WD40 and Browning Double Auto

This video details the initial disassembly steps for the Browning Maxus shotgun, focusing on safety and component removal. Key actions include ensuring the firearm is unloaded, operating the speed lock lever for forearm removal, and carefully disassembling the bolt and trigger housing. Proper technique is emphasized to prevent damage during these procedures.

This video details the proper cleaning procedure for a Browning BPS shotgun, emphasizing a methodical approach to ensure all parts are addressed. It covers barrel cleaning with solvent and brushes, cleaning the trigger assembly without full disassembly, and maintaining the receiver and action parts. The guide stresses thoroughness in inspection before moving to lubrication.

This video details the proper cleaning procedure for a Browning A5 shotgun, emphasizing component-specific cleaning methods. It covers barrel cleaning using solvents and brushes, cleaning the barrel extension with Q-tips, and using aerosol cleaners for the trigger group, receiver, and bolt assembly. The presenter advises against full trigger group disassembly for routine cleaning and highlights the importance of wiping down smaller parts before reassembly.

This video details the final steps of reassembling a Browning Maxus shotgun. Key actions include correctly seating the bolt, installing the trigger housing with pins, and properly reassembling the gas system and barrel. A thorough function check, including safety and trigger operation, is emphasized before final cleaning.

This video details the repair of a cracked Browning 725 shotgun stock, including disassembly, epoxy injection using a drill bit as a hydraulic piston, and reinforcement with threaded rods. It also covers straightening a bent adjustable butt plate and reassembly. The presenter, Mark Novak, shares insights into the Browning 725's internal mechanics while the repair sets.

This YouTube video provides a quick and easy guide to cleaning a shotgun, specifically featuring a 1976 B25 Browning D3 model. The presenter, George from Premier Guns, demonstrates the entire process, highlighting the importance of regular cleaning. The video covers the necessary cleaning supplies like a cleaning bag, Bisley rod, copper brush, jag, and mop, as well as cleaning agents such as CCL Wax, Tetra Gun Grease, and Bisley Bore Cleaner. It also includes sections on shotgun disassembly, cleaning the barrel, forend, stock, and action, followed by reassembly and final thoughts. The tutorial is designed for shotgun owners looking for an efficient cleaning method.

This video details a complex gunsmithing process to convert a rare Peabody Rifle from its original 11.15 Romanian Beaumont chambering to .45-70 Government using a sleeve from a Swiss Vetterli barrel. The conversion involves extensive machining of the barrel and breech block, fitting a new extractor, and carefully modifying the chamber for reliable feeding. Crucially, the modification is deemed safe only for black powder loads due to significant thinning of the breech block.

This video details the conservation-focused restoration of a severely flood-damaged Mauser K98. Mark Novak emphasizes preserving original finish over aggressive cleaning, using techniques like rust conversion boiling and careful scraping. Key steps include disassembling the rifle, treating rust with boiling and carding, steaming dents from the wood, and repairing the handguard with polyurethane glue.

This video provides a practical, live-fire demonstration of the 1918 Chauchat light machine gun, focusing on its unique long-recoil action. Mark Novak showcases the weapon's cycling in slow-motion, highlighting the reciprocating barrel and bolt assembly. The demonstration emphasizes the historical significance and operational mechanics of this WWI-era firearm.

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.