How to Remove the Pistol Grip on a Winchester Model 12 Shotgun | MidwayUSA Gunsmithing

This guide details how to shorten a shotgun stock to achieve a custom Length of Pull (LOP), a crucial adjustment for proper fit and shooting comfort. Master gunsmith Larry Potterfield demonstrates precise measurement techniques, the importance of masking tape to prevent splintering, and the use of specialized tools for a clean, professional result. The process ensures the stock's pitch is correctly set for optimal handling.

This guide details the process of filling wood pores on a gun stock for a superior finish, as demonstrated by Larry Potterfield from MidwayUSA. It emphasizes thorough preparation and the application of a specialized filler, requiring multiple applications and drying periods to achieve a smooth, enhanced wood grain ready for final finishing.

This video focuses on a specific gunsmithing technique for rifle stocks, demonstrating how to point and flute the comb. Larry Potterfield, CEO of MidwayUSA, guides viewers through the process using files to achieve a refined aesthetic for the rifle. The demonstration covers creating a specific angle for the comb point and then cutting and blending flutes along the stock's wrist. This is presented as an accessible modification to enhance the visual appeal of a rifle.

This guide details how to taper and reshape the forend of a rifle stock, specifically a Winchester Model 67, to improve ergonomics and aesthetics. Lead Firearms Instructor Larry Potterfield demonstrates a methodical process using common gunsmithing tools like rasps, files, and templates. The technique involves systematically filing 'flats' to achieve a smooth, rounded profile, transforming a bulky stock into a more comfortable and visually appealing component.

This video provides an expert-level guide to creating a cut-away Winchester Model 12 shotgun, demonstrating its internal mechanics and cycle of operation. Master Gunsmith Larry Potterfield details the disassembly, precise machining process using a JET milling machine, and color-coding of internal parts. The demonstration concludes with a functional explanation of the shotgun's operation using dummy rounds, highlighting its historical significance as Winchester's first hammerless pump-action.

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.

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.