High Standard K1200 upgrades- replaced the crap pistol grip with a walnut stock

This guide details the installation of WOOX Bravado stocks (buttstock and forend) on a Henry X Model lever action rifle chambered in .45-70. The process involves disassembling the original furniture, including removing the forend by tapping out a dovetail retainer and then installing the new Bravado forend insert. The buttstock replacement is simpler, involving the removal of a single screw. The WOOX Bravado features include M-LOK slots, QD sling mounts, a cheek riser, and a textured grip, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.

This video demonstrates the interchangeability of trigger groups between a JC Higgins Model 20 and a High Standard K1200 riot shotgun. The presenter highlights that trigger groups can be swapped 100% and function in each gun, even after modifications like grinding down a pistol grip trigger group.

Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA demonstrates how to reshape a factory rifle stock for a more personalized fit. This expert guide covers initial measurements, using specialized rasps like Nicholson #49 and #50, and precise tools like Starrett calipers to achieve a slimmer forend, refined pistol grip, and blended receiver area. The process aims to improve handling and aesthetics, referencing classic custom rifle designs.

Larry Potterfield, an expert gunsmith from MidwayUSA, demonstrates a simple yet effective technique for repairing natural wood defects in firearm stocks. This method utilizes common materials like shellac and sanding dust to create a seamless filler that perfectly matches the surrounding wood, ensuring a professional finish. The process is detailed and suitable for intermediate DIY enthusiasts looking to enhance their firearm's aesthetics.

This guide details a professional method for refinishing a Remington Model 11 shotgun stock, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA. The technique involves thinning stock finish with mineral spirits and sanding it into the walnut wood to fill the grain, creating a durable and aesthetically pleasing satin finish. The process emphasizes progressive application and sanding with finer grits for optimal results.

This guide details a DIY shotgun stock repair for a vintage Stevens Model 77H, addressing wood rot using a walnut patch and Brownells Acraglas. The expert instruction covers precise preparation, mechanical pinning for added strength, and specialized clamping techniques for a durable, aesthetically pleasing repair. The method emphasizes grain alignment and surface preparation for optimal adhesion.

This review focuses on a vintage 1980s Smith & Wesson Model 60 'no dash' revolver, identified as a new favorite by the reviewer. The expert firearm collector highlights key vintage features such as the pinned barrel, hammer-mounted firing pin, and original wooden grips. The revolver's history of ownership in Concord, Massachusetts, adds to its provenance.

This review by Cranky Gun Reviews provides a detailed, analytical comparison of three minimalistic .22LR survival rifles: the Chiappa Little Badger, Ruger 10/22 Takedown, and Henry US Survival. The expert reviewer assesses each rifle based on critical survival criteria including deployment speed, portability, weight, capacity, ergonomics, sights, floating ability, and price, offering practical insights for choosing the best option for specific needs.

This review of the Savage Model 301 break-action shotgun highlights its budget-friendly nature, ideal for survival scenarios. The expert demonstrates its simple operation, safety features like the hammer block transfer bar, and easy two-piece takedown for portability. Performance with various .410 bore ammunition types is discussed, along with its value proposition under $200.

This guide details a DIY approach to handloading 410 shotshells, focusing on cost savings and utilizing repurposed tools alongside specific MEC press components. The process involves trimming 3-inch shells to 2.5 inches, depriming, resizing with a dedicated die, and priming. It then covers measuring powder (14 grains of Winchester 296), seating wads, adding shot (half an ounce of #6), and performing both pre-crimping and final crimping using MEC accessories. The presenter emphasizes the challenges of achieving perfect crimps without a full MEC press setup.