Why Everyone Likes Lever Actions

This guide details the installation process for the Magpul ELG Marlin handguard. It covers removing the factory components, preparing the new handguard, selecting the correct clamp, and securely attaching it to Marlin 1894 and 336 models. Proper torque specifications and alignment are emphasized for a safe and effective installation.

This guide details the installation of WOOX Bravado stocks (buttstock and forend) on a Henry X Model lever action rifle chambered in .45-70. The process involves disassembling the original furniture, including removing the forend by tapping out a dovetail retainer and then installing the new Bravado forend insert. The buttstock replacement is simpler, involving the removal of a single screw. The WOOX Bravado features include M-LOK slots, QD sling mounts, a cheek riser, and a textured grip, enhancing both aesthetics and functionality.

This guide details the process of customizing a Marlin 1894 lever-action rifle, focusing on suppressor installation and optic mounting. The video highlights the benefits of a suppressed .357 Magnum rifle for reduced recoil and noise, making it suitable for various applications including hunting and recreational shooting. Expert insights cover historical context, custom gunsmithing, and ballistic performance comparisons.

This expert-level entry details the Marlin Model 1894 lever-action rifle, focusing on its historical context as a farm implement and its potential for modern customization. It highlights specific upgrades like Marble sights and a Redman barrel liner for improved accuracy. The entry also delves into the intricacies of bullet casting and reloading, including the re-engineering of a Winchester bullet mold for hollow-point projectiles, emphasizing its suitability for small game and varmints.

This video showcases a custom Star Wars-themed Boba Fett Marlin 1894 lever-action rifle chambered in .44 Magnum, produced by WWG Co-Pilot. Created for the 2015 Shot Show, the rifle features a battle-worn aesthetic. The description provides contact information for MK3 Firearms for price quotes and custom build inquiries, including their email, phone number, and website, as well as their social media handles on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram.

This guide details the 'Cruiser Ready' condition for home defense shotguns, as explained by Chris Baker. It prioritizes safety by keeping the chamber empty while ensuring rapid deployment. The method involves a loaded magazine tube, empty chamber, unlocked slide, and safety off, with a recommendation to load one round less than capacity to preserve magazine spring life.

This entry details the FBI's ill-fated adoption of the 10mm Auto and the Smith & Wesson Model 1076, exploring the historical context, technical challenges, and the subsequent shift to .40 S&W. It highlights the critical role of ballistics testing, the evolution of handgun cartridges, and the impact of law enforcement procurement decisions on firearm development.

This review provides an in-depth look at the Chiappa 1892 Alaskan Takedown lever-action rifle, highlighting its unique takedown feature, performance, and potential drawbacks. The expert assessment notes the rifle's smooth action and crisp trigger, while also pointing out cosmetic defects and suggesting practical modifications for improved handling and ergonomics. It's presented as a packable option for various outdoor applications.

This guide details essential shotgun reloading techniques for defensive scenarios, as demonstrated by Chris Baker of Lucky Gunner Ammo and Darryl Bolke of Hardwired Tactical. It covers proactive 'topping off' and emergency reloads using both 'brass down' and 'brass up' methods, emphasizing consistency and reliability under stress. The Remington 870 is used as the primary example firearm.