Recent content by GringoEd

Go to Brian Zins website and read his tutorials on grip, trigger control, using red dot sights, etc. keep an eye on his Bullseye Clinics schedule that he does with Andy Moody. When there is one near you, go. Most matches the USMC Pistol Team from Quantico attends will have a clinic with...

Many of us who shoot 200 gr. LSWC in Bullseye competition ( conventional outdoor pistol) use a load of 4.2 to 4.4 of BE Powder. In a match wadcutter 1911 pistol, 2.5 inch groups at 50 yards are very doable from a Ransom Rest. I am talking about pistols with slide mounted UltraDot 1- inch red dot...

I have ordered an Arsenal SAM-7-13 Rifle from K-Var, which should arrive tomorrow. I have very little AK experience, so here are some questions I need help with : 1. What magazines to use & where do I get them. 2. Will any upgrade to the sights be needed (night sights?) ? 3. Should I use a...

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After watching Jim Fuller's ( Rifle Dynamics) Video on gunsmithing the AK-47 Rifle, I did not quite understand the modification he recommends of "Pinning" the gas piston. What exactly is this and how necessary is it ? I own a WASR 10/63 that works great. Is this something I need to get done...

Dear 32 Magnum: Thank You! I really appreciate your help.

Be sure to check the condition of the frame that is under (6 o'clock) the barrel threads. I have several of these neat little revolvers, but one of them developed a cracked frame at the aforementioned position. I have never used any ammo other than Winchester Factory 147 gr. Full Wadcutters...

I need to replace the mainspring assembly in a Mod. 622 which I recently inherited. I have a new assembly from Numrich. What is the technique for removing the retaining pin from the new part and getting it to fit between the Mainspring Guide Seat and the Hammer? The new part comes assembled and...