Gunsmithing - Relaying the Rib on a Side-by-Side Shotgun by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA

This comprehensive guide details the intricate process of repairing and maintaining fine British side-by-side shotguns, drawing on the expertise of veteran English-trained gunsmith Jack Rowe. It covers essential gunsmithing techniques such as action tightening, rejoining barrels, sear adjustment, and troubleshooting automatic ejectors. The discussion also delves into the historical context of gunsmithing tools and methods, the specifics of trigger pull weights, and the critical safety considerations for Damascus barrels.

This video offers an introduction to British side-by-side shotguns, featuring insights from firearm expert John F. 'Jack' Rowe, who has extensive experience in maintaining and repairing fine shotguns. Rowe shares his knowledge, with this filming facilitated by his desire to pass on his expertise and the shared passion for gunsmithing and knowledge dissemination by MidwayUSA and Larry Potterfield. The description highlights Rowe's lifetime dedication to shotgun care and repair.

This comprehensive guide details the advanced gunsmithing process for repairing a Remington Model 1900 KED Grade double barrel shotgun. Master Gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates the fabrication of a new forend latch spring and the repair of 'off-face' barrels using shimming techniques. The video covers heat treatment, precision fitting, and testing, offering expert insights into restoring vintage firearms.

This guide details the process of fitting a forend iron to the wood of a side-by-side shotgun, a task that can be complex. Expert instructor Larry Potterfield demonstrates the use of specialized tools like wood chisels and inletting black to achieve a precise fit. The steps involve preparing the wood, identifying contact points with inletting black, carefully chiseling away excess material, and then installing the iron's various components and the forend tip.

This video details how to inspect a side-by-side shotgun for a loose rib, a common issue that can lead to costly repairs. It covers visual checks for rib alignment and solder integrity, and introduces the 'tap test' using a brass hammer to differentiate between tight and loose solder joints by sound.

This guide details the advanced gunsmithing process of creating new leaf springs for British side-by-side shotguns, as demonstrated by English-trained gunsmith Jack Rowe. The process involves shaping spring steel bar stock, heat treating, hardening, and tempering to achieve the correct tension and elasticity. This technique is crucial as replacement springs are often unavailable.

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.