I've been thinking about gun smithing as a hobby you are by far the best how to I've found so far you're videos have helped me with set up and books to buy
If you're interested into working on the AR-15 platform. I highly recommend the channel - School of the American Rifle (aka - SOTAR). Chad's videos can sometimes be long and technical, but there is a valid rhyme and reason to measuring the individual components in an effort to create the most efficient and reliable tool possible. Its been a god send, but is also a rabbit hole.
You know right now I am working on a Remington model 1900 16 gauge, made in about 1908, I have only managed to find one reliable source that describes disassembly with detailed photos to back it up. This is also my first piece that I get to work on for a friend as a Beginner gunsmith, and let me tell you it has been rough, thank God that Gun Parts Corp. had the hammer for it. The only thing is that any knowledge of what to use to get the leaf v spring back in with the hammer was non-existent. It is teaching me a hard lesson that knowledge is not easily attainable, even with the internet. Lovin' your videos.
i live in a shitty federation where guns are very restricted and you are helping me to learn gunsmithing stuffs :) thank you so much!!!! God bless you!!!
Dont know if you guys gives a shit but if you guys are stoned like me atm you can watch all the new movies and series on instaflixxer. I've been watching with my brother for the last few months =)
I started working on BB guns as a kid like the model 25 and the gas powered ones, then I built a muzzleloader with my uncle and by then I was comfortable enough to start fixing regular guns and learning about that
Nice to hear your uncle took the time to build that with you and fueled your interest. Something to many of these kids today don't get a chance to experience. Thanks for watching.
I got into firearms a little over a year ago, and I have a couple that need some...reworking, and I really enjoy firearm maintenance whether it's field stripping or full tear down, it'll be a lot of money to get this set up but I can't wait to do it
I am enjoying your videos and advice. I have been slowly getting prepared for doing Gunsmithing. I already have a lot of tools and all of your suggestions have been very good, especially for thiose of us just starting into this venture. I would appreciate if you could share the titles of the books again that you referenced in your video? I especially am interested in the NRA publications but cannot find them on their website right now. I may have to search half-price books. Any help in this regard would be most appreciated.
Just re-read your article in shotgun news gunsmithing projects. I see you enjoy restoring those old classics sxs. I agree with having a gunsmith library, mines grows constantly. Nice videos for those getting started...keep them coming.
Hi there ,any chance you write a list with all those great books and a wee note for everyone of them?I would love to get some of your books for my Dad for his birthday .Thnks a lot for taking time to record this video.
I don’t believe that gunsmithing should be referred to as a talent as much as it is a skilled trade. We are not circus performers, we are skilled tradesmen. Good effort on the video.
No question the machining aspect and much of the handwork are skills that can be learned. However, Knowing how and producing a finished product that is both mechanically right and pleasing to look at does require some talent, in my opinion. I have seen a lot of rifles that were mechanically sound but lack that certain something that makes them classic. But, that is just my opinion.
You're asking a tough question. I have mentioned most of the general gunsmithing books I am aware of. Next come books that are much more specific and those are based on what you want to learn. If you are purchasing or have access to a lathe and a milling machine there are books specifically on that. Books like "The Gunsmith Machinist Vols. 1&2, Machine Shop Practice", and "Machine Shop Trade Secrets." There are also books on nearly every gun model that sold in any quantity. Based on the popularity of the guns that might walk into your shop you should familiarize yourself with the AR-15 and there are dozens of books out there on every aspect of it from building to accurizing to match conditioning it. There are several on the Glocks and based on their popularity you need to know as much about them as you can learn. The 1911 has been the standard competition pistol for over 100 years and while the double action, high capacity have pushed it out of most of the action games it has a loyal following especially in the self defense field that every gunsmith has to know his way around old slabsides. Now if you are simply interested in working on your own guns you can find information on most everything that has been made from the mid 1840's on, and in some cases on even earlier guns. A good place to start would be to determine what you need to learn, be it a technique or a particular firearm you want to work on and go through the Brownells book section either on line or in their catalog. They have a better list with information about the books than I could ever give you. Nobody can read them all so we have to rely on the reviews. Midway USA also has a pretty complete selection as long as you keep your eye on what you need rather than allowing yourself to get sidetracked by some great Hunting and reloading books. I sincerely hope this has helped and thank you so much for watching.
