This video details the light restoration of a circa 1895 Hopkins & Allen Junior 922 .22 rimfire rifle. The process includes cosmetic work on the stock and metal finish, as well as a professional reboring and sleeving of the barrel due to its original use with black powder. The presenter emphasizes the value of restoring old firearms.
Restoring an 1895 Hopkins & Allen Junior 922 .22 rifle involves cosmetic work on the stock and metal finish, plus professional bore reconditioning. A chemical treatment with heat can simulate case coloring, and services like Cylinder and Slide Shop can re-sleeve worn barrels.
This guide details the field stripping process for a 1911 pistol, presented by Roy Huntington, Publisher of American Handgunner. It covers essential safety checks, step-by-step disassembly, and reassembly, emphasizing techniques to prevent damage. An alternative 'cheat' method for faster disassembly is also demonstrated, along with advice on using specialized tools for tight components.
This video showcases an exceptionally rare find: a first-generation 1873 Colt Single Action Peacemaker, discovered via metal detecting in Arizona. The expert speaker details its museum-quality condition, dating it to 1875, and analyzes the authentic patina and wear, including specific gutta-percha grip details and muzzle wear from holster friction. The firearm's discovery context among homestead ruins adds to its historical narrative.
This guide, presented by Roy Huntington, Editor of American Handgunner Magazine, outlines an efficient '5-minute clean' for modern semi-automatic pistols like the Glock 26/27. It emphasizes that over-cleaning is unnecessary and can cause premature wear. The process focuses on targeted cleaning of critical areas like the barrel and slide rails, with minimal lubrication applied only to high-friction points. Proper function checks after reassembly are also highlighted.
