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Well, thanks for all the firearm design history especially the M16 firing pin trivia. Let me point out that every single successful firearm throughout history has gone through a series of trials and improvements both before leaving the design desk and after it has been in use. You just can't...

Hi, well I hear what you are saying about some brand being harder than some other brand. Looks like you have had more opportunity to try different types - I wouldn't know exactly what the differences are. I do believe that military rifles such as the AR/M16 platform do require a military style...

Well, thanks for all the replies. I guess this thread confirms that for the typical home reloader primer types are largely a matter of what's available, and who you listen to. One of the forum members apparently works for a primer manufacturer, so thanks for those instructive lectures on...

Since I had a stock of primers of a particular size, I asked a few people at the range if they wanted to trade one size for another. I got a lot of interest but there was a consistent dislike for CCI primers. I've never had any problems with CCI, so I'm wondering why the reluctance to accept...

Fair Enough. I can only tell you what my experience has been as I encountered a similar problem. I would say your description is fairly accurate, and I would say the gun does not carry up properly in DA. Apparently a common problem, but after a lot of careful examination I was not able to cure...

As yet, the OP hasn't confirmed that he tried any of the suggestions. One thing that has not been pointed out is that "intermittent light strikes" is a very rare thing. You actually have light strikes all the time. Sometimes your ammo goes off. That's the deal. Makes troubleshooting a...

I have to admit I've never seen the actual bushing, which of course is hardened steel, flame cut around the edges. How that could happen and not have the frame blow up too is a mystery. The f.p. bushing is not mentioned in KH because it is not replaceable except with factory tooling. Think...

Thanks, that is very helpful. I haven't had the chance to examine early mint 1911's. Although it is no wonder they decided to go to a matte finish on the top of the slide. I would think reflections along the top would be the reason. Also, it is amazing just how many mistakes can be hidden by...

Couple of questions for knowledgeable gun finishers. It is popular when bluing a 1911 to do the flats polished and the rounds matte (or bead blasted). Were early military (1920 era) finished like this, or were they uniformly polished? My interests are primarily in getting a nice looking...

Polishing chambers is rarely necessary unless there are some major machining marks that actually catch hold of the hull. Attempts to spin abrasive papers or bore hones in the chamber produce poor results because the roundness of the chamber is compromised and 2) the chamber dimensions will be...

I agree that a slightly positive trigger is the best option in almost all cases. The OP asked about overtravel. Introducing the subject of target triggers, reducing engagement and changing engagement angles is irresponsible to say the least. With regard to Rugers, hammer and trigger parts are...

Cases are being tossed forward. You might incorrectly call it ejection and jump to the conclusion that there is a problem with the ejector. In order for cases to go forward instead of sideways, they must be knocked forward by the closing breech. The cases are NOT being held in place by the...

Sorry, but you will have to do a little looking and measuring. 1/4" out of battery? Or the round does not even break over? Remove barrel, hold vertically and drop a round into the chamber. It should plunk in easily without any force applied. Likely the chamber needs to be finished reamed -...

No mention if the model 17 is one of the originals. I'll assume it is a recent "copy". I wouldn't care if the model 17 "copy" were untouched; I would not pay anything for any S&W revolver these days. All the revolver smiths retired. The revolvers are assembled, but not adjusted. They are...

Here are a couple of ideas. Let's ignore prices, because it isn't a matter of just plunking down money. For those who think they can easily find an older S&W, best of luck. Not only will you be competing against collectors, but you won't know what the condition of the gun is until after you...

I'm having a hard time visualizing how one might shoot skeet whilst firiing from the hip. Sheet is generally thrown in pairs at a high angle, putting a load of .410 whzzing upwards near a shooters face if he is holding the gun at hip level. Then there is the problem of swinging the barrel...

Time for a revolver reality check. Fire and hot gasses exit the barrel/cylinder gap and drive firing residue into the top strap and front face of the cylinder. Some of the residue will come off with a cloth and some Hoppes. The rest is actually down inside the metal pores and cannot be...

What is the definition of "durable" anyway? I'm putting that term in the same column as "flawless". WM

I am an NRA instructor so I can tell you that the NRA beginning classes do spend some time on this subject. For new shooters, learning about it just introduces a complex topic, but it does prevent some unnecessary frustration for first time shooters that have cross dominance and can't figure...