How to Inlet a Semi-Inletted Rifle Stock Presented by Larry Potterfield | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

This guide details the expert process of fitting a custom shotgun stock, as demonstrated by master craftsman Jim Greenwood. It covers the initial assessment, hand-shaping of the wood blank, critical adjustments to comb height and cast, and pattern plate testing to ensure optimal point of aim and impact. A custom stock allows a shooter to achieve their maximum potential by providing consistent and comfortable mounting.

This guide details the process of installing a short-chambered barrel on a Remington Model 700 action, as demonstrated by expert gunsmith Larry Potterfield. It covers essential tools, precise measurements, and the critical steps of chambering and headspacing using specialized gauges and reamers. The instruction emphasizes methodical work and safety, crucial for achieving proper firearm function and accuracy.

This video demonstrates the process of setting the drop on a semi-inletted buttstock, a crucial step in gunsmithing. Larry Potterfield, founder of MidwayUSA, guides viewers through using a straight edge clamped to the barrel rib to mark the desired drop on the buttstock. He then details filing the comb and heel to the marks and connecting them with a flat surface. The demonstration utilizes a Parker Brothers sidelock double shotgun, showcasing a practical application of this gunsmithing technique.

This guide details the advanced gunsmithing technique of inletting a wooden buttstock for a Remington Rolling Block Rifle, as demonstrated by expert Larry Potterfield. It covers initial machining with a milling machine, precise channel cutting, and critical hand-fitting using chisels and inletting black to achieve a perfect fit between wood and metal components.

This video demonstrates the process of fitting a semi-inletted replacement stock to a Stevens 5100 double-barrel shotgun. It highlights the necessary adjustments, including drilling and chiseling, to achieve a proper fit. The segment also touches on the challenge of finding generalist gunsmiths in the current market.

This video delves into the rich history and technical evolution of the Remington Model 700. It highlights the rifle's design origins, its competitive landscape against rivals like the Winchester Model 70, and its significant adoption by the U.S. military for sniper roles. The discussion emphasizes the Model 700's inherent accuracy potential, stemming from its robust design and suitability for gunsmithing modifications like 'blueprinting'.

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.