Videos tagged with Trinidad State Junior College

This segment features a gunsmithing student from Trinidad State Junior College in Colorado, who expresses gratitude for industry scholarships. The student plans to open a gun shop focusing on repair and refinishing work after graduation, highlighting a demand for these services. The college itself is noted for its historical significance as the first gunsmithing program in the nation, founded by P.O. Ackley.

Master Gunsmith Jack Rowe demonstrates the intricate process of crafting a replacement lever spring for firearms. This expert-level guide covers identifying different spring types, selecting appropriate materials like 3/32 flat spring steel, and employing precise techniques involving heating, bending, and hammering to achieve a functional and durable component. Rowe emphasizes when it's more practical to purchase a spring versus undertaking a custom fabrication.

Master Gunsmith Jack Rowe provides expert instruction on the final stages of reassembling a Box Lock shotgun. This guide covers critical steps like cocking hammers, securing the breech pin with specialized techniques, and reassembling the forend catch. Rowe also shares professional tips on polishing and flame bluing pins for a superior finish, demonstrating advanced gunsmithing techniques.

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.