The Gunsmith Handbook, Ebooks (various), Literatura
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Contents
Foreword. Chapter 1
Chapter 2
Chapter 3
Chapter 4
Chapter 5
Chapter 6
Chapter 7
Chapter 8
Chapter 9
Chapter 10 Chapter 11 Chapter 12 Chapter 13 Chapter 14 Chapter 15 Chapter 16
Appendices Introduction
Tools of the Trade
Single-Shot Rimfire Rifles Slide-Action Rimfire Rifles Lever-Action Rimfire Rifles
Semiautomatic Rimfire Rifles Centerfire Single-Shot Rifles Centerfire Bolt-Action Rifles
Centerfire Lever-Action Rifles Centerfire Slide-Action Rifles Centerfire Semiautomatic
Rifles Break-Open Shotguns
Slide-Action Shotguns
Semiautomatic Shotguns
Troubleshooting Revolver Semiautomatic Pistols
Foreword
Sooner or later, almost every shooter becomes intrigued by the mechanics of firearms and
the methods of repairing, improving, customizing, or altering them. A few of these gun buffs
eventually become professional gunsmiths, while most simply improve their personal
firearms— and their shooting. Whether your goal is to be an enthusiast or professional, this
book will be a valuable addition to your workshop library.
To repair firearms efficiently and keep them in good condition, a gunsmith must have a
thorough knowledge of “troubleshooting” — the techniques of determining the cause of any
problem and correcting it without wasting time or using unnecessary new parts.
Troubleshooting covers an enormous range of problems, from replacing a mainspring in a
revolver to diagnosing why a repeating shotgun jams or a rifle fails to shoot accurately.
It’s a systematic and methodical approach that’s easy to master — especially with a book
like this as a guide. The
American Gunsmith
staff covers the common problems encountered
with every type of sporting firearm, and they provide unique troubleshooting charts to speed
up the diagnosis and remedy.
Although this book is intended primarily for home gunsmiths, it will be an extremely helpful
desk reference for professionals as well. Apprentice gunsmiths will also find the material
valuable when used with other textbooks. In fact, it will be a useful manual for anyone who
is interested in guns and shooting.
The Publisher
Chapter 1 - Introduction
Most firearms manufactured in the United States arc designed and built to last a lifetime, but
all of them are subject to certain common malfunctions that will occur from time-to-time.
Worn and broken parts will need to be replaced, trigger assemblies will need adjusting,
headspace will need correcting, worn finishes will be renewed, and a host of other
adjustments. In every case, before a gun can be repaired, the problem must first be
determined; then a definite plan must be followed to do the actual repair. Finding out exactly
what is wrong with a malfunctioning gun is known as troubleshooting, and troubleshooting
firearms is what this book is all about. Consequently, the term “troubleshooting” as used in
this book covers the investigation, analysis, and corrective action required to eliminate
faults in the operation of firearms. The many troubleshooting charts found in these pages give
steps for correcting most problems in firearms of all types. The charts are also meant to
stimulate a train of thought and indicate a work procedure directed toward the source of
trouble. To use them, find the complaint on the left side of the charts, then read across to the
right for probable causes; continue across to the right for the proper corrective action.
Think before acting. Study the problem thoroughly, then ask yourself these questions:
What were the warning signs preceding the trouble?
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