How to Drill and Tap a Mauser Rifle Receiver for Scope Base Installation | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

This video, presented by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA, offers a detailed gunsmithing guide on how to install a short chambered barrel onto a Mauser 98 bolt action rifle. The demonstration focuses on a method that bypasses the need for a lathe, making it accessible for rifle re-barreling without specialized machinery. This instructional content caters to rifle enthusiasts and those interested in firearm modifications and maintenance.

This video demonstrates a gunsmithing technique for modifying the trigger guard of a Mauser 98 bolt-action rifle. Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA utilizes a hand grinder and files to reshape the typically wide and aesthetically unappealing military trigger guard into a more contoured and refined form. The process focuses on improving the visual appeal of the rifle through hands-on modification.

This video tutorial, presented by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA, demonstrates a gunsmithing technique for modifying the magazine follower of a Mauser 98 bolt-action rifle. The modification allows the bolt to close on an empty magazine, which is a common characteristic of many Mauser designs that prevents accidental dry-firing or chambering of a round when the magazine is depleted. The process focuses on angling the rear of the magazine follower to achieve this functionality.

This video demonstrates the critical gunsmithing process of lapping the locking lugs on a Mauser 98 bolt-action rifle. Larry Potterfield explains how to use Dykem Steel Blue layout fluid and a Baker lug lapping tool with 600 grit compound to achieve at least 80% lug contact. This procedure is essential for improving rifle accuracy and ensuring proper function.

This video provides a detailed gunsmithing tutorial on how to square the receiver face of a Mauser 98 rifle. Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA, guides viewers through the precise process, emphasizing its importance for ensuring the barrel is mounted squarely with the receiver. This critical step is explained as a method to enhance the firearm's potential accuracy. The video library link for more MidwayUSA content is also provided.

This video provides a detailed gunsmithing guide on how to reshape the tang of a Mauser rifle receiver. Larry Potterfield, Founder and CEO of MidwayUSA, demonstrates the process of modifying a Mauser 98 receiver to achieve a more streamlined pistol grip, a common practice when converting military Mausers into sporting rifles. The demonstration covers using layout fluid and scribing guidelines, then employing a mill bastard file for shaping. It also suggests using a grinding wheel or bench grinder for initial bulk material removal on harder metals, transitioning to a file for finer finishing. The video highlights practical techniques and tools for rifle modifications.

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.