Videos tagged with Sandpaper

This guide provides practical steps for polishing stainless steel gun parts, focusing on the critical initial step of removing tooling marks with abrasives before applying a polish like Mothers Mag & Aluminum Polish. The instructor emphasizes that polishing alone will not remove machining marks, highlighting the importance of proper preparation for a satisfactory finish.

This guide details how to modify a standard A2 AR-15 grip to improve ergonomics by sanding down the prominent finger nodule. The process involves removing the grip, securing it in a vise, and using progressively finer sandpaper to reshape the grip. The instructor emphasizes that this DIY modification can significantly enhance comfort and is a cost-effective alternative to purchasing aftermarket grips.

This video features Larry Potterfield, Founder and CEO of MidwayUSA, demonstrating how to sharpen an old wood chisel. He uses a flat surface, sandpaper, and a simple fixture to achieve a perfectly true cutting surface and a razor-sharp edge. The process is highlighted as critical for the stockmaking process within gunsmithing. The video also promotes the MidwayUSA Video Library for further resources.