Videos tagged with Gunsmithing DIY

This guide details the installation of Woox furniture, including the handguard and stock, onto a Century Arms AK-47. The process involves removing existing components like the dust cover, bolt, gas tube, and original furniture, followed by fitting and securing the new Woox parts. Minor adjustments may be needed due to AK platform tolerances.

This guide details how to zero iron sights on a pistol, focusing on a Glock 17L. It explains the 'FS4' principle for sight adjustments, the importance of measuring sight radius and deviation, and provides a mathematical method to calculate precise sight corrections for both elevation and windage. The video demonstrates practical techniques using tools like calipers and files for DIY adjustments.

This episode delves into why .22 rifles are notoriously picky about ammunition and offers practical advice for improving their accuracy. Key takeaways include the critical importance of testing various ammo types, maintaining a clean barrel to remove lead fouling, and practicing careful shooting fundamentals. For those seeking further improvements, basic gunsmithing like recrowning the muzzle and refining the trigger can yield significant results, though the primary focus remains on understanding the rifle's unique preferences and the shooter's technique.

This guide details the process of installing a Holosun 407k or 507k red dot sight onto a Springfield Armory Hellcat Pro pistol. It emphasizes the necessity of a CH Precision optic plate adapter to convert the Hellcat Pro's slide footprint. The installation involves cleaning the slide, mounting the adapter plate, securing the optic with provided screws, and torquing them to 12 inch-pounds for optimal reliability. Marking the screws is recommended to monitor for loosening.

The Yankee Marshal demonstrates how to address cosmetic machining imperfections on Ruger GP100 revolvers. He details a process using files and sandpaper to smooth out 'chitter' marks and low spots on the frame, emphasizing the importance of working with the metal's grain and using appropriate tools for different areas. This DIY approach allows owners to improve the finish of their firearms when manufacturer standards are not met.

This video demonstrates the installation of a Vortex Razor HD LHT 3-15x42 scope onto an AR-15 platform rifle utilizing an Ultradyne chassis. The process highlights the use of the Wheeler Fat Wrench torque toolkit for precise tightening of scope ring screws to 18 inch-pounds for the caps and 30 inch-pounds for the bases. The rifle build features a custom 16-inch .223 Wylde barrel and a TriggerTech trigger set to 1.5 pounds.

This video details numerous upgrades for the Benelli M4 shotgun, focusing on enhancing functionality and ergonomics. The speaker, an experienced firearms enthusiast, walks through installing parts like an extended bolt release, improved safety selector, and various optic and light mounts. He also discusses the importance of proper torquing and marking of components, as well as practical advice on camouflage and gear selection.

This video demonstrates a DIY process for enhancing the finish of a Colt Python revolver. The presenter details how to polish the barrel and frame to achieve a shinier appearance, comparing it to a factory 3-inch model. Key steps include disassembling sights, masking off non-polished areas, and using Mother's Mag Polish with a cotton rag.

This guide details the installation of the Magpul K2 XL grip onto an AR-15 platform. It covers the necessary tools, the removal of the old grip and detent spring, proper placement of the new grip and spring, and securing it with the provided screw. The process concludes with reinserting the lube bottle and performing a crucial function test.

This video tests the durability of Springfield Armory Echelon 20-round magazines through a series of drops and impacts, concluding they are surprisingly robust. It also provides a step-by-step guide for installing a Taran Tactical Innovations aluminum base pad and extension on a 17-round Echelon magazine, highlighting the ease of the process.

This segment from Gun Talk Radio features Nick Collier of DoubleStar discussing the popularity and reasons behind AR-15 builds. He explains that people build AR-15s for various reasons, including recreating historical service rifles, personalizing firearms, and even replicating models seen in video games. The discussion highlights the modularity and standardization of the AR-15 platform, contrasting it with the AR-10's variations, and touches on DoubleStar's history and product offerings, including their ACE rifle stocks.

This video details a budget-focused AR-15 'race gun' build centered around a Rosco 16-inch Bloodline barrel. The presenter, with extensive experience, walks through each component, highlighting their performance, cost-effectiveness, and impact on recoil management. The build emphasizes achieving a soft-shooting, flat-shooting platform for competition or dynamic shooting scenarios, even with budget-conscious choices.