chrome lining for corrosion resistance and accuracy. It explores different rifling methods like button rifling and cold hammer forging, and discusses material choices such as stainless vs. carbon steel. The discussion also covers the importance of stress relief for thin barrel profiles and the benefits of Nitride treatments for lubricity and wear.