Videos tagged with Color Case Hardening

TheFirearmGuy provides an expert review of the Taylor's & Company TC9 1873, a 9mm single-action revolver. He highlights its appeal to 9mm semi-auto owners due to ammunition commonality and cost savings, as well as its attractive color case hardened finish and affordable price point under $500. The review emphasizes the revolver's suitability for those seeking a classic shooting experience with modern ammunition advantages.

This video provides a sneak peek at Pietta's new Premier line of revolvers, featuring authentic bone and charcoal color case hardening applied in the US by Park West. Field editor Alan Garbers discusses the appeal of this traditional finishing technique, its historical significance, and how it offers a high-quality aesthetic at a more accessible price point than premium custom firearms. The discussion also touches on the traditional four-click action of Colt revolvers and its importance to enthusiasts.

This video reviews the Chiappa 1892 Takedown rifle chambered in .45 Colt. The presenters highlight its lightweight design (3.2 lbs), Italian craftsmanship, and aesthetic features like color case hardening and oil walnut furniture. They discuss its historical connection to John Browning's designs and its functionality as a takedown rifle, though note the limitations of the Buckhorn sights for long-range accuracy.

This video provides an overview and demonstration of the Reising Model 50 submachine gun, a firearm from the World War II era. The presenter, Mark Serbu, highlights its unique design features, including a distinctive cocking lever, a sliding hammer mechanism for semi-auto fire, and a full-auto engagement hook. He discusses its historical context, rarity, and the surprising influence it had on later firearm designs, despite not achieving widespread popularity. The video also includes a brief shooting demonstration and observations on its handling and trigger.

This video features Bobby Tyler of Tyler Gun Works, a family-owned metal finishing business in Texas specializing in color case hardening and bluing. Bobby Tyler visits live during SHOT Show 2023 to discuss his company's expertise. The description also includes links for subscribing to FMG Publications Newsletters and magazines like GUNS Magazine and American Handgunner Magazine.

This video details the process of transforming a standard Ruger Blackhawk into a custom revolver, showcasing the affordability of such projects. The build includes a Bisley grip frame conversion, barrel shortening, custom engraving, color case hardening, and upgraded sights. Expert gunsmithing techniques like barrel setbacks and forcing cone cutting are highlighted, resulting in a firearm with a 2 lb 9 oz trigger pull and a .002-inch cylinder gap. The total build cost is presented as a value proposition compared to high-end production 1911s.

This video demonstrates how to send the slide of a modern firearm, specifically a Ruger LCP MAX, to Turnbull Restoration for custom color case hardening. The process involves disassembling the slide, shipping it to the restoration company, and then reassembling it upon its return. The result is a visually enhanced firearm with a durable and aesthetically pleasing finish, while maintaining original functionality.

This video details the process of customizing a Ruger Blackhawk revolver, debunking the myth that custom guns are unaffordable. Bobby Tyler of Tyler Gun Works walks through selecting components and performing modifications, including an accuracy package, action job, barrel shortening, custom sights, Bisley grip frame, and custom finishes like color case hardening and engraving. The estimated cost for a custom build using a customer-provided base gun is presented as $2,000, including engraving.

This video provides an expert-level unboxing and initial inspection of a Uberti 1851 Navy London revolver, presented by Dustin from Guns of the West. The review highlights the firearm's aesthetic details, such as the blued steel finish and one-piece walnut grips, and confirms technical specifications like the .36 caliber and single-action mechanism. The speaker's deep knowledge of historical firearms and specific model variations is evident throughout the presentation.

This video from Exile Armory LLC showcases a variety of firearms available for purchase. The presenter highlights several pistol and shotgun models, including the Escalon 8 IT1 12 gauge, Rock Island XT22 1911 in .22 Magnum, Auto-Ordnance 1911 in .45 ACP, Shadow Systems MR920 in 9mm, Radical Firearms pistols in .300 Blackout and 5.56, Sig Sauer P365 SAS and XL, Walther P22, Rossi RS22, Lynx 12 gauge AK platform shotgun, and Stevens 320 20 gauge shotgun. Pricing and some key features are mentioned for each firearm.

This episode of the GUNS Magazine Podcast features Bobby Tyler, owner of Tyler Gun Works, a leading custom firearm finishing business. Tyler discusses the process of transforming factory firearms, including Ruger revolvers, Colt 1911s, and Henry lever-actions, into custom pieces of art. He also delves into the intricacies of color case hardening, shares what he avoids in gun customization, and recommends two specific leather holster makers. The podcast is presented by Kimber, and listeners can find more information about Tyler Gun Works and Kimber online.

This video showcases custom CZ 75 pistols modified by Guncrafter Industries, focusing on Alex Zimmerman's high-end 1911 smithing applied to CZ platforms. The modifications significantly improve trigger pull, offering a double-action rivaling PPC revolvers and a single-action comparable to top 1911s. The customization options, including color case hardening and other touches, transform the CZ 75 into a versatile platform suitable for competition or personal defense, with prices starting around $2000.