How to Measure Headspace on a Bolt Action Rifle | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

This video details the installation of an MDT chassis system onto a Ruger American Ranch bolt action rifle. The presenter also demonstrates how to tuck a suppressor within the new chassis. The upgrade aims to enhance the rifle's aesthetics and functionality, with plans for future magazine integration and potential optic changes.

This video focuses on the operational aspect of a Mauser bolt-action rifle, specifically demonstrating how to decock the hammer when the rifle is already cocked. It provides a clear visual guide for a specific firearm manipulation, crucial for safe handling and storage of this type of rifle. The content caters to owners and enthusiasts of bolt-action firearms.

This guide details the installation of a TriggerTech aftermarket trigger into a Remington 700 rifle action. The process involves removing the old trigger by carefully driving out two pins and then installing the new trigger with its corresponding pins. The video emphasizes the importance of engaging the safety before pin removal and performing a thorough function check post-installation. It also covers the adjustment of pull weight and mentions the availability of different trigger grades and shoe profiles.

This guide, based on expert analysis by Ian McCollum of Forgotten Weapons, details how to identify dangerous amateur headspace adjustments on an AK-type rifle. It focuses on inspecting the bolt's locking lugs and barrel for signs of grinding and improper machining. The video strongly emphasizes the extreme danger of such modifications and advises consulting a professional gunsmith if identified.

This video details a comprehensive inspection of Ruger AR556 upper receivers, focusing on critical alignment and assembly checks. It covers verifying front sight post and barrel extension alignment, assessing barrel nut torque, measuring gas port size, checking feed ramp compatibility, and diagnosing potential issues with bolt carriers and receiver tolerances affecting magazine compatibility. The expert guide provides step-by-step instructions for these checks, highlighting common problems and their potential impact on firearm function and accuracy.

This guide details the installation of the Ultradyne Pikatini chassis system to build a Precision Rifle Series (PRS) style rifle. It covers attaching the buttstock, adjustable grip, thumb shelf, spigot, and M-LOK weights, followed by the installation of a Remington 700 clone barreled action. The process emphasizes secure component mounting and proper torque for a stable, high-performance rifle.

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.