Thank you! You've pointed me in the right direction and sometimes that works just as well. I already have purchased some of these very recently. I am a newer FFL (07). Unfortunately I'm in NY and have no local gunsmithing schools. I've started AGI's program and looking at SDI as well. There aren't a lot of gunsmiths in my area so I will have to travel at some point to get some extra help. For now I will maintain my full time job (FF/Paramedic) until I build some solid knowledge. Thanks again!
@@dholbert74 I'm happy I was able to help. Gunsmithing is not an easy profession because it requires so much knowledge and the skill to apply it, but then as a Firefighter and Paramedic you already know all about that. Thank you for your dedication to your community.
Find a project and just start doing. If it any good it can become your calling card. Find a School. Many ways to get into the biz. Thanks for watching.
rest in peace mate. picking up the torch of knowledge, your will is alive and well.
I've been thinking about gun smithing as a hobby you are by far the best how to I've found so far you're videos have helped me with set up and books to buy
If you're interested into working on the AR-15 platform. I highly recommend the channel - School of the American Rifle (aka - SOTAR). Chad's videos can sometimes be long and technical, but there is a valid rhyme and reason to measuring the individual components in an effort to create the most efficient and reliable tool possible. Its been a god send, but is also a rabbit hole.
You're a good man, sir. I'm glad that SDI refers us to your videos. Old guys know the good stuff.
Wow! I did not know this. Would love more info, just cool and honored that my little channel has been discovered by them. Thanks for watching.
Daniel Smith, are you a student of SDI?
@@jasonkimes1119 Yes! I've been in the program since December.
I applied today!!! How is it?
@@45AlfaCharliePapa I subscribed today sir!
You know right now I am working on a Remington model 1900 16 gauge, made in about 1908, I have only managed to find one reliable source that describes disassembly with detailed photos to back it up. This is also my first piece that I get to work on for a friend as a Beginner gunsmith, and let me tell you it has been rough, thank God that Gun Parts Corp. had the hammer for it. The only thing is that any knowledge of what to use to get the leaf v spring back in with the hammer was non-existent. It is teaching me a hard lesson that knowledge is not easily attainable, even with the internet. Lovin' your videos.
Knowledge! Best tool advice I've come across so far.
Lounge Lizard
I think that’s why we’re here lol
Tha k you so much for making these videos. As a new wanna be gunsmith it’s encouraging to watch people like yourself tossing advice our way. Thanks!
i live in a shitty federation where guns are very restricted and you are helping me to learn gunsmithing stuffs :) thank you so much!!!! God bless you!!!
Thanks for watching.
@@45AlfaCharliePapa ohh my pleasure!! Thanks for your videos and thanks for reply me my friend!!!
Thank you for the taking the time to making these great videos. Very Helpful and appreciate the knowledge.
Can you post a list of recommended books in the comments or in the video description?
It would have been great if you had listed the books in the description.
I would add to this book list Modern Gunsmithing by Howe. A great resource.
Dont know if you guys gives a shit but if you guys are stoned like me atm you can watch all the new movies and series on instaflixxer. I've been watching with my brother for the last few months =)
@Orlando Augustine Yup, have been watching on instaflixxer for since december myself :)
I started working on BB guns as a kid like the model 25 and the gas powered ones, then I built a muzzleloader with my uncle and by then I was comfortable enough to start fixing regular guns and learning about that
Nice to hear your uncle took the time to build that with you and fueled your interest. Something to many of these kids today don't get a chance to experience. Thanks for watching.
I got into firearms a little over a year ago, and I have a couple that need some...reworking, and I really enjoy firearm maintenance whether it's field stripping or full tear down, it'll be a lot of money to get this set up but I can't wait to do it
Thanks for watching.
Another great video. Thank you.
would love a list of the books in your gun library
I am enjoying your videos and advice. I have been slowly getting prepared for doing Gunsmithing. I already have a lot of tools and all of your suggestions have been very good, especially for thiose of us just starting into this venture. I would appreciate if you could share the titles of the books again that you referenced in your video? I especially am interested in the NRA publications but cannot find them on their website right now. I may have to search half-price books. Any help in this regard would be most appreciated.
