Anvil 087: Sharps Borchardt .45/120

This video details the Indonesian rebore process of 6.5 Dutch Mannlichers to .303 British, utilizing original barrels bored out and re-rifled. It highlights the compatibility of .303 cartridges with the original 6.5 Dutch en-bloc clips and explains the 'double shoulder' effect on spent brass as a harmless artifact of the conversion, serving as an identifier.

This YouTube video, titled 'Fazendo upgrade na minha AR15' (Making upgrades to my AR15), focuses on modifications and enhancements for the AR-15 platform. While the description is minimal, the title clearly indicates a gunsmithing or custom build theme revolving around this popular rifle. Viewers can expect content related to improving an AR-15, potentially showcasing new parts, installation processes, or performance improvements.

This video addresses a perceived deficiency in a Short-Barreled Rifle (SBR) and outlines the process of rectifying it. The title suggests a modification or accessory addition to improve the firearm's functionality or aesthetics. The content likely delves into gunsmithing or customization aspects related to SBRs.

This video explores the possibility of converting a Glock pistol into a precision rifle. It delves into the technical feasibility and practical implications of such a modification, likely examining how to achieve greater accuracy and range from a platform not typically associated with precision shooting. The content aims to answer the question of whether this transformation is possible and what it would entail, potentially involving custom parts or accessories.

Brandon Herrera details significant improvements to the AK-50 prototype, focusing on a new double recoil spring assembly designed to enhance reliability. While live fire testing showed progress, cycling and ejection issues persist, particularly with standard ammunition. Further adjustments to the gas system and ejection geometry are planned.

This video delves into the lesser-known aspects of the Ruger 10/22 rifle, often overlooked despite its reputation for reliability and affordability. The content creator promises to reveal factory shortcuts, magazine peculiarities, and subtle setup adjustments that significantly impact accuracy, moving beyond the rifle's commonly perceived capabilities. The aim is to showcase modifications that enhance performance and unlock the rifle's true potential.

This video details a complex gunsmithing process to convert a rare Peabody Rifle from its original 11.15 Romanian Beaumont chambering to .45-70 Government using a sleeve from a Swiss Vetterli barrel. The conversion involves extensive machining of the barrel and breech block, fitting a new extractor, and carefully modifying the chamber for reliable feeding. Crucially, the modification is deemed safe only for black powder loads due to significant thinning of the breech block.

This video details the conservation-focused restoration of a severely flood-damaged Mauser K98. Mark Novak emphasizes preserving original finish over aggressive cleaning, using techniques like rust conversion boiling and careful scraping. Key steps include disassembling the rifle, treating rust with boiling and carding, steaming dents from the wood, and repairing the handguard with polyurethane glue.

This video provides a practical, live-fire demonstration of the 1918 Chauchat light machine gun, focusing on its unique long-recoil action. Mark Novak showcases the weapon's cycling in slow-motion, highlighting the reciprocating barrel and bolt assembly. The demonstration emphasizes the historical significance and operational mechanics of this WWI-era firearm.

This video details the conservation of a barn-found LC Smith 20 Gauge shotgun. Mark Novak demonstrates critical steps including barrel solder testing, proper disassembly with fitted tools, and analysis of the stock's inherent weaknesses. The conservation process involves boiling metal parts to convert rust to black oxide and treating the wood with oil, followed by meticulous reassembly and a successful test fire.