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				<title>Aaron Dailey replied to the topic Mag fit after bedding X-Bolt in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 16:57:59 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi Jason &#8211; might get your lipstick out if you haven&#8217;t already.<br />
You might have done this already, but did you file back/remove the epoxy completely to the wood/stock material just behind where you bedded the front action screw where the magazine recess is (the main portion you bed holding the receiver barrel interface)? I know I encountered this on&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22392"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/mag-fit-after-bedding-x-bolt/#post-272634" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Jason Volpe started the topic Mag fit after bedding X-Bolt in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 24 Aug 2026 14:47:40 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello. I recently bedded an X-Bolt with a detachable magazine. Everything looked good, but the detachable mag no longer fits correctly in the gun. It has two attachment points. A metal clip in the back and the latch in the front. If the front latch is made, the back of the magazine stick out the bottom of the gun and wont latch in the back, and if&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22391"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/mag-fit-after-bedding-x-bolt/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Gus Morales replied to the topic Work for other shops in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 23 Aug 2026 23:41:17 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sounds good to me. Just give me a few days heads-up. I work every 3rd day at fire dept also. </p>
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				<title>Jerry Michrina replied to the topic Rust on a shotgun in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:42:03 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Unless you plan to keep removing new rust, the gun won’t have any protection beyond the oil you apply. You need to stop the rust and prevent it from returning. Don’t scrub down to bare metal—just lightly remove the dead, flaking rust. Then boil the gun part for 20 minutes, or, as I prefer, place it in a CPVC tube attached to a wallpaper steam&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22382"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/rust-on-a-shotgun/#post-272515" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Jerry Michrina replied to the topic Stuck bullet (and other trash) in a Ruger American .17 hmr in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 16:27:07 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>There is a way that will work without causing more damage to the barrel than what’s already been done. Keep in mind you can’t undo the existing damage, and you might put in a lot of work—so charge accordingly—and if the gun doesn’t shoot well afterward, he may be upset. Manage his expectations. Here’s the idea: remove the front sight, thread the&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22381"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/stuck-bullet-and-other-trash-in-a-ruger-american-17-hmr/#post-272514" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Zac Borthwick replied to the topic Stuck bullet (and other trash) in a Ruger American .17 hmr in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:10:51 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>well I have never had one this bad, but what I did when a bore snake got stuck in a 17 hmr, was get a steel rod about the same size as the inside of the  barrel then put it in the lathe and drill a small hole. I forget what size but I think it was about a number 50 bit. Then I solder the shaft of the bit into the hole using brownells solder paste.&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22380"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/stuck-bullet-and-other-trash-in-a-ruger-american-17-hmr/#post-272505" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Adrian Sanchez&#039;s profile was updated</title>
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				<pubDate>Fri, 21 Aug 2026 02:34:30 -0800</pubDate>

				
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				<title>Randy Ridley started the topic Stuck bullet (and other trash) in a Ruger American .17 hmr in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 22:56:05 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Rifle came in this week and the person has a stuck bullet. According to the shooter, they tried to unstick it by ramming a dowel down the barrel. When that broke off, they drilled out the dowel with a 1/8 x 12&#8243; twist drill and then tried to press out the dowel and the bullet with a 1/8&#8243; brass rod. When that didn&#8217;t work, they brought it in to me.&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22377"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/stuck-bullet-and-other-trash-in-a-ruger-american-17-hmr/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Mitchell Baldwin replied to the topic Action assembly and barrel on Remington 7600 in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:07:23 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I&#8217;ve lost a few punches trying to remove the action tube from these.<br />
Check out Strap Wrenches. Not a perfect always works tool, but they can help sometimes. You can find them at Home Depot, Walmart, and Amazon.<br />
Think of it as a safer pipe wrench. You can squeeze them between the barrel and tube.<br />
<a href="https://www.homedepot.com/s/strap%20wrench?NCNI-5" rel="nofollow ugc">https://www.homedepot.com/s/strap%20wrench?NCNI-5</a></p>
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				<title>John Planz replied to the topic What is the Best Very High-Temp Threadlocker in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 20:06:39 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Yep, Rocksett gets my vote too<br />
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				<title>Steven Bade replied to the topic Howa 1500 barrel won’t come off in the forum General Discussions</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 15:07:53 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Got it off, turns out that howa does not use thread locker.  They use a “high torque interference fit”. I ended up turning away the barrel at the shoulder (actually about 0.005 off the action face just to be sure I did not hit the action) about 0.200 deep and then the action just spun off.</p>
