How to Make and Install Ebony Stock Inlays Presented by Larry Potterfield | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

This guide details the process of installing an ebony forend tip on a rifle stock, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA. The steps involve precise cutting, sanding, drilling, and gluing to achieve a refined look. This modification is presented as a way to enhance the aesthetic appeal of a rifle stock.

Larry Potterfield, an expert gunsmith, demonstrates a professional method for repairing a stripped wood screw hole in a gun stock, specifically on a Remington Rolling Block No. 7 Target Rifle. He advises against common amateur fixes and details the process of drilling out the hole, inserting a glued walnut dowel, and re-drilling a pilot hole for a secure screw fit. This technique ensures a durable repair for firearm stocks.

Larry Potterfield of MidwayUSA provides an expert guide on cutting sight dovetails into a firearm barrel using a milling machine. The process involves precise setup, marking with layout fluid, milling to a specific depth (0.090 inches), and hand-fitting the sight. This technique is crucial for securely mounting iron sights on custom or repaired firearms.

This guide details the process of crafting a custom grip for a Remington Rolling Block Navy Model Pistol, presented by expert Larry Potterfield. It covers template creation, rough shaping, precise inletting for tangs and the mainspring, drilling, final shaping, and finishing with linseed oil and bone black. The instruction emphasizes meticulous fitting and tool usage for a professional result.

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 guide details the expert process for cleaning a historically significant Remington Rolling Block rifle, emphasizing the preservation of collector value. Larry Potterfield, a professional gunsmith, demonstrates how to remove over a century of grime using specific solvents and abrasives while maintaining the original finish. The procedure includes careful disassembly, cleaning metal and wood components separately, and proper finishing techniques, culminating in crucial safety advice regarding oily rag disposal.

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.