Gunsmithing How to blacken stainless steel? - Sniper's Hide
WEBFeb 14, 2017 · Interested in this thread as I have a Commander-size Ruger SR1911 that is stainless, and I want it black because stainless is so showy for a “milk run gun”. Thinking cerakote followed by tumbling with some nuts and bolts to …
To oil or not to oil barrel after thorough cleaning.
WEBNov 6, 2011 · Let it drip out, muzzle down, then patch dry(2 patches). That gets all solvent out. Any cleaning solvent that uses ammonia will cause rust. Ammonia is a hydroscopic agent, it attracts water. I just use boretech and kg1 now. Stainless steel will rust, trust me. There is a reason it is called stainLESS not stainFREE.Lol
Are flush cups better than sling studs | Sniper's Hide Forum
WEB49,802. 48. Michigan. Jan 1, 2010. #15. Re: Are fluch cups better than sling studs. If you use a rifle hard most studs will pull out; it's only a matter of time. If you get flush cups you need to get them properly installed, use good hardware, and get into the habit of double-checking them when you snap-in.
Cerakote and stainless? | Sniper's Hide Forum
WEBOct 21, 2005 · 15. Oklahoma. Jul 16, 2012. #1. We have some cerakote at work that we used for a couple of rifles last year and didn't use up. I just had a rifle rebarrelled by Southern Precision Rifles with a stainless steel barrel. I was wondering if there is an advantage to cerakoting the stainless barrel or should I save it …
Gunsmithing Carbon buildup on muzzle accuracy. - Sniper's Hide
WEBJan 4, 2010 · Have done a quick test: CLR works well to remove carbon from a stainless steel brake and a staiarrel. But CLR is NOT safe to use on blued Chrome-Moly steel barrels or brakes that have been melonited. It discolures the steel. So beware: Do not use CLR on any of the blackened steel components. CLR is …
High End Stainless Rifle Rusting Question (Not Abused)
WEBJun 22, 2018. #1. So I purchased a high end hunting rifle this past fall and am pretty disappointed with the gun's corrosion resistance. The gun is stainless steel. After my second day trip of having it out in the field hunting, I noticed it starting to rust. I know that stainless steel isn't rust proof and I still treat it as if it were a ...
Army M24 Build Thread | Page 10 | Sniper's Hide Forum
WEBDec 2, 2011 · The HS Precision detachable magazine floor metal is the only aftermarket I have found to fit a BDL profile(PST-011/013) stock without modification, it is made of stainless steel, unfortunately their .308 is availbale …
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WEBSep 11, 2024 · Length 16" Material Hardened 416R Stainless Steel Profile SPR Finish Bead Blasted Twist Rate 1/8" Gas System Length Mid-Length Gas Block Journal .750" Muzzle 1/2x28 Threaded Weight 35oz HP and MPI Tested $100 shipped
New OM Nemesis .50 BMG "Charlie" - Sniper's Hide
WEBNov 30, 2004 · The first thing you will notice is that the Nemesis has been on diet i.e. the naked full opting version (VI) weights slightly over 26 pounds (11.8 kg); equipped with loader, 5 rounds and a Schmidt & Bender 5-25x56 PM2 scope, combat weight is just over 32 pounds (14,8 kg); the gun has become completely stainless; all steel parts have been ...
Do the pros use stainless steel pin/wet tumble or Dry Tumble?
WEBFeb 7, 2023 · So a large cement mixer with 60lbs of pins and detergent and lemishine does do the trick but it takes pretty hot water to get it done right. Military BMG brass is nasty as shit! Otherwise I prefer a sonic cleaner for smaller calibers but it only holds so much. Dry tumble all the way for smaller runs. Fast and easy.