How to Finish the Finish on a Gun Stock Presented by Larry Potterfield | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

Larry Potterfield, Founder and CEO of MidwayUSA, demonstrates the intricate Nitre Blueing process for achieving a beautiful, durable finish on small gun parts. This expert guide covers preparation, melting the specialized salts to 650°F, the dipping and carding technique, and final quenching to lock in the vibrant electric blue color. Proper post-treatment oiling is emphasized to prevent rust, ensuring a spectacular and lasting finish.

This guide details how to perform a chamber cast using Cerrosafe alloy, a technique demonstrated by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA. This method is crucial for accurately identifying the chambering of older firearms, like the Remington Rolling Block rifle discussed, when original markings are unclear or absent. The process involves cleaning the bore, plugging it, melting and pouring Cerrosafe, and then measuring the resulting cast to determine the exact cartridge dimensions.

This video explains the process of re-lining a worn firearm bore, often seen in older .22 rifles that were shot with black powder ammunition. The process involves drilling out the old bore and installing a new section of rifled tubing, effectively creating a new barrel. This is typically a job for a competent gunsmith and can restore an old firearm to shooting condition with minimal impact on its appearance.

This video provides an expert-level guide from Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA on how to backbore shotgun barrels, a process essential for removing deep pitting. It details the selection and use of PTG backboring reamers, emphasizing the importance of cutting oil, chip removal, and continuous cutting to achieve a smooth bore. The demonstration highlights the demanding nature of this gunsmithing technique.

This guide details the process of sealing a rifle stock, a crucial step in finishing to prevent moisture absorption. Presented by Larry Potterfield, it covers preparation, application of the Miles Gilbert Stock Re-Finishing Kit Formula #5, and proper drying procedures. The technique emphasizes liberal application and multiple re-applications to ensure complete saturation of the wood grain.

This guide details a professional buttplate repair technique for vintage shotguns, specifically demonstrated on a Remington Model 11, by Larry Potterfield, Founder and CEO of MidwayUSA. The process involves preparing chipped areas, applying a custom-mixed epoxy filler, shaping the cured material, and restoring the checkering pattern for a near-invisible repair. This expert-level instruction highlights practical gunsmithing skills for maintaining classic firearms.

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.