Just re-read your article in shotgun news gunsmithing projects. I see you enjoy restoring those old classics sxs. I agree with having a gunsmith library, mines grows constantly.
Nice videos for those getting started...keep them coming.
Thank you for watching and for the kind words. Yes I have always loved sxs shotguns and enjoy bringing them back to life
Hi there ,any chance you write a list with all those great books and a wee note for everyone of them?I would love to get some of your books for my Dad for his birthday .Thnks a lot for taking time to record this video.
I don’t believe that gunsmithing should be referred to as a talent as much as it is a skilled trade. We are not circus performers, we are skilled tradesmen. Good effort on the video.
No question the machining aspect and much of the handwork are skills that can be learned. However, Knowing how and producing a finished product that is both mechanically right and pleasing to look at does require some talent, in my opinion. I have seen a lot of rifles that were mechanically sound but lack that certain something that makes them classic. But, that is just my opinion.
This is just the video I needed. I was looking for good information to know where to get more
Thanks for watching.
Good instructor
Thank you Sir!
Most informative! Semper Fi
Anybody else think he looks a little like Anthony Hopkins?
Any chance you could add a list of the other books you mentioned?
You're asking a tough question. I have mentioned most of the general gunsmithing books I am aware of. Next come books that are much more specific and those are based on what you want to learn. If you are purchasing or have access to a lathe and a milling machine there are books specifically on that. Books like "The Gunsmith Machinist Vols. 1&2, Machine Shop Practice", and "Machine Shop Trade Secrets." There are also books on nearly every gun model that sold in any quantity. Based on the popularity of the guns that might walk into your shop you should familiarize yourself with the AR-15 and there are dozens of books out there on every aspect of it from building to accurizing to match conditioning it. There are several on the Glocks and based on their popularity you need to know as much about them as you can learn. The 1911 has been the standard competition pistol for over 100 years and while the double action, high capacity have pushed it out of most of the action games it has a loyal following especially in the self defense field that every gunsmith has to know his way around old slabsides. Now if you are simply interested in working on your own guns you can find information on most everything that has been made from the mid 1840's on, and in some cases on even earlier guns. A good place to start would be to determine what you need to learn, be it a technique or a particular firearm you want to work on and go through the Brownells book section either on line or in their catalog. They have a better list with information about the books than I could ever give you. Nobody can read them all so we have to rely on the reviews. Midway USA also has a pretty complete selection as long as you keep your eye on what you need rather than allowing yourself to get sidetracked by some great Hunting and reloading books. I sincerely hope this has helped and thank you so much for watching.
Thank you! You've pointed me in the right direction and sometimes that works just as well. I already have purchased some of these very recently. I am a newer FFL (07). Unfortunately I'm in NY and have no local gunsmithing schools. I've started AGI's program and looking at SDI as well. There aren't a lot of gunsmiths in my area so I will have to travel at some point to get some extra help. For now I will maintain my full time job (FF/Paramedic) until I build some solid knowledge. Thanks again!
@@dholbert74 I'm happy I was able to help. Gunsmithing is not an easy profession because it requires so much knowledge and the skill to apply it, but then as a Firefighter and Paramedic you already know all about that. Thank you for your dedication to your community.
There a book you know that gives a step by step guide on how to build a Colt 1851 Navy Revolver?
Can I get the assembly disassembly book for rifles and shotguns in the United Kingdom
I think that’s why we’re here lol
Thats for sure! Watch out for how-to videos, they're not always "how-to be done correctly". I'm a bit O.C.D. doing things the correct way.
I wonder how long those books will be allowed to be printed
If anyone could tell me, how do you get work as a gunsmith?
Find a project and just start doing. If it any good it can become your calling card. Find a School. Many ways to get into the biz. Thanks for watching.
@@45AlfaCharliePapa Thanks for the advice, I appreciate it a ton.
Great video I subbed
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Super good series of videos on basic gunsmithing. You are a true scholar of the trade and I appreciate you sharing your experience and scholarship.
very relevent this year
Hard to sensor long ago printed information from your corporate social media desktop. Thanks for watching.
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