In this video we go over action work on Marlin lever guns, my experience shooting combat matches in the 1980’s, going to deep checking 1911 frames, Loctite and alternatives, left/right hand cylinder threads on Smith & Wesson revolvers and much more.
Category Archives: Guns
Craig Wetstein Combat Commander
From 1911_purview A 1980 Combat Commander in 45 ACP by Craig Wetstein, Straight of gunsmithing school Weststein was buidling what is arguably the most famous custom 1911 ever manufactured- the famed Pachmayr Combat Special. After that he left and started his own business called “The Auto Shop” in Culver City, Ca.
Novak’s Custom Browning Hi Power — 1989 FN P35 — Craig Spegel Grips — 9mm
Really nicely customized FN Browning Hi Power from Wayne Novak’s Parkersburg West Virginia shop. Novak’s has, for decades, provided quality sights, parts, and custom pistolsmithing. Employing several gunsmiths thru the years Wayne continues to be a cornerstone in the industry. Naturally, this one is paired with a lovely set of Craig Spegel wood grips.
Perfection Cancelled- Glock Discontinues Multiple Models
Below is the list of discontinued models. Why? Well, you can thank the strong, rich, vibrant diversity in our country for your favorite plastic models going Tango Uniform. Once they discovered the ” glock switch” it was only a matter of time. “In order to focus on the products that will drive future innovation andContinue reading “Perfection Cancelled- Glock Discontinues Multiple Models”
Dane Burns Custom Colt
Pistol_Purview This stainless 80 series Colt chambered in 45 ACP was built by Dane Burns. All of Dane’s full house builds featured his “Scottish thistle” makers mark. This is an excerpt from Dane: “I am pretty specific about what I will put the thistle on. If the gun is finished to my satisfaction, I willContinue reading “Dane Burns Custom Colt”
Colt CM9
Craig Wetstein — Auto Shop — Culver City California — Custom Colt Commander 45 ACP
A superb Classic Custom Colt Commander built by Craig Wetstein. Craig got his start at Pachmayr, later opening Auto Shop in Culver City CA. This LW 1911 is as close as one can get to a Combat Special without it being stamped Pachmayr!
Winchester Model 12, The Legendary & Iconic Pump Shotgun With Nelson Ford The Gunsmith Inc.
Today’s video is about the Winchester Model 1912, later known as the Model 12.
LEFT THE RANGE – The FN SCAR
Yep. you read it right. I’m sure you’ve heard the news before coming here. The FN SCAR is now going the way of the Dodo bird and Disco. From FN- No more rumors. FN America has completed our final production run of the commercial legacy SCAR series in the U.S. This includes the 16S, 17SContinue reading “LEFT THE RANGE – The FN SCAR”
The Remington Model 37
In October 1932, Remington officials decided to produce a target grade, bolt action .22 caliber target rifle to compete with the Winchester model 52.
Scattered Shots 