Videos tagged with Ithaca Gun Company

This guide details the process of Parkerizing and restoring a Colt 1911, drawing on the expertise of Mark Novak. It covers complete disassembly, surface preparation via bead blasting, the chemical Parkerizing process using Brownells Zinc Phosphate solution, post-treatment, lubrication with Freedom Lube and Lucas Oil, and reassembly. The video emphasizes the importance of meticulous cleaning and preparation for a durable and historically accurate finish, suitable for a high-quality shooter grade firearm.

Mark Novak, a professional gunsmith with extensive experience in historical firearm preservation, provides a meticulous guide to conserving and reassembling a 1943 Ithaca 1911 pistol. The video details a comprehensive disassembly, a unique rust-conversion boiling process, and careful reassembly, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance for historical firearms, even non-matching ones. Novak shares expert insights on specific components like the firing pin safety mechanism and grip bushings, concluding with a live-fire test to ensure reliability.

This video details the significant role of Remington Rand in producing the M1911A1 pistol during World War II. It highlights that Remington Rand, a typewriter manufacturer, became the largest producer of these pistols, surpassing Colt. The content also touches upon the key visual differences between the M1911 and M1911A1 models, such as the relieved frame behind the trigger and the arched mainspring housing.

This entry details the Ithaca Auto & Burglar, a unique pre-NFA shotgun pistol. It covers its historical context, the differences between the Model A and Model B variants, its intended defensive roles, and the significant impact of the 1934 National Firearms Act on its legality and availability. The information is presented with high authority, drawing on detailed historical knowledge.