A Tactical Bolt Action Shotgun?

This video details the initial disassembly and assessment of a converted 1874 Gras rifle, now a 12-gauge shotgun. The presenter, with apparent experience in firearm restoration, meticulously strips the weapon, highlighting significant damage to the stock, including cracks and missing wood, and noting the conversion from its original cartridge to 12-gauge with Belgian proof marks. The process involves detailed inspection of the bolt, barrel, and action, setting the stage for a comprehensive renovation challenge.

This guide details the conversion process of a Lee-Enfield rifle into an Ishapore .410 Riot Shotgun, as explained by Ian McCollum. Key modifications include converting it to a single-shot action, modifying the barrel to .410 smoothbore, and adapting the magazine well. These conversions were historically used for police and riot control, often utilizing proprietary ammunition.

This guide, informed by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, details the critical differences between buckshot and birdshot for home defense. It covers their physical characteristics, penetration capabilities through walls, and effectiveness at close range. The advice emphasizes choosing a load based on concerns about over-penetration while stressing the universal importance of training, target identification, and using a light for any home defense scenario.

This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.

This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.

This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.