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Hi-lux sight on a Model 94

Hi I have a Winchester Model 94, 30-30 and I’m trying to “install” it a Hi-Lux Vintage sight. I have the kit that came specifically for the Model 94, but I’m having problems with the screws that should...

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Shotgun Stocks

Anybody know anyone in the North Georgia area who cuts adjustable combs in shotgun stocks?

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Race gun (Revolver)

Anybody got any experience modifying a single action revolver to a race gun. Milling the bolt and cylinder, putting a stop block, lighter springs, and a fanning hammer? I'm kinda of interested in...

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Opening up choke tubes

Hey Y'all does one know or recommend a place in Nort Ga that opens up choke tubes. I have a old 16 gauge SxS I would like to get looked at. Thanks

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Gunsmith for Winchester 101

I am looking for a quality gunsmith to rebuild a Winchester 101. I'm thinking I need new springs, etc. I am in the Athens/monroe area Call. Anybody close by that you could highly recommend?

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Beretta A400 trigger

Just purchased an A400 Xplor, the trigger pull is right at six# before it breaks. That’s a little heavy, my Beretta O/U breaks at about three #. Any way to improve it? Thanks.

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Star BM slide locking

I suggested my friend buy a Star BM as his first and only defensive handgun. He wasn't willing to spend much money, and this one seems like a bargain to $200. And he was only interested in older...

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Gun Restoration

I have 2 of my grandfather's guns that I am thinking about getting restored. One is a single shot 20 GA that has a cracked butt. The other is a single shot 22 that is held together with electrical...

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SCOPING DADDY'S "DEER RIFLE" !!

Daddy had this Mosin Nagant before I was born. The first person to sporterize it did an excellent job and even made a good looking, permanently attached front sight and made it the correct height. It...

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Christensen 7mm-08 Bolt Issue

I took my new Christensen Mesa 7mm-08 REM to the range today to start the barrel break-in. I got everything set up and put two shells in the rifle, started closing the bolt, and for some reason the...

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Rebarrel cost

I was pondering switching barrels on my model 7 from a 243 to a 308. I want to step up a contour size and have a 20 or 22” finished barrel. I’ve never done this before and was wondering what I might...

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Scope Mounting

When I mount a scope on a rifle I use blue Loctite on the base screws. However, when I attached the rings with the scope to the base I don't use any type of thread locker. I tighten the screws down...

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Beretta a400 youth stock and forend - Found One

I picked up a beater a400 with no forend and stock. I want to refinish it for my nephew who started shooting on his school team. Anyone out there have either or both of these parts? Condition is not...

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Buckmark issues

Anybody recommend a good gunsmith to go through a buckmark pistol? Having an issue and it's tedious work. Bob in palmetto said he didn't want to fool with it (fairly typical answer from him). Thx in...

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Screw repair

I had a supposed to be great long time in business gunsmith drill a Mauser 98 action for scope mounts and mount them. Went to put a scope on and its off. One of the mounts got drilled off center. Is it...

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The Real Gunsmith

Mr. Selby has some great gunsmith info for free just watch a few of his videos and decide for yourself.Enjoy!

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S@W 9VE 9mm Jamming

1. Gun is spotless 2. Good Ammo (brass) 3. Tried different clips & ammo 4. Clean Ramp Gun is not ejecting the casing after it is shot. Also, bullet underneath casing(in clip) is not putting...

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Smith & Wesson M&P22 4.1" Semi Auto Pistol Firing pin

Having hard time finding a firing pin for this gun. I've done took it apart and I prefer to replace it myself if I can find the firing pin. Thought I'd ask here before taking it to gunsmith. I'm not...

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93 Mauser question

So I've been wanting to add a 7x57 Mauser rifle to my collection of deer rifles and finally managed to find one at a reasonable price in a pawn shop. The first thing I did was to order a set of "Go"...

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N. GA gunsmith needed - headspacing adj

I need a recommendation for gunsmith to reset the headspacing on my Marlin XL7. It's a simple barrelnut rifle much like a Savage. I live near Cumming, north of Atlanta.

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Stevens 67 series E

As posted I have a Stevens 67E the pump is sluggish in it. Everything is clean however the pump still isn't smooth. Any ideas? The gun does work by the way.

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Lose sight

I have a Ruger SR22 that I've carried countless hours. 50% in holster , 50% of the time just in my rear or front pocket. Last week as I was pulling it from my pocket I noticed the rear sight was off to...

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Marlin 336 gunsmith needed

I have a Marlin 336 that’s 45+ years old. It’s gotten where the lever will pop open to that first stage at the least little bump. I would like to find someone who could get this tightened back up for...

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Winchester 1873

I have come by an 1873 in 32 caliber. I need a gunsmith familiar with these guns to go through it and do any maintenance or repairs required. Any recommendations?

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Barrel cut and crown

I am looking for a gunsmith in the Augusta area to cut and crown a rifle barrel for me. Does anyone know of a reputable gunsmith in this area?

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Model 7 Stock

I have a Model 7 with what I assume is a walnut stock from the factory. I made a huge mistake and used some very strong bore cleaner without a bore guide. The bore cleaner ran down the stock, stripping...

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Ruger 77 Rear sight base?

Where is a good place to find a Ruger 77 270 rear sight base? Also did Ruger ever make a steel floor plate to replace the Aluminum floor plates?

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Worth a shot to ask

I was wondering if anyone here knows if Charles Daly shotguns are parts interchangeable with another firearms brand? My 601 accepts, for example, Beretta/Benelli Mobil chokes. Was wondering if there...

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870 express

20 gauge express magnum: shells hang up in magazine; i have cleaned magazine tube. Wondering if my problem is the plastic magazine follower. No plug in the magazine.

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Extractor spring issue?

New shooter here,I purchased a new S&W M&P a long while ago. Last week I did two days of training, shot about 700 rounds. I had too many jams to count, all had to be cleared by mortar. The...

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