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				<title>Mitchell Baldwin replied to the topic Action assembly and barrel on Remington 7600 in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 14:47:26 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Tried responding to this yesterday, not sure why it didn&#8217;t post, but anyways:<br />
Look into getting a Strap Wrench (Home Depot/Amazon). I use one a good bit, and several times on the 7600&#8217;s to get the action tube off. For some reason any one I get in the tube won&#8217;t budge with standard methods but I&#8217;ve had good luck with the strap wrench.<br />
If you get a&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22373"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/action-assembly-and-barrel-on-remington-7600/#post-272464" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Dan Tedesco replied to the topic Recoil Pad Fitting Jig in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:44:50 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Appreciate you taking the time to answer. I will have it mounted and will give that a shot. I got a couple practice pads to butcher before attempting the real deal. </p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic Action assembly and barrel on Remington 7600 in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 03:01:14 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thomas,Not exactly sure what you are trying to accomplish but there is a D&amp;R for the Remington 76 series rifle available on this website. Disassembly/reassembly courses index.Might give that a try.</p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic How to Install a Scope on a Mauser 98k in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:53:54 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Anthony,that is the mount that i like to use.the windage screws at the rear of the mount are helpful during bore sighting and live fire sight in as well. you can get the windage dialed in and locked down without using up scope windage adjustment. Hubert makes some good points on drilling/ tapping that are good habits to develop.</p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic Recoil Pad Fitting Jig in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:37:49 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>PS Dan, I think where you mount to the table really depends on you and what you&#8217;re comfortable with. right handed/left handed. Make it comfortable and convenient for yourself. You&#8217;ll get better results more consistently if you&#8217;re not struggling with it. Hope this helps&#8230;</p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic Recoil Pad Fitting Jig in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:33:21 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Dan,I set mine up 7/8&#8243; from the side of the fixture without a pad mounted on it.it has worked well for me.</p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic First Time Shot Show Tips in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:30:28 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Greg,Glad to be of help,Hope to see you at SHOT!</p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic Work for other shops in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:27:32 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Gus,might be coming to Fla.this winter to visit friends, if so i&#8217;ll let you know and maybe we can get together for a visit as well. would love to see your shop.</p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic Work for other shops in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Thu, 20 Aug 2026 02:24:34 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi Gus, I am in Northern Lower Michigan right in the tip of the Mitt,near a town called Petoskey on Little Traverse Bay/Lake Michigan</p>
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				<title>Thomas Waggoner replied to the topic Action assembly and barrel on Remington 7600 in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 22:34:33 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>the 7600 has tube that has holes drilled through it.  There are no pins to knock out you need to have a tool that you slide a bar through the holes and handle to attach to turn the action and<br />
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				<title>Steven Bade started the topic Howa 1500 barrel won’t come off in the forum General Discussions</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 20:46:55 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>The subject says it all.  I’m rebarreling a howa 1500 (actually a weatherby vanguard, but they are the same), and also changing from 300 wby magnum to 300prc.  I don’t know what they are using, but I machined up some clamping blocks that are a nice tight fit, and clamped the barrel using my 20ton hydraulic press (I actually broke the press so I’l&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22363"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/howa-1500-barrel-wont-come-off/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Nathan Kleber replied to the topic Action assembly and barrel on Remington 7600 in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 19:17:16 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>without seeing exactly what you are having trouble with, its hard to make any suggestions.  i have take apart similar remington actions before, and once you get the foregrip off, there is a nut that holds in the action spring and action rods.  then there is a pin to remove the bolt lever.  it can be a pain in the butt to get out, but with the&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22362"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/action-assembly-and-barrel-on-remington-7600/#post-272427" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Jeff Quick replied to the topic Had the grand opening. in the forum General Discussions</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 17:09:19 -0800</pubDate>

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				<title>Thomas Waggoner started the topic Action assembly and barrel on Remington 7600 in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:56:10 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I have a customer&#8217;s Remington 7600 in 30.06.  I have tried to remove the action by using a punch. then are flexing and bending.  I cannot find the tool that fits the tube.  I have tried heating it and using the punch still has not moved.</p>
