Enfield Martini-Henry Cavalry Carbine (IC1). Nearly every part of this is stamped or marked in some way—the English are thorough… Read more Over-zealous!
Category: Projects
Breaching the Breech
“Once more unto the [breech], dear friends.” – King Henry V or somesuch
1911 Pro Tip
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
Buildup
You wouldn’t guess it, but this Colt Trooper Mk V has seen some pretty heavy use!
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
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.
Compact is Right
This Springfield Micro Compact was in for a couple small repairs and to fit a new thumb safety. Great EDC… Read more Compact is Right
Note to Self
Rifle came in with an out-of-spec chamber—pretty deplorable. Reamed and headspaced it to SAAMI dimensions, and now it runs like… Read more Note to Self
Keep & Bear Gunsmithing 