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    Ruger SR 556 recoil question...

    ...answered my own question... I've been looking at compensators... let the adjusting begin!
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    Ruger SR 556 recoil question...

    I recently shot my new Ruger SR 556 and found the recoil a lot "softer" than my gas operated system, but the muzzle jump dramatically moves upward and to the right. I found it difficult to hold on target or re-aquire target for followup shots very quickly. Has anyone else experienced this? I'm...
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    Gunsmithing What the heck are these?

    I'm in Sedalia...2/3 the way to KC. Almost took a job in Chesterfield way back in 93...that's when the MO River levee broke and flooded the place, lol...Glad I wasn't there! Btw...one of the balls is broken. You find that out when you try to get it to attach.
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    Gunsmithing What the heck are these?

    They are mic balls...they attach to the thimble and anvil to be used to measure concave surfaces at the lowest point. The user has to calculate the diameters of the balls when reading the mic. They come is different sizes for different sized mic faces too and different manufacturers have...
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    Gunsmithing Any drawback using carbide coolant fed bits in dry machining?

    Depending on the material you're cutting, the cutting point angles and rakes can effect your success. Chad covered things pretty well...
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    Gunsmithing Anyone Care....

    This somebitch is still in awe....want to see more of your contraption! Compliments and comments to follow...(after my eyes get done swellin')
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    Gunsmithing Cleaning Jag Size Question...

    Anybody make their own? I know they're inexpensive but I'm just curious. I need one for my 50 and I've found them online. I can make one faster than It'll take to get here and It's just something to do. My 30 cal jag measures .250". Is .060" per side clearance needed for the patch? And, I would...
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    Gunsmithing can you put a muzzle brake ina tumbler to clean it?

    At best, it would clean it and maybe do some polishing to the exterior...at worst it would do nothing, let us know if it was a good idea :)
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    Gunsmithing 308 headspace gauges

    +20 on PTG...
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    Gunsmithing Surface Hardening compound?

    Do a search for " Kasenit Surface Hardening Compound " I've looked in my regular suppliers and didn't find it. Brownells, or Midway usually carry it, but they are out of stock. Did see some selling on Ebay and a welding supplier may help you out too... Good luck
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    Gunsmithing Lathe Identification and will it work for barrel work

    I notice it has a taper attachment too...great deal for what you'll have in it.
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    Gunsmithing new here and new to the world of gunsmithing

    "A journey of a thousand miles begins with just one step"...boy, are you in for a trip. There is a good source of info with the "Video truing a Remington 700" sticky in this forum. Finding parts and sources will come as you learn more about what you're doing, but time and dedication is what...
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    Greeting from MO...another newbie

    Been lurking for a while and just now got around to introducing myself. Recently started pursuing knowlege and skills for rifle shooting. I'm a tool maker for a local, well known bullet manufacturer and have designed and built my own 50 BMG... (never again will I do such a thing from scratch)...
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    Gunsmithing Broken Tap in Ar15 lower I

    The tap extractor would be the easiest, least expensive way , so long as it was a straight flute style tap. The extractors are designed for the specific number of flutes too. Patience and a little back and forth turning very lightly will be your best method and constantly blow the chip out as...