http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/-t1.htm This forum is for gunsmithing questions and help, general maintenance and repair. Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:09:09 GMT 10 http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e93/vanrobinson/newbanner2.jpg http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/-t1.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/cerama-coat-t2903.htm crossedcannons45 im thinking of doing some customization to the finish on my 1911 (see avatar) by making the top of my SS slide and the areas in the bottoms of the slide serrations black in order to reduce glare and look cool (in respective order) i was considering using wheeler cerama-cote or something similar to do so i was also planning on using masking tape and an xacto knife to mark off areas then painting and baking...does anyone have better suggestions since i honestly dont know what the hell im doing Gunsmithing Tue, 17 Nov 2009 03:09:09 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/cerama-coat-t2903.htm#24540 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/cerama-coat-t2903.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/dry-fire-does-it-damage-a-modern-firearm-t2006.htm msredneck I remember not that long ago I used to "cringe" when someone dry fired a weapon. Now I don't give it a second thought. So what I'd like to discuss is why or why not dry fire a weapon? I guess we might need to clarify the weapon type. Maybe the older Colt SA revolvers or antique guns should NOT be dry fired...while something like a modern Glock or Springfield XDM would not matter? How about Bolt guns...I always dry fire my bolt guns before putting them up so that the springs ... Gunsmithing Mon, 31 Aug 2009 19:08:19 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/dry-fire-does-it-damage-a-modern-firearm-t2006.htm#17663 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/dry-fire-does-it-damage-a-modern-firearm-t2006.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/pontotoc-american-arms-t1272.htm jbpmidas Has anyone dealt with Pontotoc American Arms? I am wanting to have some work done on my Colts, and would like some information before I leave EDC or prized handgun with them! Gunsmithing Tue, 30 Jun 2009 12:32:10 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/pontotoc-american-arms-t1272.htm#11503 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/pontotoc-american-arms-t1272.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/tired-of-launching-takedown-detent-pins-t2673.htm muddawg95yj You need to make one of these simple tools... This particular one is made out of about a 20 penny nail. Basically, you stick the tool through the hole where the takedown pin goes from the left side of the receiver. Insert the spring and detent through the hole in the tool and into the receiver. You will have to get something small enough to go through the hole to compress the spring. (I used a drill bit) Next, simply turn the tool 90 degrees and the pin is held in. Then just line the takedown ... Gunsmithing Wed, 28 Oct 2009 13:58:15 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/tired-of-launching-takedown-detent-pins-t2673.htm#22727 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/tired-of-launching-takedown-detent-pins-t2673.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/anyone-get-a-bbl-threaded-locally-central-ms-t2617.htm MrClean Curious, last time I sent mine off to Advanced Armament. Excellent work, as you would expect. But if there is someone good local I would much rather support them this go round. Any suggestions? Gunsmithing Wed, 21 Oct 2009 22:46:53 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/anyone-get-a-bbl-threaded-locally-central-ms-t2617.htm#22228 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/anyone-get-a-bbl-threaded-locally-central-ms-t2617.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/rechambering-t2585.htm mt3006 I love guns, but a gunsmith I am not. Therefore I will ask the question here, what would it take to rechamber a .357 mag rifle to a .35 remington. The rifle in question is a handi rifle. Also is anyone aware of someone that could do this in the hattiesburg area or at least close and what the cost would be. Thanks in advance. Gunsmithing Sun, 18 Oct 2009 01:58:23 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/rechambering-t2585.htm#21948 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/rechambering-t2585.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/encore-35-whelen-t2519.htm wharrison If you are having trouble with missfires with our Thompson Center Encore in .35 Whelen then contact George Barry in Indianola, home is 662-887-5792. He can do an alteration that will make factory rounds headspace. Even Hornady called him up and wanted to know what he was doing. Gunsmithing Thu, 08 Oct 2009 20:58:46 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/encore-35-whelen-t2519.htm#21413 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/encore-35-whelen-t2519.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/how-to-refinish-a-wood-stock-that-has-checkering-t2477.htm mhead I'm sure this has been asked before but I couldn't find it .I want to refinish the stock on my browning .22 automatic what do I do about the checkering ? Gunsmithing Fri, 02 Oct 2009 22:37:40 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/how-to-refinish-a-wood-stock-that-has-checkering-t2477.htm#21159 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/how-to-refinish-a-wood-stock-that-has-checkering-t2477.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-chief-s-special-model-36-t2425.htm Roosty
Thanks,

