Kennedy Addendum: AFTER Anvil 106

This video details the process of 'resurrecting' the 44 Henry cartridge by modifying modern lever-action rifles. It explains the historical context of the 44 Henry Rimfire and Centerfire rounds, their performance characteristics, and the limitations of modern reproductions. The core of the instruction focuses on using a modified carrier to reliably feed shorter, straight-wall cartridges like 45 Cowboy Special or cut-down 44 Special in rifles originally designed for longer cartridges, enabling a more historically accurate shooting experience.

This guide details the disassembly and reassembly of an Arisaka Type 30 bolt, focusing on replacing a cracked safety/sear component. The process involves careful compression of the firing pin assembly to separate the split bolt halves and precise reassembly. The video also covers reloading for the .257 Roberts cartridge and troubleshooting sight issues on a sporterized Arisaka.

This guide provides a detailed, step-by-step procedure for fixing a common tight bolt issue on Mosin Nagant rifles, specifically demonstrated on a Finn M39 variant. Expert instruction from Eric of Moss Pawn & Gun details how to identify and rectify the problem by carefully filing and peening the bolt face edges, resulting in a significantly smoother bolt operation. The video emphasizes practical gunsmithing techniques for maintaining military surplus firearms.

This video addresses issues with KAK NP3 dual ejector bolts, specifically focusing on damaged and bent ejector pins. The instructor demonstrates how bent ejector pins can cause sluggish ejector function and emphasizes the importance of proper installation of roll pins or spiral pins to prevent binding. The content highlights a common problem encountered in AR-15 bolt carrier groups.

This guide details the process of replacing the firing pin spring in a Remington 700 rifle. It outlines the use of a cord and dime trick for initial spring compression, followed by a specialized jig for full decompression and pin removal. The steps cover disassembly, spring replacement, and reassembly, emphasizing careful alignment and tension management. The video suggests this maintenance may address accuracy issues, though the demonstration showed minimal impact.

This video provides an expert-level examination of a battle-worn Berthier 1907-15 rifle, detailing its WWI history through various markings and modifications. Ian McCollum, a recognized firearms expert, explains the rifle's development, colonial use, and its role as a substitute standard infantry arm. The analysis covers production details, arsenal markings, German capture stamps, and evidence of depot-level repairs, offering deep insights into French military logistics and firearm evolution during the Great War.

This guide details the expert gunsmithing process of sleeving a Peabody rifle's chamber to .45-70 Government, as demonstrated by Mark Novak. The modification involves precise machining on a lathe and milling machine to adapt the breech and extractor for the larger cartridge. Crucially, the rifle is only safe for black powder loads due to structural modifications.

This guide details a meticulous, conservation-focused restoration of a flood-damaged Mauser K98, led by Master Gunsmith Mark Novak. It covers advanced techniques for rust removal, wood repair, and finish preservation, emphasizing the importance of retaining historical integrity over achieving a pristine appearance. Novak's expertise is evident in his use of specialized tools and adherence to established gunsmithing principles from authors like Jerry Kuhnhausen.

This guide details the firing sequence of the 1918 Chauchat light machine gun as demonstrated by expert Mark Novak. It covers safe handling, live fire, and a detailed analysis of the weapon's unique long-recoil action using slow-motion footage. Novak's expertise is evident in his proficient handling and clear explanation of the mechanical operation.

This video details the conservation of a barn-found LC Smith 20 Gauge shotgun. Mark Novak demonstrates critical steps including barrel solder testing, proper disassembly with fitted tools, and analysis of the stock's inherent weaknesses. The conservation process involves boiling metal parts to convert rust to black oxide and treating the wood with oil, followed by meticulous reassembly and a successful test fire.