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This video provides a clear, step-by-step guide on how to field strip and reassemble the Browning Hi-Power pistol. It highlights key differences from the 1911 design, such as its linkless barrel system, and emphasizes safety precautions throughout the process. The demonstration covers magazine removal, chamber checks, slide stop manipulation, spring and barrel removal, and the reverse process for reassembly.

This expert guide details the step-by-step cleaning and maintenance procedure for the Ruger Red Label III Over/Under Shotgun, as demonstrated by a Ruger firearms instructor. It covers complete disassembly, thorough cleaning of all components including the bore and choke tubes, proper lubrication techniques, and safe reassembly, emphasizing critical safety precautions throughout.

This guide details the comprehensive restoration process for a 3-inch M5 Anti-Tank Gun and its M6 carriage, led by an expert from Ordnance.com. It covers initial disassembly, addressing seized components with heat and oil, reassembly of mechanisms, and final preparation for blasting and painting. The process emphasizes meticulous documentation and a strategic approach to bring historical ordnance back to functional and aesthetic condition.

This guide details the field stripping and reassembly process for the Browning Model 1910 pistol. It covers the unique barrel bushing removal mechanism, recoil spring assembly, and the steps to separate and rejoin the slide, barrel, and frame. The process highlights the pistol's blowback design and John Browning's engineering.

This guide details the disassembly process for the gas trap variant of the M1 Garand, highlighting its differences from the later, more common models. It involves removing the bolt and operating rod first, then a specific screw to release the gas trap, followed by the sight block, before the gas trap assembly can be rotated off. This early design proved less reliable than the later gas piston system.

This video provides a step-by-step guide for field stripping the Star PD pistol. It highlights similarities and differences compared to a 1911, emphasizing the captive recoil spring as an improvement. The process involves aligning specific notches and circles to release the slide stop, then carefully removing the slide and barrel.

This guide details the expert gunsmithing process of sleeving a Peabody rifle's chamber to .45-70 Government, as demonstrated by Mark Novak. The modification involves precise machining on a lathe and milling machine to adapt the breech and extractor for the larger cartridge. Crucially, the rifle is only safe for black powder loads due to structural modifications.

This guide details a meticulous, conservation-focused restoration of a flood-damaged Mauser K98, led by Master Gunsmith Mark Novak. It covers advanced techniques for rust removal, wood repair, and finish preservation, emphasizing the importance of retaining historical integrity over achieving a pristine appearance. Novak's expertise is evident in his use of specialized tools and adherence to established gunsmithing principles from authors like Jerry Kuhnhausen.

This guide details the firing sequence of the 1918 Chauchat light machine gun as demonstrated by expert Mark Novak. It covers safe handling, live fire, and a detailed analysis of the weapon's unique long-recoil action using slow-motion footage. Novak's expertise is evident in his proficient handling and clear explanation of the mechanical operation.

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.