Videos tagged with Parker Brothers

This video demonstrates the process of lengthening the chamber on an antique Parker 12-gauge shotgun from 2.5 inches to 2.75 inches to accommodate modern shells. It highlights the importance of cleaning the chamber before using a piloted reamer and applying cutting oil. The process involves carefully turning the reamer with a tap handle until the reamer's shoulder meets the rim recess, while frequently clearing metal chips.

This video demonstrates the advanced gunsmithing technique of rejoining loose shotgun barrels, often referred to as 'putting barrels back on face.' It details the process of adding weld material to the barrel lug's hook, followed by precise filing and fitting using a 0.005-inch feeler gauge and kerosene smoking for accuracy. The goal is to restore a tight lock-up for classic double-barrel shotguns like Parker Brothers.

This video details the process of opening fixed chokes on a Parker shotgun using a specialized reamer. It explains how to measure existing choke, prepare the tool with custom bushings for precision, and carefully ream the barrel to achieve desired constriction levels like Improved Cylinder or Modified Choke. Proper lubrication and controlled pressure are emphasized for safe and effective modification.

This video provides a detailed demonstration of how to inlet the forend iron on a side-by-side shotgun, specifically a Parker Brothers model. Gunsmith Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA, guides viewers through the process using essential tools like files, chisels, and inletting black. The description highlights that this technique is applicable to other stock inletting tasks and emphasizes that with patience, anyone can learn this gunsmithing skill. Viewers are encouraged to visit the MidwayUSA Video Library for more content.

This video demonstrates the process of setting the drop on a semi-inletted buttstock, a crucial step in gunsmithing. Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA, guides viewers through using a straight edge clamped to the barrel rib to mark the desired drop on the buttstock. He then details filing the comb and heel to the marks and connecting them with a flat surface. The demonstration utilizes a Parker Brothers sidelock double shotgun, showcasing a practical application of this gunsmithing technique.

This video demonstrates essential metal polishing techniques for firearm finishing, focusing on preparing parts for bluing. Larry Potterfield emphasizes starting with coarser grits (like 100) to remove pits and scratches, progressing to finer grits (240, 320) for a smooth finish. He highlights the importance of using fixtures for small or difficult-to-hold parts to ensure an even surface.