Videos tagged with Shilen Barrel

This video details the history and custom features of a Smith & Wesson 640 4PJ Executive model revolver, modified by renowned gunsmith Jack Wagand. It highlights unique modifications like a Shilen barrel with hybrid porting, a ball detent system, and a polished trigger, discussing its 'Street Fighter' package designation and collector value.

This guide details the field stripping and cleaning process for the Nosler Model 21 bolt-action rifle, as demonstrated by NRA Publications. It covers safe disassembly of the bolt, cleaning, lubrication, and reassembly, emphasizing the importance of proper maintenance for this high-end hunting rifle. The process is suitable for intermediate users familiar with basic firearm handling.

This guide details the custom rifle build process for the Gunwerks Remington Setup Special, focusing on precision gunsmithing techniques. It covers action truing, barrel fluting, stock inletting, and final accuracy testing, as demonstrated by Mike Davidson, Sales Manager at Gunwerks. The process highlights the use of high-quality components like Shilen barrels and McMillan stocks to achieve sub-half MOA accuracy.

This guide details the advanced gunsmithing process for building a 'nearly perfect' safari rifle, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield. It covers blueprinting a Remington 700 action, installing a Shilen barrel and trigger, custom stock work including glass bedding and pillar bedding, free-floating the barrel, and mounting a Leupold VX-7 optic. The process emphasizes precision and culminates in impressive accuracy testing with sub-0.75 inch groups at 200 yards for a .375 caliber rifle.

Larry Potterfield details the creation of his 'Nearly Perfect Safari Rifle,' emphasizing the .375 H&H caliber for its balance of power and versatility. He discusses meticulous gunsmithing, including blueprinting the Remington 700 action, using a Shilen barrel, and reinforcing the English walnut stock for extreme durability. The rifle features custom aesthetics like express sights and an ebony forend tip, alongside practical upgrades for reliability in dangerous game hunting.

This guide details the assembly of a highly customized Ruger 10/22, focusing on precision components like a Shilen bull barrel, Kidd trigger, and MOA receiver. The build emphasizes accuracy enhancements through custom gunsmithing and aftermarket parts, as explained by an expert with high authority. Key modifications include a weight-reduced charging handle for cycling lighter ammunition.