This particular class is the Advanced Machine Shop class. As the name implies, it has some pre-requisites. The class is basically geared towards chambering barrels, but other projects are also permitted. I wanted to build a precision bolt action rifle. So, I spent the week blueprinting the action and doing the related barrel work. Obviously, this is not going to be an absolute guide to chambering and fitting a barrel. But I wanted to give you an idea of what it does entail.
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3 Tips for Keeping Your Rifle Zeroed – Preventative Maintenance
Updated: July 21, 2018There’s nothing worse than having the zero on your rifle shift or change. I’ve had it happen on several occasions and it can be a frustrating experience. Below are three things that I’ve started doing that have helped prevent loss of zero on my rifles.
Clean Your Guns With the Ultimate Setup: Tipton Ultra Gun Vise and Max Force Rod
Updated: October 11, 2017The Tipton Ultra Gun Vise and Max Force Cleaning Rods are exactly what you need this winter to keep your guns clean, dry and operational.
SIG P320 80 Percent Kits Around the Corner from Ghost Guns
Updated: June 13, 2017Ghost Guns, a specialist in 80 percent receiver kits, is working on an 80 percent frame compatible with SIG Sauer’s new P320.
Got Buyback? Here’s the Simplest Homemade Pistol
Updated: October 13, 2016Mark Serbu of Serbu Firearms is gauging interest on an extremely simple homemade single-shot rimfire pistol kit. The design is super-cheap and can be made with hand tools.
Scope Mounting Made Easy With Wheeler Engineering Kit
Updated: October 12, 2016Purchase the product reviewed in this piece by clicking this link: To enter the Midsouth Shooters’ GunsAmerica Giveaway contest, click this link: https://www.midsouthshooterssupply.com/landingpages/gunsamericagiveaway.aspx There are few things on this earth as satisfying as successfully completing a project with your own two hands. Little gunsmithing projects invoke some of the same feelings and one of the [...]
Desert Tech Update: Smart Phone HUD App and MDR Bullpup Scheduled for Q4
Updated: September 7, 2016Desert Tech is launching a new app that puts a heads-up display on your smart phone. The company has also announced a new release date for the MDR bullpup.
New Schematic Mats and AK Tools from Real Avid–SHOT Show 2016
Updated: January 25, 2016Looking for a cleaning mat that will show exactly how to strip a gun, and keep all of the parts neatly organized–and for less than $20? Check out Real Avid.
What Makes a Gunsmithing Screwdriver Different?
Updated: September 23, 2015You shouldn’t take a normal flat-head screwdriver to your guns. Trust me. I know. What should you use instead? Time for a bit of gunsmithing expertise from the American Gunsmithing Institute.
Build an AR-15: Tools and Materials
Updated: July 10, 2015In our continuing coverage of the ins-and-outs of AR-15 construction, we’re going to break it down. The rifle, that is–and the tool box. Ever seen a list of all of the parts of an AR-15? It is long. So put together a checklist, and make sure you have all the tools. If you are going to build an AR-15, you will need to be at least somewhat organized.