How to Lap the Locking on a Bolt Action Mauser 98 Rifle | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

This guide details the installation of a Timney Trigger onto a Savage Stevens 334 rifle, as demonstrated by Chris Cerino. The process involves transferring the factory safety components and utilizing specific Allen wrenches for a precise fit. The upgrade significantly reduces trigger pull weight from the factory 5.5-6.0 lbs to a crisp 2.1-2.7 lbs, enhancing the rifle's shootability and value.

This guide covers the general operation and maintenance of the Belgian Mauser Model 1935, a bolt-action rifle with a rich history. It emphasizes safety, familiarization with its Mauser 98 pattern action, and basic cleaning procedures. The rifle, chambered in 7.65x53mm Belgian, was a significant piece of Belgian military hardware during the interwar period.

This guide details the reassembly of a Ruger American Rifle equipped with an AI/AR style magazine well, presented by an official Ruger Technical Representative. It emphasizes critical safety protocols, the use of specialized tools, and precise torque specifications for a secure and reliable installation. The steps cover securing the barreled action, installing the mag well, and correctly fitting the magazine latch mechanism.

This guide details the rust bluing process for a Yugo K98K Mauser, as demonstrated by Mark Novak and Bob. It covers meticulous surface preparation, chemical application for controlled oxidation, and steam/boiling treatments to achieve an armory-fresh finish. The video emphasizes DIY solutions for steaming and warns against common mistakes during the finishing stages.

This guide details the barrel tuning process for the French FR-G1 and FR-G2 sniper rifles, focusing on adjusting the flash hider to optimize accuracy. The process involves loosening, repositioning, and re-tightening the flash hider to align with the barrel's rifling. Expert instruction is provided on this advanced firearm maintenance technique.

This guide details the process of modifying a military Mauser 98 magazine follower for sporterizing, a common practice to improve functionality. Larry Potterfield from MidwayUSA demonstrates how to bevel the rear of the follower from its original 90-degree angle to a 45-degree angle, similar to commercial versions. This modification is crucial for ensuring smooth bolt closure when the magazine is empty. The process involves simple filing techniques, making it an accessible gunsmithing task for enthusiasts.

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.