Videos tagged with Pitting Removal

This video details the refurbishment and customization of a Browning Hi-Power pistol. It highlights blemish removal, including deep pitting, and the installation of upgraded components such as Trijicon HD sights and Lok Ridgeback grips. The firearm also received a Graphite Black Cerakote finish and a new barrel, likely from BA Spring Solutions, bringing it back to life.

This video provides an expert-level guide from Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA on how to backbore shotgun barrels, a process essential for removing deep pitting. It details the selection and use of PTG backboring reamers, emphasizing the importance of cutting oil, chip removal, and continuous cutting to achieve a smooth bore. The demonstration highlights the demanding nature of this gunsmithing technique.

This guide details the 'striking' process for restoring antique shotgun barrels, specifically an Antique Parker Shotgun. Expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates techniques for removing nicks and scratches using files and abrasive paper, emphasizing preparation for final polishing. The process is labor-intensive but crucial for achieving a high-quality finish on vintage firearms.

This guide details the process of repairing pitting in older shotgun barrels using a Sunnen honing tool, as demonstrated by expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield. It emphasizes the importance of protecting the choke by measuring its taper and using a stop collar. The procedure involves a progression of abrasive grits, starting with 80-grit and moving to finer grits, while carefully monitoring barrel wall thickness and maintaining proper tool tension. This technique ensures the firearm can be safely used after addressing bore imperfections.

This guide details a metal polishing technique for firearm parts presented by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA. It covers preparing pitted surfaces with files, using fixtures for small parts, and progressing through abrasive grits (100 to 320) for a smooth finish. The process is described as more difficult than sanding wood, emphasizing the need for careful effort.