Remington Shotgun Brazing

This video focuses on the Brownells Service Kit, specifically designed for maintenance and upkeep of Remington 870, 1100, and 11-87 shotguns. It highlights the components and utility of the kit for firearm owners who wish to perform their own service and ensure their shotguns remain in optimal working condition. The content is aimed at owners of these popular Remington firearm models.

This guide details the process of repairing a loose stock and cracked trigger guard on a pre-World War II German drilling. The primary cause identified is wood compression under the action, leading to a loose screw and subsequent stock movement. The repair involves inletting a brass washer to restore proper screw torque, repairing damaged wood with epoxy, and addressing the cracked trigger guard. The video emphasizes understanding the root cause of firearm issues rather than just treating symptoms.

This video from Brownells focuses on a specific firearm modification, demonstrating the installation and functionality of the Timney adjustable trigger for Remington 870, 1100, and 11-87 shotguns. It highlights how to improve the trigger performance on these popular shotgun models. The video aims to provide practical guidance for shotgun owners looking to upgrade their firearms.

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.