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    Gunsmithing M40A3-5 Clip (lug) slot print

    Hi, Anyone have the A3 slot print? I saw the thread of the A1, and an old one where George at GAP posted an A3 print- but that was taken down. Thank you
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    F T/R Competition F TR build question- bottom metal bbl channel questions

    Hi, I am going to build an F TR rifle on a 700 action. I have this stock WO an inlet- I plan on sending it off to mcmillian to be inletted http://www.sinclairintl.com/gun-parts-tools-accessories/firearm-parts/bolt-action-rifle-parts/stocks/mcmillan-f-class-rifle-stocks-prod53532.aspx?dym=y...
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    Gunsmithing Bandsaw blade question

    I have a Powermatic 143 metal cutting bandsaw. I want to cut some 1/8" o1 flatdstock for knife blades. What kind of blade should I be using? Should the speed be all the way down. It hasn't been working so well
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    Gunsmithing Chamber flush system questions

    Hi, A few questions. Been reading about these things for years 1. My basic understanding is there are two loops from the pump. One that has a ball valve and cycles to the tank to control pressure and the other to the barrel. Is this correct? 2. Can anyone help me source the pump...
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    Gunsmithing I guess I rolled a chip in this chamber?

    Hi, I cut my chambers pretty slow. Lots of oil, lots of compressed air, Never had this happen before. 223 Wylde Manson reamer, Shilen Select match rifle Take a look below the shoulder: Gun shoots, but i am unsure how to fix it. Maybe set it back a thread? Any ideas? Any help is...
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    Gunsmithing Stiller bolt nose recess?

    I have a stiller 300 win mag bolt face with an m16 extractor. What siZe recess do you guys use?
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    Gunsmithing Barrel blank rack

    How are you guys storing your blanks? I was thinking about welding something up and wanted to see what everyone was doing.
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    Gunsmithing 338 Norma Mag Reamer question

    Hi, PTG sent me a 338 Norma Magnum reamer labeled .2251 FB 1degree-30 I asked for a standard reamer. Is this correct? Thanks!
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    Gunsmithing Question: Hermes Engraver for barrel markings: which bit

    Hi, I just bought a motorized hermes pantograph. Its the same as this, only older Gravograph - IM3 - Engraving Pantograph I was playing with it without the motor on and it worked fairly well. I wasn't having great success on stainless barrels stock with the motor running the motor. I...
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    Gunsmithing Who predrills their chambers?

    Just wondering who predrills their chambers? I'm considering trying it. Also thinking about maybe running a boring bar after the drill to get everything concentric- maybe an unneeded step? I currently take small cuts, shut everything down, clean, lubricate and do it again. It works...
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    Chandler m14s???

    I saw this on gunbroker: IBA Chandler Springfield Armory NM M1A : Semi Auto Rifles at GunBroker.com I knew he was into bolt guns and was one of the few smiths back in the day, but didn't know about the M1As.
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    Gunsmithing Cerakote on a Deviant action- question

    I just finished the metalwork on a Defiance Machine Deviant short action. I'm going to coat it in Cerakote- do you guys think I should coat the M16 extractor? It looks like it is in the white....
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    Gunsmithing Who laps their barrel tenon threads?

    Does anyone here lap in their barrel tenon threads? I've read about a couple guys doing it and saw it in the Gritters/Grizzly video. I never have and was wondering if it was worth a shot.
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    223 AI loads for 69, 77 and 80 SMKs with RL15

    Hi, I have fire formed my Lapua brass and now want to work up some loads. FYI its a Stiller action, Bartlein 23.73" bbl, AICS 2.0 and Sworoski Z6I 3-18 with the little turret thing. I have 69 SMK, 77 SMK, 80 SMK, and 77 Scener-Ls, but I only have a pound of Varget. I am basically stuck with...
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    Gunsmithing PTG barrel fluting cutter

    Hi, I ordered a 3/16" PTG barrel fluting cutter. What RPM, depth of cut and feed rate (per inch) are you guys using to flute stainless barrels? I'll be running it on a Bridgeport with a power feed. https://shop.pacifictoolandgauge.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&products_id=107...
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    Gunsmithing M700 receiver truing questions

    Hi, I've trued receivers mostly with a Manson kit, and only single pointed on a lathe once. I had a few questions on how everyone does it: 1: After you locate the root of existing threads, do you feed the cutter straight in, or at 29.5 degrees? 2: Do you use high speed steel or carbide...
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    Gunsmithing Action truing fixture idea

    Hi, I've been using one of those big aluminum ones from Viper's Benchrest. I am thinking about making a shorter one, with the screws offset to work in between the jaws of my four jaw chucks. I've determine it needs to be at least 4.5" long so I can grab the action on the front and back of...
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    Gunsmithing Boring bar recommendation

    Hi, Can someone recommend a boring bar for opening up muzzle brakes? I guess I need to bore from .243" (.223+.020) and up. I don't need it to feed coolant. Its for a G4003G lathe. Thank you
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    Help me pick a bbl contour

    I need help building another 308 rifle. Short history: I am an experienced competitive shooter who shooters pistols and carbines regularly, and long guns on occasion. My last build was a 700 action with a Mike Rock m40 profile 1/11.25 25" long bbl in an AICS 2.0 chassis with Leupold m3 3.5-10...
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    Gunsmithing Remington 700 Action Screw Size

    Does anyone know what thread size the action screws are on a rem 700?