Videos tagged with EDM Machining

This review details the M-Arms Kratos, a 9mm handgun from Slovenia, lauded as the most accurate the reviewer has ever tested. It features a 1911-based design with significant upgrades, including a unique spherical bushing system and precision EDM machining, resulting in exceptional accuracy. The Kratos is positioned as a high-end, expensive firearm for performance enthusiasts.

This guide details the field stripping and cleaning process for the Nosler Model 21 bolt-action rifle, as demonstrated by NRA Publications. It covers safe disassembly of the bolt, cleaning, lubrication, and reassembly, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance for this high-end hunting rifle. The process is suitable for intermediate users familiar with basic firearm handling.

This video reviews three new firearms from Springfield Armory for 2021: the Waypoint bolt-action rifle, the Ronin 1911 in 10mm, and the XDS 9mm OSP. The Waypoint features a lightweight carbon fiber stock and barrel, with precise action tolerances achieved through EDM machining. The Ronin 1911 is highlighted in a 10mm caliber with a forged stainless steel frame and slide, finished with a hot blue dip. The XDS 9mm OSP is presented as an optics-ready pistol designed to improve accuracy on a compact platform, emphasizing its value with an included Crimson Trace sight.

This discussion with Hudson Mfg co-founders Psy and Lauren Hudson delves into the complex realities of firearms development and manufacturing. They highlight the numerous variables, from material tolerances and supplier issues to the intricacies of modern machining and quality control, that impact bringing a new firearm to market. The conversation emphasizes that firearm production is far from simple, involving extensive engineering, meticulous process optimization, and overcoming unexpected challenges, often requiring significant capital investment and specialized expertise.

This guide details the Mag-na-porting process for firearm recoil reduction, as explained by Jerry Miculek. It covers the EDM technique used to create gas ports, their effect on muzzle flip and recoil impulse, and applications across various firearm types. The information emphasizes that porting can improve shootability, especially for lightweight firearms, without compromising accuracy and with minimal flash signature when using modern ammunition.