Gunsmithing - How to Choose A Rifle Scope Presented by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA

This guide, presented by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA, details the installation and understanding of various rifle scope ring and base systems. It covers the secure Weaver style, the adjustable Redfield style, and the quick-detach Leupold system, emphasizing the importance of proper mounting for accuracy. The instruction highlights key features like windage adjustment screws and lever-lock mechanisms.

Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA, demonstrates the essential gunsmithing technique of lapping riflescope rings. This process ensures optimal contact between the scope and rings, enhancing holding power and preventing damage to the scope's finish. The guide details the use of the Wheeler Engineering Scope Lapping Kit, emphasizing the importance of achieving near 100% contact for maximum stability.

This video details the process of preparing a Husqvarna M46 receiver for drilling and tapping to mount scope rings. The host, Ray, demonstrates the use of a Forster drilling jig for this meticulous gunsmithing task. While lengthy, the video aims to provide valuable, DIY-friendly information for viewers with the right tools and knowledge. It also promotes various associate links for products and support channels.

This guide, presented by an experienced firearms instructor from Brownells, details a practical method for determining the correct scope ring height. By using modeling clay to seat the scope and then measuring the resulting impression, shooters can ensure proper clearance and optimal sight picture for their rifle and scope combination. This technique is crucial for accurate and reliable scope mounting.

This guide details the professional process for mounting a rifle scope, emphasizing safety and precision. Veteran gunsmith Mitch Schultz demonstrates critical steps including proper cleaning, the use of threadlocker and rosin, and achieving perfect reticle alignment with specialized tools. Following these steps ensures optimal performance and durability of your scope setup.

This guide details a high-speed Cowboy Action Shooting stage, demonstrating expert transitions between a lever-action rifle, dual single-action revolvers, and a side-by-side shotgun. It highlights efficient manual shotgun reloading techniques from a belt carrier, showcasing advanced proficiency in competitive shooting disciplines. The video emphasizes speed and accuracy across multiple firearm types.

This video provides an expert-level demonstration of the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle. It covers visual inspection, the proper loading procedure for 7.62x54R ammunition, and live fire at an outdoor range, showcasing bolt manipulation and recoil control. The demonstration is presented in a silent, ASMR-style format by an authoritative demonstrator.

This guide details the complex process of reboring a Winchester 1885 Low Wall rifle from .32 Rimfire to .357 Magnum, addressing a pitted bore. Expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates disassembly, barrel removal, specialized reboring at Delta Gun Shop, chambering, crowning, action conversion, and final marking/finishing. The process highlights advanced machining techniques and specialized tools required for such a conversion.

This guide details the cycle of operation for the Winchester Model 12 shotgun, as explained by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA using a cutaway model. It covers loading, safety engagement, firing, extraction, and chambering. The explanation highlights the hammerless pump-action design and internal component interactions, offering valuable insights for gunsmithing and understanding firearm mechanics.