Videos tagged with Power Custom

This video demonstrates the installation of an extended and broadened cylinder release from Power Custom for S&W revolvers. The presenter highlights its utility for defensive carry and competition, emphasizing ease of use and fumble-free reloads. The part is designed as a simple drop-in replacement requiring no gunsmithing skills.

This guide details the custom gunsmithing process for a Ruger Blackhawk revolver, as presented by Bobby Tyler of Tyler Gun Works. It covers historical inspirations, specific component upgrades like custom barrels, sights, and grip frames, and precision work on the action and cylinder gap. The build culminates in a unique firearm finished with mammoth ivory grips, showcasing advanced customization techniques.

This video focuses on the Power Custom "Grandmaster" Ruger 10/22 Receiver, highlighting its design for competition shooters. It emphasizes the extra clearance provided to accommodate the Grandmaster Trigger Assembly, suggesting a high-performance upgrade for the popular Ruger 10/22 platform. The description also provides a link for further information.

This guide details how to lighten and smooth the trigger pull on a Smith & Wesson revolver, a process often referred to as a 'trigger job.' Expert gunsmithing instructor Larry Potterfield demonstrates the use of specialized tools like the Power Custom stoning fixture and Lyman trigger pull gauge. Key steps involve careful polishing of sear surfaces and addressing engagement points to improve accuracy and shooting experience. The guide emphasizes critical safety warnings regarding sear surfaces.

This guide details the installation of the Brownells DIY Power Custom 10/22 Trigger Upgrade Kit. The process involves complete disassembly of the trigger group, replacement of key components, and precise adjustment of sear engagement. The expected outcome is a significantly improved trigger pull weight of approximately 2.75 lbs. The instruction emphasizes safety checks and proper reassembly for optimal performance.

This guide details the process of shortening a Ruger 10/22 barrel and legally extending it with a permanently attached flash suppressor to avoid SBR classification. It covers the milling, threading, and finishing steps, along with accessory installations like an extended bolt handle and weapon light. The modification, presented by Nutnfancy, emphasizes compliance with NFA regulations while achieving a more compact aesthetic.

This guide details the professional process of fitting 1911 slide rails to eliminate vertical play, as demonstrated by Mike Watkins, a member of the American Pistolsmiths Guild. It emphasizes precise measurement and controlled adjustments using specialized fitting bars to achieve a snug slide-to-frame fit, crucial for optimal firearm performance. The technique focuses on specific areas of the frame rails to prevent potential issues like magazine well collapse.

This guide details how to smooth the single-action trigger pull on a Smith & Wesson revolver. Expert instructor Larry Potterfield from MidwayUSA demonstrates the process, emphasizing the use of specialized tools like a stoning fixture and India stone. Proper technique involves careful stoning of the sear to reduce friction and improve trigger feel, with Dykem used to monitor progress. The guide concludes with reassembly and testing using snap caps.