Rusty]]> Gunsmithing Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:09:36 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-chief-s-special-model-36-t2425.htm#20745 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-chief-s-special-model-36-t2425.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/gunsmiths-in-mississippi-t126.htm slabsides45 Thought it might be helpful to have members post the names of gunsmiths they have used and been pleased with throughout the state. Kinda a public service thingy. I'll start: In NW Mississippi, I have used and continue to use Lee Thomas in Nesbit. His phone number is (662) 429-3701. He has done the following for me: reliability job on a 1911 carry pistol; action smoothing and bluing job on a Marlin 1895 guide gun; Glock repair and new sights installation; installed new sights ... Gunsmithing Fri, 24 Apr 2009 14:30:30 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/gunsmiths-in-mississippi-t126.htm#824 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/gunsmiths-in-mississippi-t126.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/replacement-stock-t408.htm .264 Win. Mag. I need a stock that will fit a 20 ga. Remington 1100 Magnum. This gun fires 2 3/4", as well as 3" magnum shells. I would prefer a factory original with diamond on grip cap, but that may be like finding a needle in a haystack. My next preference would be a camo composite, if one is available to fit this particular shotgun model. Then I would need to replace both butt stock as well as the forearm. Either way, I don't really care. Can anyone steer me to someone that would know what I need? ... Gunsmithing Sat, 09 May 2009 20:03:52 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/replacement-stock-t408.htm#3506 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/replacement-stock-t408.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/stock-glock-barrel-stainless-steel-or-carbon-steel-t2094.htm msredneck Gonna shoot some Moly coated bullets in my G17 Recommended clean up procedure: Stainless steel barrels only 50/50 mixture of hydrogen peroxide and vinegar in a jar Make a hook out of a paper clip Remove barrel and lower into mixture with paper clip hook Soak for 20 minutes Remove barrel and wipe off excess with paper towel 1 pass with a bore brush 1 pass with a tight patch Flush out under sink with water Dry off, patch out, and oil Carbon steel barrels ... Gunsmithing Fri, 04 Sep 2009 20:40:55 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/stock-glock-barrel-stainless-steel-or-carbon-steel-t2094.htm#18213 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/stock-glock-barrel-stainless-steel-or-carbon-steel-t2094.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/dyeing-polymer-frames-t1865.htm Hammer Does anyone know if a polymer frame, such as a Glock, XD, Ruger MkIII can be dyed a different color? I was thinking about dyeing my MkIII grips a different color than black, just to make it stand out. Is this possible? Gunsmithing Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:36:44 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/dyeing-polymer-frames-t1865.htm#16636 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/dyeing-polymer-frames-t1865.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/glock-recoil-spring-t1444.htm Beladran Ok I was told that if I cut some of the spring off of the recoil spring my pistol would not have as much recoil and would be easier to control. Now in my mind a heavier recoil spring would help absorb some of the punch not a lighter spring? Gunsmithing Sat, 11 Jul 2009 13:37:07 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/glock-recoil-spring-t1444.htm#13043 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/glock-recoil-spring-t1444.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/replacing-a-glock-barrel-t415.htm msredneck I'm thinking about an additional barrel for a Glock 19. Questions.... (1) If I get a standard glock factory barrel....Does it require any fitting or "smithing" (2) If I get a Bar-Sto or other brand that "fully supports the case"...same question actually...Is it a drop in barrel or does it require fitting? Both KKM and Glock factory say they are "drop in"... Bar-Sto says "semi-drop in" and a match target.... Interesting that ... Gunsmithing Sun, 10 May 2009 12:57:41 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/replacing-a-glock-barrel-t415.htm#3607 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/replacing-a-glock-barrel-t415.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/bending-an-ak-receiver-flat-without-a-press-t1783.htm muddawg95yj I thought I would post up a short tutorial on how I was able to bend up an AK receiver from a flat without a press using a home built jig. the flat as it comes, cost is about $13: My home brew jig: How it works: The bent receiver: Test fitting before bending the top rails: Assembled and test fired: Gunsmithing Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:32:28 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/bending-an-ak-receiver-flat-without-a-press-t1783.htm#15891 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/bending-an-ak-receiver-flat-without-a-press-t1783.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-thumbpiece-nut-t1584.htm Magnum man I've got a model 66 S&W I bought used. The revolver is in great shape with the exception of the thumbpiece nut. The slot is a little boogered up and I would like to replace it. Is this a simple process of unscrewing the old one and replacing it with a new one? Gunsmithing Fri, 24 Jul 2009 02:42:59 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-thumbpiece-nut-t1584.htm#14302 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-thumbpiece-nut-t1584.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/870-hybrid-updated-with-pics-t1201.htm 3spop I have an 870 wingmaster in 20g. I got it at a steal although it has some rusting that is slightly deeper than surface rust. This gun has a full choke barrel without a vent rib. I am thinking about turning it into a somewhat economical tactical project. I was thinking somewhere along the lines of cutting down the barrel to around 18.5", and installing some kind of stock like this one: http://www.sportsmansguide.com/net/cb/6-position-stock-with-forend-set.aspx?a=462787 I figured some ... Gunsmithing Thu, 25 Jun 2009 02:05:32 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/870-hybrid-updated-with-pics-t1201.htm#10848 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/870-hybrid-updated-with-pics-t1201.