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Gunsmithing upper and lower receiver play
You can drill and tap the lower receiver vertically at the rear takedown pin for a nylon tipped setscrew ala POF. That is really only practical for a rifle that won't see field stripping often though and you need a punch or similar to break the rifle down. Think match rifle. The accuwedge is...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Gunsmith Apprenticeship or College Course
This! The additional education you gain from master craftsmen will be priceless when compared to university classes. Real world problems, real world solutions.- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Barrel Vise
Improve your machining skills with a couple of pieces of 2x2 bar stock. Make your own.- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Lathe 1 3/8 spindle bore
My Atrump 1340 rolls with a 1.375 spindle bore and has served well, I was even able to cut and thread a Bushmaster BA-50 through the headstock. Also a fan of the double spider set up but I have a collet closer extension on mine, I just drilled and tapped the extension around the circumference...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing threading for suppressor
^^^what Killswitch said. I use two indicators on a rod when I am dialing in a barrel. One is right at the muzzle and the other is as far outboard from the muzzle as possible. That way I am positive the threads are not only concentric but axially aligned as well.- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Frozen bolt..... I really did this time
Once you get the handle stitched on I think it would be prudent to check your headspace.- bptactical
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Threading a barrel already on action
To a degree, yes. You don't want a brake that has its ports designed for .223 gas impulses. That being said I would feel most any brake designed for the .30 caliber will be fine depending on what you are trying to acheive. I am sure there are some brake gurus here that have forgotten more than I...- bptactical
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- Forum: Bolt Action Rifles
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Threading a barrel already on action
Whether or not the barrel needs to be pulled is going to depend on the lathe your Smith has and how skilled of a machine operator he is. I can thread barrels as short as 16" through my headstock and shorter barrels I can work over the bed. Its just a matter of workholding and fixturing the...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Parkerizing a M40
There are two basic parkerizing processes, zinc phosphate and manganese phosphate. Zinc phosphating (rarely used now)will yield a larger grain, grey hue where the manganese phosphate will yield a finer grained dark charcoal to black color. The greenish hue seen on older firearms is typically...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Looking for jam nut wrench for an AR10/LR308 float tube
I'm very sorry but Enco is in fact a machine tool supply retailer. This set will cover ANY slotted jamb nut you will ever encounter. Hell I even use a pin spanner on BA-50 barrel nuts that I picked up from Enco Look here: Enco - Guaranteed Lowest Prices on Machinery, Tools and Shop Supplies...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Looking for jam nut wrench for an AR10/LR308 float tube
Enco.com You will find what is known as a pin spanner or gland nut wrench. Or if all else fails strap wrench will work. The nut is likely Loctited.- bptactical
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Gunsmithing good gunsmith school to go to??? advice please
Re: good gunsmith school to go to??? advice please Trinidad State College Lassen Yavapai These are degree courses with business management classes. That is one of the most important skills to have. Screw CST, I have seen a good number of their recent graduates and I can tell you they wasted...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Just have to vent to someone....
Re: Just have to vent to someone.... Every customer brings happiness......... Some when they walk in the door, others when they walk out the door- bptactical
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Gunsmithing 3 chuck vs 4 chuck lathe for barrel threading?
Re: 3 chuck vs 4 chuck lathe for barrel threading? <div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: C. Dixon</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Whether its 3,4,5,6 . . . Jaws the nuts n bolts of this is whether or not the operator of the machine can accurately aline...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing sand blast
Re: sand blast Remove all internals as noted above and wash thoroughly with solvent followed by a rinse in laquer thinner. You want to keep your media as grease/oil free as possible. Mask off the ejector as noted. You can damage it by overzealous blasting and you can also kill the temper of...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing Looking for a Gunsmith
Re: Looking for a Gunsmith Check your PM's- bptactical
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Gunsmithing some what unimployed
Re: some what unimployed Take the machining classes. They will benefit you if you pursue the trade. Check with various manufacturers and take Armorers courses as they pop up. Buy every reference you can. Read them. Then you have a little something to bring to the table as far as...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing barrel indication
Re: barrel indication You can always spin it between centers as well. Turn a false muzzle with a spud on it that is a snug slip fit into the bore. Make the spud long enough so it goes into the bore 2-3". This will help alignment, even if the bore has a touch of runout. Although not as...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing D1-4 Spider Chuck
Re: D1-4 Spider Chuck I just made my own. I got a D1-4 backing plate from Lost Creek Machine and turned it down to the spindle OD. Drilled and tapped for 3/8 x 24TPI at 90 degree intervals on the circumference. 3/4" thickness made it plenty stout and by not going with a backplate/spider...- bptactical
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Gunsmithing New Mill Help Please
Re: New Mill Help Please Keep your eyes open on Craigslist and such. If you are willing to travel a bit you can find some great deals. Know any machine shops/factories in your area? It pays to pound the pavement. That's how I found my '66 J head, a little one horse shop wanted to upgrade his...- bptactical
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