Is the Springfield 1903 Still Safe? Receiver Heat-Treatment Explained
Throughout the service life of the American Springfield 1903 Rifle, there were a number of rifles that had the receivers burst due to faulty heat treatment. […]
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The Brownells BRN-180: A Complete Look Inside and Out
The BRN-180 is a short-stroke gas piston design based on AR-180. The upper receiver will work on any Mil-Spec AR-15 lower, adding to its versatility. […]
How to Recut Checkering on a Gunstock
To recut the checkering on a gun stock, go over each line with a checkering tool. Each line must be cut multiple times until the desired depth is achieved. […]
CZ-457 Accuracy: The Most Affordable Way to Accurize Your CZ
Bolt shims are the most affordable way to improve the accuracy of your CZ-457 rifle. They will tighten your groups and make your rifle more consistent. […]
How to Use WD-40 on Your Guns: Don’t!
WD-40 will dissolve fouling in your gun but won’t remove it. It evaporates quickly, making it a poor lubricant. WD-40 should rarely be considered for guns. […]
How to Clean and Lube an Over/Under Shotgun
Cleaning the over/under shotgun is very straightforward and easy. Field strip the shotgun by removing the forearm and barrels and clean it of any debris. […]
The Complete History of the Lyman Alaskan Scope
The Lyman Alaskan is one of the finest scopes ever made in America. It was mfg’d from 1939-1957 and hit the market just as telescopic sights became popular. […]
Gun Bluing Basics: All of the Methods Gunsmiths Use
There are five methods of gun bluing that gunsmiths use today. Knowing which method to use and apply will improve the outcome of the blued metal finish. […]
The Winchester Model 43: Really the Poor Man’s Model 70?
Manufactured from 1948 to 1953, the Winchester Model 43 was chambered for the 25-20 Win, 32-20 Win, 218 Bee, and 22 Hornet cartridges. […]
A Montana Deer Hunt with Classic Rifles
A successful Montana whitetail deer hunt with two vintage rifles. […]