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A good video on building the M-1 rifle. My only two issues with the video are, first, that he only uses a "No-Go" gauge to check headspace. He should be using both a "Go" and a "No-Go" gauge to ensure headspace is neither too shallow nor excessive. I suppose since he's building from a "parts kit" with a used barrel, excessive headspace is his primary concern.
Secondly, the "eyeball" method of barrel/receiver alignment is OK I guess, but I feel you can get a more precise alignment using either an alignment tool or even two machinist's levels. Not a big issue, but he should have mentioned that there are other methods out there to check alignment. Keep in mind any misalignment will not only have the front sight out of true, but will also cause misalignment of the op-rod in the gas cylinder causing flyers and unusual wear on the piston and cylinder.
Overall an excellent video though. The chance to see an original Springfield Armory barrel installation tool was a treat too. :-)
A very good video! The metal finishing tips are well worth watching. No, it's not the most exciting video out there, but it's full of information. If you're considering hot bluing firearms, this video is a must-watch. Even if you just want to understand the process better, it's still worth it.
Don't even attempt disassembly of one of these Ruger autoloading pistols without watching this video. A very well done production. Lenny McGill clearly puts a lot of effort into explaining the disassembly of the Ruger P-series. I had a customer who wanted their P-85 refinished, and if it hadn't been for the video, I would've been lost. Typical Ruger design and construction...overly complicated and needlessly difficult to work with.
Thanks Smartflix for helping me out! :-)
