Videos tagged with Trigger Plate

This guide details a method for installing bottom metal on an LC Smith shotgun without drilling through the lock panel. It emphasizes careful manipulation, using specific tools like a 440-sized punch and tap, and ensuring screws are used for centering rather than forcing components. The process aims to preserve the firearm's original condition while achieving a secure fit.

This comprehensive guide details the step-by-step disassembly of a W. Jeffery & Son British Side-by-Side Boxlock Shotgun, presented by English-trained gunsmith Jack Rowe. The video covers the removal of all major components, including the barrels, action, trigger plate, hammers, and forend assembly, emphasizing traditional gunsmithing techniques and identification marks used by English makers. It's an expert-level walkthrough for those needing to clean, repair, or understand the intricate mechanics of these classic firearms.

Master Gunsmith Jack Rowe details the final reassembly of a sidelock shotgun, focusing on the safety mechanism, trigger plate geometry, and securing the action to the stock. He emphasizes precise placement of components and the use of specialized tools like a padded vise for critical steps. The guide highlights the intricate nature of traditional gunsmithing and the importance of understanding the specific design of components like the triggers.