Had a Rock Island 1911 come in for some trigger work. Stoned and polished the internals, and found that the… Read more 1911 Pro Tip
Month: January 2018
Buildup
You wouldn’t guess it, but this Colt Trooper Mk V has seen some pretty heavy use!
X-ray Superpowers
New eyes for this Sig P220. The original night sights were old enough to have lost much of their brightness,… Read more X-ray Superpowers
Shotgun Furniture
Refinished furniture for an old department store .410 break-action. The original buttstock had been shattered, and the replacement was too… Read more Shotgun Furniture
Almost Pursuaded
I’ve never been particularly for or against Glocks, but every time I handle one of these 43s, I’m a little… Read more Almost Pursuaded
Beading Up
Installed a bead on this old Remington 11-48 sixteen gauge. The barrel had recently been cut down & re-threaded for… Read more Beading Up
Fistful of 357
Colt Trooper Mk V in for ejector work. Love these classics!
Careful Careful Careful
This Smith took some time. Removing the coating while keeping corners sharp and not obliterating the lettering was a tough… Read more Careful Careful Careful
Fresh Look
Cosmetic damage and normal wear & tear can be badges of honor, but sometimes a fresh start is helpful too.
Black & White
I usually struggle when colors seem just decorative, but this Wilson Combat EDC X9 would make anything look good!
Keep & Bear Gunsmithing 