This guide details the comprehensive restoration of a heavily rusted Sussex Armoury Over-and-Under shotgun, purchased for a minimal cost. Expert instruction covers disassembly, rust removal using power tools, action polishing, stock repair, and field testing. The process highlights detailed gunsmithing techniques for bringing a neglected firearm back to functional and aesthetic condition.
Expert restoration of a $2 Sussex Armoury Over-and-Under 12 Gauge shotgun involved detailed disassembly, rust removal with a power drill and wire wool, action polishing, and stock refurbishment. The 25-inch barreled gun was tested successfully on clay pigeons, though a double discharge incident highlighted the need for thorough safety checks.
This guide details the process of retrofitting a smooth bore shotgun with choke tubes, a modification that enhances versatility. Professional gunsmith Doug Painter and Mitch Shultz of Gunsmithing Ltd. explain the critical step of checking barrel wall thickness. They cover the installation of various chokes for different shooting applications, from waterfowl to target practice, and discuss cost-effectiveness. The guide concludes with essential post-installation steps like patterning and emphasizes firearm safety.