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				<title>Harry Yingst replied to the topic What is the Best Very High-Temp Threadlocker in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 16:40:03 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I Rocksett them, and they are now curing on top of<br />
my dehumidifier, so we will see how well they hold.</p>
<p>Thank you</p>
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				<title>Marv Jenkins replied to the topic beretta A391 extrema 2 extractor. in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 05:45:37 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Have you checked Midwest gun works? Right now they are sold out, but they usually get them back in stock quickly.</p>
<p>Marv</p>
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				<title>Byron Hudson replied to the topic Lassen College Connection ?? in the forum Firearms Appraisal</title>
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				<pubDate>Wed, 19 Aug 2026 02:19:09 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I had that thought too Hubert….. then I thought….maybe it was his gun when he engraved it,…<br />
Monty</p>
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				<title>Hitch Young changed their profile picture</title>
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				<title>Tom Ioimo started the topic beretta A391 extrema 2 extractor. in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 22:27:58 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi All,<br />
I am trying to find parts for my friends beretta A391 extrema 2 , 12 ga.<br />
He is an older man and he lost some part to it.<br />
I have checked all the big major parts houses and suppliers including the smaller one listed here in GCA, and there are none available.  I have found all except for the extractor, no one seems to have it; I even called&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22353"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/beretta-a391-extrema-2-extractor/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Michael Burton replied to the topic Smith and Wesson misfires in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 19:15:45 -0800</pubDate>

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				<title>David W Thompson replied to the topic Smith and Wesson misfires in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 18:57:55 -0800</pubDate>

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				<title>Michael Burton replied to the topic Smith and Wesson misfires in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 17:11:24 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I did flatten the firing pin a bit to get a more square hit on the case and extended the firing pin length by .010 shot 120 rounds without a misfire.</p>
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				<title>DANIEL PONCE started the topic Shop Referrals in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 05:23:03 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello,</p>
<p>I came across two customers looking for a gunsmith with a particular set of skills.</p>
<p>One needs a firing pin made for a Gunsmark Gorosabel. I don&#8217;t have a lathe setup and have never made a firing pin before, so I would be happy to refer him to someone capable.</p>
<p>Second customer has a S&amp;W 36 Chief Special. The factory press-to-frame pin for&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22345"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/shop-referrals/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Tyler Messinger replied to the topic Sig sauer p365 in the forum AGI Students</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:52:08 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I second the Sig Guy. His youtube videos on complete disassembly and reassembly of the 365/320s, especially that pesky FCU were very helpful to me. Im sure Ken did a great job too. </p>
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				<title>Hubert Robertson replied to the topic How to Install a Scope on a Mauser 98k in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Tue, 18 Aug 2026 02:23:34 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>You can use the screws that come with the mount to judge approximate depth. After laying out my holes I use a small endmill to make a tiny flat (so drill doesn’t walk on the radius). I then use a center drill to positively start my first hole. I then drill and tap the hole. I then install the mount and do the other holes through the mount holes. (&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22343"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/how-to-install-a-scope-on-a-mauser-98k/#post-272346" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Dan Tedesco replied to the topic Recoil Pad Fitting Jig in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 19:47:52 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks, I have watched the brownells video and others, they never seem to show the mounting of the actual hook fixture. This 7/8 is that from the heel or toe, or the side of the fixture? with or without the Pad to grind attached? Thanks all for any information. I am probably overthinking it :). but I would think that would make the angles change&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22340"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/recoil-pad-fitting-jig/#post-272328" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>William Taber started the topic Colt 1903 pistol reassembly in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:46:57 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I do have kens d/r course and have followed it correctly&#8230;but I can&#8217;t get the grip safety to work after reassembly.  The hook on the safety is about 1/2 the tooth on the sear, so not even close???  The sear and disconnector are correct, the sear spring is in the correct cutouts as is the mainspring.  With the seer locked back it looks like&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22337"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/colt-1903-pistol-reassembly/" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Greg Zydiak replied to the topic First Time Shot Show Tips in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:05:23 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hello Mark,<br />
