Videos tagged with Chamber

This guide clarifies the fundamental difference between a firearm's chamber and its magazine, a distinction highlighted by an instructional video from Johnny Q. The chamber is where a single round is loaded for firing, while a magazine is a separate component that holds multiple rounds. Understanding this basic concept is crucial for firearm safety and knowledge.

Headspace is the critical measurement of free play a cartridge has within a firearm's chamber, essential for safe and reliable operation. Incorrect headspace, whether insufficient or excessive, can lead to dangerous malfunctions like extraction failures, case bulging, or catastrophic case head separation. Proper headspace is particularly important when dealing with military surplus firearms or custom builds from parts kits.

This video provides an in-depth look at the internal structure of a .50 BMG rifle barrel, featuring a cutaway section. It demonstrates how a .50 BMG round seats in the chamber and how the bullet engages the rifling. The barrel section also features personalized engraving from gun designer Mark Serbu.

This video addresses a specific technical issue related to firearms tooling, focusing on the "8mm Lebel" caliber. It discusses the differences between traditional reamer profiles and newer CIP (Commission Internationale Permanente pour l'épreuve des armes à feu portatives) reamer profiles, offering observations on these distinctions. The content is geared towards gunsmiths or individuals interested in the finer details of cartridge and chamber manufacturing.

This guide, presented by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA, details the critical process of checking headspace on an AR-15. Proper headspace is essential for safe and reliable operation. The procedure involves using specific 'go' and 'no-go' gauges with a stripped bolt and a clean chamber to ensure the firearm meets minimum and maximum headspace specifications. Failure to address incorrect headspace can lead to malfunctions or dangerous conditions.

This video provides a foundational overview of headspacing in firearms, with a specific focus on the AK-47 platform. The presenter clarifies what headspacing entails and its critical role in firearm function. Additionally, a common misunderstanding regarding the use and interpretation of GO/NO-GO gauges is addressed and debunked, offering valuable insight for firearm owners and enthusiasts.

This video addresses a specific issue encountered with a new 22 Nosler barrel: brass sticking in the chamber. The content creator aims to find a solution to this problem, suggesting a focus on gunsmithing or barrel modification techniques to resolve "the path of least abrasion." This indicates a practical, problem-solving approach for firearm owners experiencing similar issues.

This video demonstrates how to accurately measure and set bullet seating depth for improved rifle accuracy. It highlights the importance of VLD bullets and seating them close to the lands, while also providing practical methods for measuring chamber length. The Frankford Arsenal Cartridge Overall Length Gauge is presented as an affordable and universal tool for this process.