Videos tagged with Restoration

This review of the Sheridan Knocabout .22LR, presented by an experienced speaker from FMG Publications, details its unique break-barrel, single-shot design. The speaker demonstrates the loading, cocking, and firing sequence, highlighting its historical use as a trapper and trail gun. Personal restoration of the featured firearm is also mentioned, showcasing intimate knowledge of its mechanics.

This video details the restoration and range demonstration of a Colt New Service revolver, originally a WWII British Lend-Lease firearm converted to .45 Colt. Expert gunsmith Bill Laughridge of Cylinder & Slide re-reamed the chambers to accommodate the new caliber. The demonstration showcases the revolver's accuracy on a steel target using Black Hills cowboy loads, reflecting on the 'old world craftsmanship' of Colt revolvers.

This guide details the expert-level assembly of the Mk-68 20mm Gun Mount, as performed by professional restoration specialists. It covers the installation of the base, cradle, protective shields, and ammunition feed systems, emphasizing precision and adherence to historical naval specifications. The process highlights manual traverse and elevation controls, crucial for its operation on PTF Nasty Fast Patrol Boats during the Vietnam War.

This video details the restoration process for a 120mm M983 IR-ILLUM mortar round, including painting the tail fins and sandblasting the fuse. It then transitions to operational use, showcasing a mortar team firing the round and its subsequent infrared illumination flares deploying via parachute, as viewed through night vision. The content highlights detailed restoration techniques and the practical application of military-grade ordnance for night operations.

This video details the manual roll marking process for a 155mm artillery projectile, specifically the M483A1 variant. It highlights the application of yellow identification markings using a stencil and ink pad. The content also includes footage of a self-propelled howitzer firing and projectile impacts, showcasing the ordnance in action.

This YouTube video, "How To Polish Steel: Part 7 | Simichrome Polish (Final Step!)", is the concluding installment in a series focused on polishing steel using Simichrome. The title and description, which include the hashtags #diy and #howto, indicate a practical, instructional video for viewers interested in metal finishing techniques. While no specific firearms are mentioned, the application of polishing techniques often extends to firearm components for aesthetic or functional improvements. The video is likely to appeal to gunsmiths, hobbyists, and those looking to enhance the appearance and finish of their metal items.

This YouTube video focuses on the repair and restoration of a police-issue Remington 870 shotgun that has clearly been through a lot. The title suggests a hands-on approach to fixing up a firearm that has seen extensive use, implying a detailed look at the gunsmithing process involved in bringing it back to working order. Viewers can expect to see the steps taken to address wear and tear and potentially upgrade or maintain the shotgun.

This guide details the restoration of a rare 4-gauge shotgun shell, transforming a heavily tarnished brass casing into a mirror-finish collectible. It covers mechanical cleaning using a Lyman tumbler and detailed polishing with a Tekhmann rotary tool, culminating in primer installation. The process emphasizes the satisfying ASMR aspects of firearm component restoration.

This comprehensive guide details the meticulous restoration of a heavily rusted Luger P08 pistol, found buried and recovered using a metal detector. The process, demonstrated by the Polenar Tactical host, involves detailed disassembly, deep cleaning with specialized products, rust removal, surface preparation, re-bluing using Birchwood Casey Perma Blue, and careful reassembly. The guide emphasizes the use of various tools and cleaning agents, including a Dremel for fine polishing and heat treatment for specific components, culminating in a successful test fire to confirm functionality.

This video demonstrates the professional restoration and assembly of the M40 106mm Recoilless Rifle. It details the installation of the barrel onto the M79 mount, the integration of the M8C spotting rifle, and the operation of the breech block. The process highlights the use of heavy machinery and specialized tools in a professional restoration facility, indicating a high level of technical expertise.

This YouTube Short showcases the completion of an 80 Series Land Cruiser build. The title and hashtags indicate a focus on the vehicle itself, its modification or restoration, and its appeal to automotive enthusiasts, particularly those interested in Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicles and Toyota's iconic Land Cruiser lineage. The content is likely visual, highlighting the finished product and potentially some of the work involved.

This video documents the extensive restoration of a 1995 Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series, highlighting significant rust and mechanical issues. It also features long-range shooting, tactical gear demonstrations including night vision and underwater suppressor testing, and the final reveal of the fully restored vehicle with a turbo diesel engine and upgraded suspension.