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/can-your-trigger-pull-change-t738.htm SJ Is there any way that a trigger pull can change on a gun? I have my Remington 700 BDL (set by a gunsmith and re-epoxyed) at 3.5 pounds but today at the range it sure seemed quite a bit stiffer than normal. I don't have a trigger pull device to check it. Gunsmithing Sat, 30 May 2009 04:01:11 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/can-your-trigger-pull-change-t738.htm#6715 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/can-your-trigger-pull-change-t738.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/wolf-spring-kit-in-sw-t1340.htm sidroski Anyone put one in a revolver? Run into any trouble? Do any good? Gunsmithing Sat, 04 Jul 2009 04:58:08 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/wolf-spring-kit-in-sw-t1340.htm#12061 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/wolf-spring-kit-in-sw-t1340.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/anybody-want-a-gun-building-tutorial-t334.htm eddybo I am thinking about doing a step by step photo tutorial on building a remington 700 into a long range hunting rifle. Just basic steps like truing an action using the PTG kit, indicating in the barrel, turning the tennon, and chambering and headspacing. I am going to stick a 6mm kreiger in the lathe tomorrow night, I may try to use it for the tutorial. This one is going in a HS stock so there will not be any bedding work done, but I will try to do the same for the next gun I have to inlet and ... Gunsmithing Tue, 05 May 2009 04:38:21 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/anybody-want-a-gun-building-tutorial-t334.htm#2718 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/anybody-want-a-gun-building-tutorial-t334.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/338-edge-anyone-t1254.htm BlackHawk501 By any chance has anyone on here thought of bulding, or built a .338 Edge. If you have built, or know someone that has please give me some feed back. I'm thinking of building a .338 Edge or a 7RSAUM. for long range hunting and target. Everything I've read is awesome, but some personal experience would really be great. Gunsmithing Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:21:56 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/338-edge-anyone-t1254.htm#11319 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/338-edge-anyone-t1254.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/need-gunsmith-to-permanently-pin-flash-hider-t981.htm dboyles
If I have to ship then I have someone in mind, but if there is a competent gunsmith nearby I could avoid the shipping hassle.]]> Gunsmithing Thu, 11 Jun 2009 16:11:33 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/need-gunsmith-to-permanently-pin-flash-hider-t981.htm#8789 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/need-gunsmith-to-permanently-pin-flash-hider-t981.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/removing-installing-glock-sights-t1107.htm DaveG I am going to buy a set of night sights for my Glock 26. I do not have the tools or knowledge to install them myself so I'm going to pay the local gun store $10 to do it, but was wondering... how can accuracy be assured when installing sights without test firing? Gunsmithing Thu, 18 Jun 2009 23:46:56 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/removing-installing-glock-sights-t1107.htm#10025 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/removing-installing-glock-sights-t1107.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/barrel-plugged-by-dirt-daubers-t556.htm Hammer Hey yall. My father has a Marlin levergun, model 1894, chambered in .44 mag, microgroove barrel. He left it in his storage building and the barrel got plugged up by dirt daubers about 4 inches deep from the muzzle end. I punched the dirt and crap out with a plastic rod, and began cleaning the barrel. I ran a brass bristle brush up and down the barrel numerous times. I coated the bad area with Gunzilla and let it soak for 24 hours to help loosen up more of the crud. I have gotten as much ... Gunsmithing Tue, 19 May 2009 14:37:59 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/barrel-plugged-by-dirt-daubers-t556.htm#5110 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/barrel-plugged-by-dirt-daubers-t556.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/any-ideas-t758.htm 3spop Talk to Bob Cogan at accurate arms and plating. He was a chemist by trade, but turned into a well respected gunsmith. He does most of the work for the big gun companies. Gunsmithing Sat, 30 May 2009 21:56:07 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/any-ideas-t758.htm#6806 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/any-ideas-t758.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-14-2-won-t-advance-cylinder-t447.htm sidroski Holding one for a guy I loaned money to. Got laid off after 15 years so I guess it was pride that he made me take this pistol. He is in no way a firearms person and I told him I would clean it up. Enough back ground. The pistol will not advance the cylinder. The hand that advances it is there but there needs to be another part or parts that push the hand forward to meet the cylinder. Question - what models of smith could I use to look at to compare (i have a 64 and 66 along with family ... Gunsmithing Tue, 12 May 2009 03:06:11 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-14-2-won-t-advance-cylinder-t447.htm#3884 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/sw-14-2-won-t-advance-cylinder-t447.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/need-tips-for-cleaning-rings-in-a-revolver-cylinder-t258.htm msredneck
Shoot a lot of lead 38 wadcutters in a S&W 686 357 mag.

I always try to load em "easy" so as to not lead up the barrel.

Biggest problem I have is trying to clean up the cylinder....Those little rings....

Nothing I do seems to work....any suggestions on how to remove these?...

Tips, products to use etc.

Many Thanks]]> Gunsmithing Fri, 01 May 2009 23:21:32 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/need-tips-for-cleaning-rings-in-a-revolver-cylinder-t258.htm#1890 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/need-tips-for-cleaning-rings-in-a-revolver-cylinder-t258.htm http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/repair-parts-for-astra-products-t97.htm Ironworker Does anyone know where I can find replacement parts for my Astra A-75? Gunsmithing Tue, 21 Apr 2009 22:23:43 GMT http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/repair-parts-for-astra-products-t97.htm#552 http://msgo.forumotion.net/gunsmithing-f10/repair-parts-for-astra-products-t97.htm