Videos tagged with Receiver Milling

This video details a rare modification of a Berthier cavalry carbine to accept an 18-20 round Chauchat (CSRG) magazine. Expert Ian McCollum explains the historical context for WWI aircraft crews and survival scenarios. The modification involved significant structural changes, including the stock, magazine well, trigger guard, and receiver, to integrate the single-stack semi-circular magazine. Due to its complexity and rarity, only four such examples are known to exist.

This guide details the specific modifications and sanitization processes applied to FN FAL rifles destined for Rhodesia, often to circumvent international arms sanctions. It covers receiver milling, proof mark removal, unique serial number application, and functional upgrades like the horizontal takedown lever and potential full-auto conversions. Instruction is provided by Larry Vickers, recognized for his expertise in historical firearms and military arms trade.

This guide details the modifications made to German K98k rifles by the Norwegian military, transforming them into the K98kF1 chambered in .30-06 Springfield. It covers essential steps like receiver notching, magazine box lengthening, and sight updates, providing insights from Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons.