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  1. ManoftheNortH

    Rifle Scopes How to fix stripped action screw reciver

    Hey guys I stripped one of the holes or maybe the action screw but I think the threads on the inside are bad is there anyway I can fix this or a gun smith can? Please give advice thanks!
  2. "Partridge"

    Gunsmithing stripped base screw

    hey i just got a rem 700 p,one of the base screw holes is stripped out.should i retap it with the same size and see if it takes.or go one size larger and be done with it.also if anyone knows the screw/bolt size please share so i can get the tap and bit ordered.
  3. JC Steel

    Gunsmithing stripped base screw

    I have a stripped base screw on my savage BTVS that I cant get out. What tools do I need to get it out or does anyone have any advice. Thanks a ton.
  4. M

    Gunsmithing Remington 700 scope base mounting point stripped?

    I just received a remington model 700 sa that has the front most mounting point stripped out. I installed a Leupold two piece base and the rear screw is tight. I put some locktite on and it seems to be holding fine after about 20 rounds. Would you guys leave it alone or have it repaired? What...
  5. B

    Rear screw holes stripped on 10/22

    I took my 10/22 to the range the other day and it was shooting very poorly and not holding zero. i thought it was a fauly scope and wanted to change to a different scope so i went to change it out last night, i found my issue. both of my rear base mounting holes are stipped, looking for some...
  6. R

    Gunsmithing Stripped AR-15 lower recievers?

    Who has the least expensive quality stripped lowers rite now? I have a few friends who want me to build them AR's + Im thinking of building my self annother one. Ive done some searching and so far im leaning twards Stag arms. $130 bux + shipping + trasfer. Any input?
  7. tlfw

    Gunsmithing How to remove stripped screws on bases

    I have some bases on an action I want removed. I don't know if they were installed with lock-tite or just natures rust that has prevented the screws from coming undone. While trying to remove the screws, they have become stripped. These were alan #8 screws. Any ideas on how to go about...