I&#8217;ve heard the comment about good shoes repeatedly. I plan on wearing my walking/work-out shoes, they fit well and I should be OK.<br />
Look forward to meeting you and fingers crossed for Gene Shuey.<br />
Take it easy.<br />
Greg</p>
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				<title>Greg Zydiak replied to the topic First Time Shot Show Tips in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:02:51 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hope to see you as well Michael. Several of your posts over the years helped me quite a bit.</p>
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				<title>Greg Zydiak replied to the topic First Time Shot Show Tips in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 16:01:34 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks Seth,<br />
I actually read your article and survival guide. I have actually pulled it and just reread it. I thought it was very well written and organized.<br />
Take care.<br />
Greg</p>
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				<title>Anthony Adamson replied to the topic How to Install a Scope on a Mauser 98k in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 13:47:55 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Thanks Michael!  Just what I needed!</p>
<p>I wanted to ensure I use the scope mount you suggested.<br />
Is this the Leupold 1-piece Standard Scope Base (see attached photo) the one you are referrring to best fits the Mauser 98?</p>
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				<title>Gus Morales replied to the topic Work for other shops in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:45:22 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Michael,<br />
  Thanks for the reply. Looks like I&#8217;m right inline with what you are charging. Just wanted to make sure I wasn&#8217;t undercharging my labor. Where are you located again? I&#8217;m in Florida just north of Tampa. </p>
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				<title>Mark Foster replied to the topic First Time Shot Show Tips in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 03:12:43 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Greg,<br />
Wear good shoes&#8230; you can and will walk several miles per day. Get some Band-aid gel bandages to cover the blisters that are likely. AGI is on the first floor, which is down the long pavillion hallway and then down the escalators and into the show. The second floor, which seems like the first floor if you come in from the casino level, is&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22330"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/first-time-shot-show-tips/#post-272289" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic How to Install a Scope on a Mauser 98k in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:22:34 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Anthony,<br />
1.I like the Leupold 1 piece standard base on the Mauser.they work well and help keep things straight.<br />
2.6/48 screws are pretty standard for most of the standard hunting calibers.If the rifle is chambered for a heavier or a belted magnum caliber you might consider larger screws,8/40 or even 10/32 if you are up into the dangerous game or&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22329"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/how-to-install-a-scope-on-a-mauser-98k/#post-272253" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic First Time Shot Show Tips in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 02:00:48 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hey GuysI am planning to attend as well.Hope to see you there!</p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic Work for other shops in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 01:48:44 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi Gus,I do work for 3 different shops in my area and I give 20% of the retail price as well.<br />
I try to leave a little room for the other guy. These shops will often send the customer directly to me and in those cases I charge my normal rate.As for your arrangement concerning the shop that helped you getting started,I think you are handling that&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22327"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/work-for-other-shops/#post-272244" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Michael White replied to the topic Recoil Pad Fitting Jig in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 00:29:14 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>hey Dan,The Brownells recoil pad hanging fixture specifies 7/8&#8243; for the hanging jig from the sanding surface with the fixture hanging straight down. I believe there is a video available on Brownell&#8217;s website. Hope this helps.</p>
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				<title>Anthony Adamson replied to the topic How to Install a Scope on a Mauser 98k in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 23:12:04 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My previous post #272235 got posted before I was ready??? Sorry</p>
<p>I’m looking for guidance on installing a scope on an Mauser 98k rifle.<br />
My questions include:<br />
1. What is the best scope mounting base to use that can properly fit a Mauser 98 (one piece or a two piece base, brand and model known to work)?<br />
2. Drilling Scope Base Holes-<br />
What is the b&hellip;<span class="activity-read-more" id="activity-read-more-22324"><a href="https://gunsmithingclubofamerica.com/forums/topic/how-to-install-a-scope-on-a-mauser-98k/#post-272237" rel="nofollow ugc">Read more</a></span></p>
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				<title>Anthony Adamson started the topic How to Install a Scope on a Mauser 98k in the forum Ask the Pros</title>
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				<pubDate>Sun, 16 Aug 2026 22:50:46 -0800</pubDate>

									<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I&#8217;m looking for guidance on installing a scope on an Mauser 98k rifle.<br />
My questions include:<br />
1. What is the best scope mounting base to use that can properly fit a Mauser 98 (one piece or a two piece base, then which brand and model)?<br />
2. Drilling Scope Base Holes-<br />
What is the best size and thread screws to use</p>
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