Gunsmithing - How to Remove the Hammer Spur on a S&W Revolver

This video demonstrates how to repair a bent ejector rod on Smith & Wesson revolvers. It covers diagnosing the bend using a ruler, disassembly procedures, and straightening the rod using either a lathe or a drill press with a dial indicator. The process emphasizes precision and careful reassembly for optimal function.

This video details how to diagnose and correct excessive cylinder endshake on Smith & Wesson revolvers. It covers measuring endshake using a feeler gauge, identifying the need for endshake bearings, and the disassembly process including removing the extractor rod. The guide also touches on using Power Custom bearings for correction and yoke reamers for insufficient endshake.

This guide details how to remove trigger serrations from a Smith & Wesson revolver for an improved double-action feel. The process involves careful grinding with a rotary tool, followed by sanding and polishing to achieve a smooth, mirror finish. The modification is presented as an accessible project that can significantly alter the shooting experience of a double-action revolver.

This video provides a detailed, step-by-step guide on how to drill and fit a pinned front sight for a Smith & Wesson firearm. It emphasizes that the process is achievable without specialized equipment like a drill press or milling machine, making it an accessible DIY gunsmithing project. The tutorial aims to help viewers achieve a professional, factory-correct installation by identifying the correct drill bit size. It's presented as a straightforward and cost-effective modification for Smith & Wesson owners.

This video presents a clever and free gunsmithing hack from Brownells. Gunsmiths Steve Ostrem and Caleb Savant demonstrate how to create a custom parts organizer by cutting and folding the cardboard box that comes with a Brownells order. This organizer helps keep screws and small parts sorted and in their correct places, preventing mix-ups, especially with older firearms that have many similar-looking screws like Smith & Wesson revolvers. The method is also highlighted as useful for masking screws during painting or applying finishes like Brownells Aluma-Hyde, and for holding parts during sandblasting.

This video details the repair and refurbishment of a Smith & Wesson 34-1 .22LR revolver, often referred to as a "kit gun." The owner addresses a lost rear sight by sourcing and installing a used replacement, securing it with blue Loctite to prevent future issues. The video expresses excitement about the revolver being fixed and ready for range use.

This video showcases advanced Cowboy Action Shooting techniques demonstrated by The Lever Action Kid. It highlights rapid engagement with a lever-action rifle, followed by a high-speed transition to dual single-action revolvers. The stage concludes with efficient manual reloading of a side-by-side shotgun.

This video provides an in-depth look at the Mosin-Nagant M91/30 PU Sniper rifle, showcasing its historical significance and operational features. It details the firearm inspection, loading procedures for 7.62x54R rounds, and a live-fire demonstration. The expert handling and clear visuals highlight the rifle's characteristics and performance.

This video details the complex gunsmithing process of reboring a Winchester 1885 Low Wall rifle from a pitted .32 Rimfire to a .357 Magnum. It covers barrel removal, sending it to a specialized shop for reboring and rifling, precise chambering and crowning on a lathe, and converting the action from rimfire to centerfire. The process concludes with barrel marking and finishing.

This video details the internal mechanics and cycle of operation for the Winchester Model 12 pump-action shotgun using a cutaway model. It explains the loading process into the magazine tube, the function of the safety mechanism, and the sequence of firing, extraction, and chambering. The demonstration highlights the hammerless design and the interaction of key components like the extractor and ejector.